Question 1

What is Mental Elf?

Accepted Answer

Mental Elf is a 5K Festive Fun Run designed to boost community spirit and mental wellbeing, whilst also raising money for our new children and young people mental health service.

Question 2

What time should I arrive?

Accepted Answer

Registration opens from 9.30am. There will be lots of entertainment while we get everyone registered, so please come early to join in the fun! Don't miss the choir at 10am and the fancy dress competition at 10.30!

Question 3

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

Pay and display parking is available at the venue (Conyngham Hall).

Question 4

Can I get there via public transport?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We encourage the use of public transport where possible. Conyngham Hall is just a short walk from Knaresborough train station and the local bus stop at High Bridge, Knaresborough. Please note that the event is on a Sunday so services may be more limited than on a week day.

Question 5

What shall I wear?

Accepted Answer

Festival fancy dress is encouraged! Think elf ears, reindeer antlers, Santa hats, tinsel garlands!

Question 6

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Yes - but for insurance reasons, dogs must be kept on a short lead.

Question 7

Are children welcome?

Accepted Answer

Yes! This is a family friendly event. Children can enter but must be accompanied by an adult.

Question 8

Is this a timed event?

Accepted Answer

No, this is a fun run so there will be no running times recorded. However, many keen runners will track their time themselves using Strava or other running apps.

Question 9

Do I have to run?

Accepted Answer

No! You can walk, jog or run. There is no time limit!

Question 10

Are there any group discounts?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer a team of 8 runners and also a family of 4 runners, both at discounted rates.

Question 11

Is there an early bird discount?

Accepted Answer

Yes! There is an ‘Eager Elf’ discount of 20% that is automatically applied to tickets purchased before 5th October.

Question 12

Can I get sponsorship?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Please create your special Mental Elf Just Giving page by following the link on our website: www.mindinharrogate.org/mentalelf

Question 13

Where does my entry fee go?

Accepted Answer

Proceeds from this event will go to Mind in Harrogate District (registered charity no. 1151271) to help us fund a new service for children and young people's mental health.

Question 14

What’s included in my entry fee?

Accepted Answer

Your entry fee includes a place in the run, your runner number, a medal (which doubles as a Christmas decoration) and a goodie bag!

Question 15

What is the route?

Accepted Answer

This is 5k route which is the same as the Conyngham Hall Park Run. Please check out the Park Run website to see route details. Thank you to the fabulous Park Run team for their support with setting out the route.

Mental Elf 5K Fun Run Knaresborough

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