Chase The Pud 10K

United Kingdom flag York, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

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Date 06 Dec, 2026
Races 1 distance
Entry fee £20.00
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Chase The Pud 10K

About the event

Dive into the holiday season by joining the festive and fun-filled "Chase The Pud" race around York's historic Knavesmire. This unique 10k chip-timed run challenges participants to dress up as Santa Claus and chase after a speedy Christmas pudding, all while raising funds for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Choose from three sizes of official Santa costumes: adult one size, youth (suitable for teens or small adults around age 12), and child. The event also offers a family-friendly option with a 3k untimed distance that is perfect for those who want to walk, jog, or run.
The race starts at Cherry Lane but registration begins early at the Race HQ from 9:00 am, where you can collect your number tag and leave bags securely. Participants should allow about 1km of walking time to reach the start line if they register first. Toilets are available at HQ for convenience.
Over the past two decades, the BHF York Fundraising Group has organized this event with enthusiasm and dedication. By participating in "Chase The Pud," you'll be supporting vital research into heart and circulatory diseases that affect approximately 26,000 people in York alone each year. Every participant can make a difference by setting up a JustGiving page to raise funds for the BHF.
Join us on race day at 10:30 am as we celebrate this unique tradition while contributing to life-changing medical advancements. Under 11 participants must be within arms reach of an adult at all times, ensuring safety and fun for everyone involved.

Races offered

06Dec

Chase The Pud 10K

Running

Distance
10K
Countdown
46 days
Entry fee
£20.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for December in York.

Temperature4.7° / 8.9°
Feels like0.1° / 4.9°
Sunshine hours2h 25m
Rainfall3.3 mm
Snowfall—
Wind17.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity86.2%
Max UV indexLow (1.4)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise09:14
Sunset16:44

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The ancient cathedral city of York has a history dating back over 2000 years. Romans, Saxons, Vikings, and Britons from all eras have each left their mark. It is home to some of Europe's best-preserved historical buildings and structures, including York Minster and dozens of other churches, the Shambles medieval shopping street, countless handsome townhouses, and the city's walls and gatehouses. Other popular attractions on the bucket lists of York's eight million annual visitors include the Jorvik Viking Centre and Britain's National Railway Museum.

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