by Lorraine Gibson.

Ho-ho-hold on to your hats because a crowd of speedy Santas are heading for Wimborne once again to take part in the annual Santa-Stour River Fun Run.
The event, on the first Sunday of December, is organised by Wimborne Rotary and aims, as always, to raise funds for local children’s charities.
The run starts at 10am on December 4 from Wimborne Football Club, on Ainsley Road, where parking will be free, and entrants can choose between a 2.5K or 5K course with both routes running alongside the River Stour.
Entry costs £10 for adults and £5 for under-18s with all proceeds going to local charity, Julia’s House.
Entrants get a free Santa suit and a mince pie and runners – individuals or in groups – are also encouraged to fundraise for their own favourite charities by seeking sponsorship.
Wimborne Rotary president, Ron Franks, says: “With an interesting new route for runners this year, we hope that runners will enjoy this event while supporting our fundraising for Julia’s House.”
Runners should pre-book at wimbornerotary.org/giving though there will be limited places for those turning up on the day.