Hundreds of Santas expected to take part in tomorrow’s Jingle All The Way walk in Chorley for Derian House

A sea of red will be seen for miles around Chorley tomorrow as hundreds of Santas are expected to march 15 miles all the way from Chorley to the top of Rivington Pike and back again as they take part in the tenth annual Jingle All the Way Santa Dash to raise money for Derian House Children’s Hospice.

Organised by Community Ambassador Neil Hailwood, 50, from Chorley, Jingle All the Way is now a Christmas calendar staple that sells-out months in advance and has raised over £100,000 for Derian House since it began.

Neil began fundraising for Derian House Children’s Hospice in 2012 in memory of a friend’s son who died at an early age and it has grown bigger every year.

Last year’s event raised more than £40,000 for Derian House Children’s Hospice and attracted the biggest turnout in its nine-year history.

Derian House supports more than 400 babies, children and young people, providing 24-hour care and relying heavily on public fundraising. The hospice needs around £6 million a year to operate, making events like Jingle All The Way vital.

Road closures

To help ensure the safe start of the event, please be aware that Market Street in Chorley, will be closed between 8am and 10.30am on Saturday.

If you are travelling through the town centre during this time, please allow extra time for your journey and follow any diversion signs or instructions from event marshals.

A spokesperson for Derian House said: “We'd love to see you come down and cheer on the Santas as they set off on their festive fundraising walk.

“Every step helps support the incredible work of Derian House Children's Hospice.

“Thank you for your patience and support.

“Let's make the 10th Jingle All The Way the biggest and best yet!”

Registration

Registration opens at 8.15am at Chorley Theatre on Dole Lane.

To help speed up registration, only one person per booking needs to enter the theatre.

Please arrive early and have your booking name ready, as registration is expected to be very busy.

The following venues will be open from 8.30am:

Rose & Crown, St Thomas's Road.

Rileys Loft, Peter Street (next to Chorley Theatre).

Anatolia Bar & Kitchen, Market Street.

​A catering van will also be available on Market St, serving tea, coffee and bacon barms to purchase.

​JustGiving page

If you would like to make a donation to the Jingle All The Way for Derian House click here

There will also be live entertainment from the fantastic Chorley Silver Band during registration at the theatre and a DJ at the starting point.

The Santas will set off at 10am.