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North Staffs and Cheshire Mind's annual Mental Elf Festive fun run, our timed 5K fun run is returning to Trentham Gardens on Sunday, 6 December 2026.

Pop on your fancy dress, lace up your trainers and join hundreds of elves at Trentham Gardens for a fabulous festive afternoon of fun, community spirit and fundraising for better mental health across North Staffordshire and Cheshire.

Whether you're a seasoned runner, prefer a stroll around the park, or want to bring the whole family along, our Mental Elf festive fun run is for everyone.