Matform's "Santa" Cuts A Dash For Really Good Claus

December 2008

This "Santa" wasn’t looking for his little helpers or directions to the North Pole but was limbering up for a festive fundraiser in aid of Wessex Heartbeat charity.

Matform's Sales Director, Paul Down, swopped his sleigh for his trainers when he took part in the annual 5km Southampton Santa Dash on December 14.

Southampton Common was transformed into a Winter Wonderland as more than 160 joggers and fun runners decked out in red and white suits, provided a visual spectacle while helping to raise money for the regional charity which supports the work of the Wessex Cardiac Centre.

"It was a great opportunity to kickstart the Christmas celebrations while raising money for such a good cause," said Paul, who completed the Santa Dash in 28 minutes.