Mental Elf - The Festive 5k Fun Run

Mental Elf - The Festive 5k Fun Run takes place at War Memorial Park on Sunday 6 December, from 11:00 to 14:30. It's a 5k run through the park, and as the name suggests, it's a festive one. The distance is 5k, but the 'fun run' part is the point: it's open to all abilities, so you can run it, jog it, or just walk it with friends. It's as much for the casual walkers and families as it is for the experienced runners.

There's a bit more to it than just the distance, though. The run is about bringing the community together and shining a light on mental health and wellbeing, especially during the Christmas period, when things can feel a bit heavier than usual. It's a way to get out, move, and be around people, and the money raised goes to the services of Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind. So, whether you're there for the run itself or just for the festive vibes, it's for a good cause.

It's a family affair, too. Children under 5 go free, under 16s are £12, and adults are £14, with discounts for group bookings if you're rounding up a crowd. The whole thing runs from 11:00 to 14:30 at War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, Coventry, CV3 6PT.