St Michael’s Hospice is calling on keen runners to take on its 3k festive fun runs this Christmas.

The independent charity will be hosting its annual Reindeer Run in Basingstoke on Sunday, November 24, and in Alton on Sunday, December 1.

The events, sponsored by Unum, will see participants donning Christmas jumpers and antlers as they walk, dash, dance and prance along the 3k route.

Participants will receive a pair of reindeer antlers with their registration and a medal upon crossing the finish line.

To sign up for the Reindeer Run, visit stmichaelshospice.org.uk/reindeer-run-alton.

The charity is hoping to raise vital funds to support their work.

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Laura Toop, events manager at the hospice, said: "Reindeer Run is one of our most popular events of the year, and we are so excited to be returning to Alton for our second year.

"It’s such a fun way of getting the whole family involved with a local charity while getting in the festive spirit.

"We are excited to welcome everyone for a fun event for a worthwhile cause."

St Michael’s Hospice provides free care for people across North Hampshire who have life-limiting illnesses, need end-of-life care or bereavement support.

It only receives 16 per cent statutory funding to run its services, meaning it needs to raise £15,000 a day.