What is Elf Run?
Elf Run is back again for 2026! Last year, elves from businesses, schools and groups across Barnsley raised over £34,000 to support our care and services.
Everyone can get involved with the Elf Run, whether you’re a school, business or community group. You get to pick the date, distance and route of your run, this could be laps around a school playground, a walk through a local park or a route starting and ending at your workplace.
As a charity, we need to raise two-thirds of our running costs on average each year to provide our specialist palliative and end of life care. Fundraisers like our Elf Run bring together our community and help us with our fundraising mission – all whilst having some fun.
Every elf who takes part makes a difference to Barnsley Hospice, so don’t miss out! Find out how to get involved below.
Barnsley Hospice holds a special place in many people’s hearts. So many families in our community have felt the comfort, dignity, and compassion the hospice provides, and supporting their work is our way of giving back.The Elf Run is a joyful tradition for our school. It brings children together in a fun, festive way while teaching them the importance of kindness, community, and helping others. Every step they take helps the hospice continue the vital work that means so much to so many.”Leyan Jones, Pupil Welfare Lead at Milefield Primary School
How to get involved?
To register your interest, fill out the form below or email the team at fundraising@barnsley-hospice.org. It only takes a few minutes!
Please let us know an estimate of how many ‘elves’ will be taking part and when you’re planning to complete your run. We’ll be in touch to confirm this closer to the time, but it will help us ensure all your hats are ready ahead of the big day.
Once you’ve signed up, you can download and print a sponsor form or create a JustGiving page to start collecting sponsorship and donations for your efforts.
Register your interest for Elf Run
Top tip: Don’t forget to check your spam/junk folder for an email response!
Thank you to our sponsors!
“We’re incredibly proud to be supporting Barnsley Hospice’s Elf Run for the sixth year running. It’s a wonderful event that brings together schools, families, businesses and the local community, creating plenty of festive fun while raising funds for an important cause.
The work Barnsley Hospice does for patients and their loved ones is truly invaluable, and we’re honoured to support them in continuing to provide that care.
Community has always been at the heart of White’s Bakery, and supporting events like the Elf Run is our way of giving something back. We’re delighted to be involved again this year and can’t wait to see the impact the event makes.”
David White, Managing Director of White’s Bakery