Local Estate Agent to support the Mental Elf Run as it returns to Knaresborough for 2025.
Bringing Festive Fun and Community Spirit, local mental health charity Mind in Harrogate District is thrilled to announce that Mental Elf will return to Knaresborough in 2025.
Following a hugely successful debut last year, local Estate agents, Verity Frearson will be once again supporting the festive event.
In 2024, the festive fun run raised over £8,000 in support of Mind in Harrogate’s brand-new Children and Young People’s Mental Health Service. The event saw 259 participants take to the beautiful grounds of Conyngham Hall in their most colourful costumes, with incredible feedback describing it as “inclusive of all ages”, “a great atmosphere”, and “full of community spirit.”
Matthew Stamford, Managing director of Verity Frearson, said:
"We're delighted to be able to sponsor the Mental Elf Fun Run again this year. As a business, we've made an ongoing commitment to give back to the local community and we're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people across our district, especially when it comes to mental health. By supporting Mind in Harrogate District, I hope we can strengthen the work already being done and help ensure more people can access the support they need. "
Tina Chamberlain, CEO of Mind in Harrogate District, said:
“Mental Elf is about more than just running - it’s about bringing people together, celebrating community, and supporting wellbeing through fun and exercise. Events like this remind us that when we move, connect, and laugh together, we’re all investing in better mental health.”
Thanks to overwhelming local support, the organisers are setting their sights even higher this year, aiming for over 300 runners to take part in the 2025 event which will once again feature a fancy dress competition – including the ever-popular Best Dressed Dog category – alongside plenty of festive music, cheer, and laughter.
The town will also welcome back Tom Gordon MP, who will officially start the run for the second year running.
Other sponsors, Strive Group and Coach Gyms are proudly returning to support the event in 2025.
Whether you walk, jog, or dash like an elf late for toy-making duty, this is a festive feel-good event not to be missed.
Early-bird tickets are available now, with an Eager-Elf discount for all bookings made before 30th September 2025.
For more information on the route, or other FAQ’s visit www.mindinharrogate.org.uk/mentalelf
Event Details:
Date: Sunday 30th November 2025
Location: Conyngham Hall, Knaresborough
Tickets: On sale at mindinharrogate.org.uk/mentalelf
All proceeds from the event will support Mind in Harrogate District’s work, helping local people of all ages achieve better mental health.
