Inspirational runners brave the cold to work off Christmas excesses at Havant Parkrun - in pictures

By Joe Williams

Reporter

Published 27th Dec 2025, 15:26 BST

While some of us were still sleeping off the excesses of Christmas and Boxing Day, a number of hardy runners were braving the cold in Havant.

Runners of all ages, as well as some canine companions, took on the Havant Parkrun at Staunton Country Park on Saturday, December 27.

With festive cheer still on display, and a number of Santa Clause hats, runners tackled the five kilometre course with smiles on their faces.

Here are 33 pictures of a fantastic festive morning run in Havant:

Runners taking on the Havant Parkrun on Saturday, December 27.

1. Havant Parkrun

Runners taking on the Havant Parkrun on Saturday, December 27. | Marcin Jedrysiak

While many of us were still reeling from too many mince pies, these runners headed out early on Saturday, December 27 for the Havant Parkrun.

2. Havant Parkrun

While many of us were still reeling from too many mince pies, these runners headed out early on Saturday, December 27 for the Havant Parkrun. | Marcin Jedrysiak

Runners taking on the Havant Parkrun on Saturday, December 27.

3. Havant Parkrun

Runners taking on the Havant Parkrun on Saturday, December 27. | Marcin Jedrysiak

Runners taking on the Havant Parkrun on Saturday, December 27.

4. Havant Parkrun

Runners taking on the Havant Parkrun on Saturday, December 27. | Marcin Jedrysiak

Christmas Havant Parkrun