The 20th Isle of Man Bank Santa Dash is back today (Wednesday) and for the first time junior runners are invited to take part.

It will start 12.30pm outside the bank’s main branch on Prospect Hill, Douglas.

This year, for the first time, under-18s are joining in the fun (with under-15s being asked to run with an adult who must also be registered to run.)

Winners of prizes donated by Isle of Man Bank - both for best costumes and spot prizes for randomly-selected finish positions - will be asked to choose the charity they wish to donate the prize to from a list. And as always, runners are encouraged to raise sponsorship for their own worthy causes.