CARE home staff clocked up 70k between them as they ran around Ringwood in reindeer antlers to raise money for people with autism and learning disabilities.

Thirteen team members from Colten Care’s Colten House head office donned antlers along with their trainers for a 5k circuit around the town and raised £350.

The festive dash was in aid of an appeal by the Stable Family Home Trust which provides essential services in Hampshire and Dorset including residential homes, personal development programmes, day services and supported living.

Based in Bisterne, south of Ringwood, the Stable Family Home Trust was established in 1980 and currently works with more than 120 adults and families.

A total of £2,200 when several local companies took part in the event.