MASCOTS from across Dunfermline are being invited to get their running shoes on for the city's inaugural mascot race.

The event – which will take place as part of the Christmas Lights Switch on event on November 17 – will see characters of all shapes and sizes make their way along the High Street to the Louise Carnegie Gates.

Businesses and groups from across Dunfermline are being invited to enter their mascot or costumed character into the festive challenge which will take place at 2.30pm.

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A small trophy will be up for grabs for the winner as well as pride of being the first Dunfermline Mascot Race champion.

For more information, visit the Our Dunfermline Facebook page.