Steps for Change Children's Challenge

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  • Date Sun 20th September 2026
  • Time 09:45
  • Location Kingston upon Thames, Surrey
  • Price £10.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic family day out at the Steps for Change Children's Challenge, hosted by Able Child on Sunday, September 20th, 2026, in the beautiful Kingston upon Thames, Surrey! This exciting event invites participants of all ages and abilities to join a scenic 10K or 5K stroll, roll, or run along the picturesque Thames, from the iconic Kingston Bridge to the historic Hampton Court Palace and back.

This is not just any walk; it's an opportunity to support a noble cause while enjoying the last rays of summer! Each step or wheel-turn contributes to Able Child's mission to ensure that no child with a disability is left behind. Whether you're power walking, running, scooting, or pushing a buggy, this event is all about community spirit and family fun. Plus, there will be refreshments and snacks at Hampton Court Palace, where you can take a break and enjoy the surroundings.

With registration opening at 9 AM and the walk starting at 9:45 AM, make sure to sign up early to enjoy a 20% discount on registration fees until the end of May 2026. Don’t forget, every entrant will receive a free Able Child t-shirt—perfect for customizing and making your day

Steps for Change Children's Challenge

Sun 20th September 2026

Two smiling children in orange "able child" shirts give a thumbs up while participating in an outdoor event. Text promotes a family 5k/10k on Sept 26, with sign-up details and event information. Rows of silver medals with red ribbons labeled "10k Challenge" are displayed on a green-and-white striped tablecloth, ready for participants to receive. Two smiling children wearing matching orange “able child” shirts sit outdoors. One holds a medal labeled “10k Challenge.” Both have medals on orange ribbons, suggesting they completed a race or event together. Six children wearing matching bright orange t-shirts stand in a row in front of ornate wrought iron gates with gold detailing, smiling at the camera. A grand building is visible in the background. Children in orange shirts start a fun run, racing under an archway in a park with adults and a person in a chicken costume behind them. Trees and sunlight fill the background. Two smiling children wearing orange shirts enjoy a walk outdoors; the child in front uses a walker while the other pushes from behind. They are on a paved path surrounded by trees and greenery on a cloudy day.

Organiser's Description

Step up for a 10K (or 5K) family stroll, roll or run for Able Child.

Join us for a riverside family adventure with purpose! Celebrate the final rays of summer with the Steps for Change – Children’s Challenge, a scenic 10K (or 5K) stroll, roll or run along the Thames from Kingston Bridge to Hampton Court Palace and back.

The perfect mini adventure for families and children of all ages and ability.

Every step or wheel-turn helps Able Child’s work toward a world where no child with a disability gets left behind.

Whether you’re powerwalking, running, scooting, rolling in a wheelchair, pushing a buggy, or toddling along at your own pace, this journey from the historic Kingston Bridge to the grand gates of Hampton Court Palace and back is all about the power of community. Hampton Court Palace is our half-way point, time for a coffee, snacks and refreshments. It’s also our 5K point so you can choose to end your adventure here if you prefer.

Timings and targets
Date: Sunday 20th September 2026
Registration opens: 9am
Walk starts: 9.45am
Walk ends: 11.45am

Individual fundraising target: We’d love you to raise £200 per stroller, roller or runner (£10 registration fee for all participating children and adults. Free registration for supervising adults). Make it a family thing and enjoy seeing the sponsorship building!

Discounts: Get 20% off registration fees for early-bird sign ups until end May 2026. Group discounts are also available, it'd make the perfect morning out with friends or nursery families.

Free T-shirt: Each entrant will get a free Able Child t-shirt to wear on the day. Why not customise it, add a cape and a few sparkles or face paint? A little bit of dressing up makes the kilometres fly by. The main thing is to be comfy and wear trainers/appropriate footwear!

NB-To keep everyone safe, all under 16s need adult supervision (they go free) and all under 18s need permission to take part.

Races

  • Steps for Change Children's Challenge

    This Is a One-Off Registration Fee Required to Join the Steps for Change Children's Challenge. Each Child or Adult Who Are Entering the Challenge Needs to Purchase This Ticket and Will Commit to Fundraising £200 Per Stroller, Roller or Runner

    £10.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

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