BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Acorns Children’s Hospice - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Acorns Children’s Hospice X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Acorns Children’s Hospice REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260709T111454Z CREATED:20260512T095840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T111454Z UID:10000142-1782864000-1788220799@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:The Big Summer Swim DESCRIPTION:[vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1778575517516{background-image: url(https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sea-green-pool-texture-web.png?id=32007) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1773228467893{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css_animation=”bounceInLeft” width=”2/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][vc_column_text css=””] \n Take the plunge for Acorns this summer\n[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up \n\n [vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][vc_single_image image=”32009″ img_size=”300×300″ alignment=”center” css_animation=”bounceInRight” css=”.vc_custom_1778575649848{padding-bottom: 25px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1773758722587{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md”][vc_single_image image=”32009″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””]\n \n Sign up \n\n [/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1778756656162{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Big Summer Swim\nTake on an energising open water swim\, head to your local pool\, or even make the most of a holiday dip – you can complete this challenge your way. Whether you’re swimming solo\, with your family\, or as part of a team\, every length counts to help ensure local children with life limiting conditions receive the vital care and support they deserve. You’ll have two months this summer to dive in and make a difference. \nChoose your preferred distance\, pick your place and a time that suits you between 1 July – 31 August. All to raise money and change lives with Acorns.[/vc_column_text]\n \n Register now \n\n [vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nHow to sign up\n1. Register online and receive your digital fundraising pack. \n2. Choose your distance and decide where you / your team will be completing your lengths. \n3. Share your fundraising page. Every pound raised will support children with short lives across the West Midlands. \n4. Complete the swim challenge throughout July and August and make waves for children with short lives.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”32015″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1778576788201{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1778756649043{margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #D3EFED !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nChoose your distance\nPick the distance that works for you. You’ll receive digital badges to celebrate as you log your lengths.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1778578843009{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1778578873741{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-right: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 5px !important;margin-left: 5px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1778755915772{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 5px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 5px !important;}”] \n1km\nThe Mini Acorns challenge. \nJunior challenge. \n40 lengths of a 25m pool. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1778578878677{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-right: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 5px !important;margin-left: 5px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1778755930009{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 5px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 5px !important;}”] \n3km\nThe Three Acorns challenge. \n1km for each of our three hospices. \n120 lengths of a 25m pool. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1778578884260{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-right: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 5px !important;margin-left: 5px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1778755943897{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 5px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 5px !important;}”] \n17km\nThe Hospice Hopper challenge. \nSwim the distance between our hospices in Walsall and Selly Oak. \n680 lengths of a 25m pool. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1778578894667{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-right: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 5px !important;margin-left: 5px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1778755971091{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 5px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 5px !important;}”] \n51km\nThe Hospice Triple challenge. \nSwim the distance between all three of our hospices\n(ideal for a team challenge). \n2\,040 lengths of a 25m pool. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=””]Break each distance down\, to check it’s achievable for you! For example in the 3km challenge: 120 lengths divided by the 8 weeks of the challenge is 15 lengths a week.[/vc_column_text]\n \n Dive in and sign up today! \n\n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1778756663141{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nWhy take on the Big Summer Swim challenge?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]The children at Acorns really enjoy our specialist hydrotherapy pools\, which allows for ease of movement that many struggle with on dry land. This is through our hydrotherapy sessions\, which in basic terms is therapy in the water. \n“Jack is happiest when he’s in the water at Acorns. The water gives him freedom\, where he is not in pain. It makes a huge difference to Jack”\n– Catherine\, Jack’s Mum \nWe provide over 550 hours of hydrotherapy each year to children and young people visiting our hospices. Your fundraising means more children will be able to enjoy the freedom of movement.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”32317″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nWhat’s included when you register?\n\nAn online fundraising page\nA challenge certificate\nA physical swim tracker to log each distance you achieve. You can also log this online\nA digital badge for completing your distances\nAn Acorns t-shirt\nA physical sponsorship form to share with friends and family\n\nPhysical materials will be shared from mid June 2026.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1778756667552{margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #D3EFED !important;}”][vc_column width=”2/5″][vc_single_image image=”32165″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/5″][vc_column_text css=””] \nFundraising\nThere’s no minimum sponsorship target to take part in this event\, however we do ask for everyone to raise as much as they can. There’s no donation too big or small\, and every penny makes a difference to local children and families. \nWe would love you to fundraise as you swim and we have some great incentives on offer: \n\nMake waves by raising £138 and we’ll send you a limited-edition Acorns swim cap*\nKeep the current going by raising £200 and receive a swim cap* and an Acorns pin badge\nMake a real splash by raising over £250 and you’ll receive all the above plus a special Acorns medal\n\n*Swim caps are available for the first 150 to raise £138. \nWhen the challenge wraps up on 1 September we’ll dive into the totals and begin sending out your well-earned goodies.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the challenge you will receive support from our Events team to help with your fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! If you need more support we’d be happy to help\, just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/big-summer-swim/ LOCATION:Any swimming pool CATEGORIES:Challenges,Family friendly events,Online events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Big-Summer-Swim-web.png ORGANIZER;CN="Acorns Children's Hospice":MAILTO:events@acorns.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T120000 DTSTAMP:20260703T094303Z CREATED:20251111T153427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T094303Z UID:10000119-1786260600-1786276800@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Run Solihull 2026 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1762267019878{background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Date: 9th August 2026\nStart time: From 7.30am\nLocation: Malvern Park\, Warwick Road\, Solihull\, B91 3EA[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Entry: Free\nMinimum sponsorship: £50 – £250\nOrganiser: Run Through[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Contact: Acorns Events team\nTelephone: 01564 825037\nPlease read the full terms and conditions before signing up.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Sign up today \n\n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nWe are thrilled to be returning as the Official Charity Partner for Run Solihull 2026!\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Join #TeamAcorns in our fourth year as the charity partner for Run Solihull Half Marathon and 5k\, and be part of an incredible community of runners pounding the streets of Solihull. \nYou’ll enjoy dedicated pre-race day support with your training and fundraising\, a #TeamAcorns running vest and the incredible feeling of crossing the finish line knowing every step you take makes a real difference! \nEnjoy the buzz of the Event Village\, packed with live performances\, charity stalls\, food and drink vendors\, bag storage and plenty of toilets to make your day stress free! \nStarting and finishing in Malvern Park\, right in the heart of Solihull Town Centre\, this event offers a unique opportunity to run a 5k or half marathon around the closed roads of Solihull.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”26091″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nThere is also a Junior race!\nYou can make this a fun day out for all the family with the addition of a junior race on a fully accessible course. \nBy joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies\, children\, and young people across the West Midlands.[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up now \n\n [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26089″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26087″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”26088″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nSecure your FREE place today \nAs the Official Charity Partner\, we are excited to be able to offer a limited number of free race entries this year across all three races! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. Included in your entry is: \n\nA bespoke\, limited-edition Run Solihull running vest featuring Acorns artwork\n\n\nBespoke support from our specialist Events team to help with your training and fundraising \n\n\nA fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target \n\n\nA unique themed medal \n\n\nChip time results \n\n\nPost race goodies \n\n\nFree official race photos \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”33242″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1762268508452{background-color: #d3efed !important;}” el_id=”signup-runsolihull”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nSign up today\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner gap=”20″][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1703681956115{border: 4px dashed #bf71a4 !important;border-radius: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””] \nRun in the 5k\nRegistration fee: Free \nMinimum fundraising target: £100 \n[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1703694422370{border-top-width: 4px !important;border-right-width: 4px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;border-left-width: 4px !important;border-left-color: #bf71a4 !important;border-left-style: dashed !important;border-right-color: #bf71a4 !important;border-right-style: dashed !important;border-top-color: #bf71a4 !important;border-top-style: dashed !important;border-bottom-color: #bf71a4 !important;border-bottom-style: dashed !important;border-radius: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””] \nRun in the Half Marathon\nRegistration fee: Free \nMinimum fundraising target: £250 \n[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1703694434497{border: 4px dashed #bf71a4 !important;border-radius: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””] \nRun in the Junior race\nRegistration fee: Free \nMinimum fundraising target: £50 \n[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nAlready have a place in the race?\nIf you already have a place\, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise funds for local children and families. Our Events team will be on hand to support you throughout.[/vc_column_text]\n \n I have a place \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”35px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/o1ecHIG0d50?si=Lzv7SdXqIzM7s5mE” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1781857988553{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nThank you to our Run Solihull sponsor M V Kelly!\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”33240″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_separator css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nKick start your fundraising\nWe’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns running vest\, support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost\, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”749″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://www.justgiving.com/create-page?campaignGuid=38acefd1-ffdc-48b3-9d82-076a8dab2e57″][vc_column_text css=””] \nSet up a JustGiving page \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”748″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” css=”” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sponsorship-form-2026_WEB.pdf”][vc_column_text css=””] \nGet a sponsorship form \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”747″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” css=”” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2026-FINAL_WEB.pdf”][vc_column_text css=””] \nDownload a fundraising pack \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” el_id=”ihaveaplace-runsolihull” css=”.vc_custom_1733916197298{background: #eedceb url(https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/patterns-purple-stars.png?id=2237) !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25″][/vc_column][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1729595552439{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1729595559658{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”] \nI want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!\nIf you already have a place in Run Solihull and would like to support Acorns through your run\, please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.[/vc_column_text]\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/run-solihull-2026/ LOCATION:Malvern Park\, Solihull\, Malvern Park Avenue\, West Midlands\, B91\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Running ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Run-Solihull-3.png GEO:52.4118102;-1.7725298 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Malvern Park Solihull Malvern Park Avenue West Midlands B91 United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Malvern Park Avenue:geo:-1.7725298,52.4118102 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823 DTSTAMP:20260529T085328Z CREATED:20260528T101603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T085328Z UID:10000143-1787356800-1787443199@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:London Summer Walk DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1779111435131{background-color: #FFE3D1 !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Date: 22nd August 2026\nLocation: Woolwich (start and finish)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Entry: £20 – £99\nSponsorship: £0 – £375\nOrganiser: Ultra Challenge[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Contact: Acorns Events team\nTelephone: 01564 825037[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin the London Summer Walk\nGet your walking shoes on and explore some of the Capital’s less known historic areas with a tour of the ‘gateway to London’ along the Thames’s eastern section – and fundraise for Acorns! \nStarting alongside the grandeur of Woolwich Barracks (short walk from Elizabeth Line\, DLR\, & Overground) – there’s a marathon looped route\, which heads into the heart of the Capital\, alongside a 25km option taking in Greenwich and a 10km option if you’re after something a bit shorter! \nRoutes steeped in history with iconic sights\, a lively warm up\, full support all the way\, rest stops with snacks and drinks\, and capped with a BBQ meal\, bar and music at the finish\, making for a wonderful active end of summer celebration![/vc_column_text]\n \n Book your place today \n\n [vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”32320″ img_size=”Full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”32323″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”32322″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/london-summer-walk/ LOCATION:Henley-on-Thames\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Ultra challenges ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/London-Summer-Walk-2.png GEO:55.378051;-3.435973 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR