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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
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SUMMARY:Acorns Skydive (September 2026)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1755267987535{background-color: #fdeed5 !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Date: 26th September 2026\nTime: From 10am\nLocation: Tilstock Airfield\, Whitchurch\, Shropshire SY13 2HA[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Event cost: £50\nMinimum sponsorship: £450[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Contact: Acorns Events team\nTelephone: 01564 825037 \nPlease review the weight restrictions and 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][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””] \nExperience the thrill of a breathtaking 10\,000ft skydive with #TeamAcorns!\nEnjoy a fabulous 20-minute flight with breathtaking views of the Wirral\, Liverpool\, Snowdon and beyond. Then\, at 10\,000ft\, you’ll lean out and let go to experience the amazing thrill of freefalling through the air and a long parachute descent! \nYou will be in a dual harness\, securely attached to your instructor who will give you a taste of what skydiving is all about![/vc_column_text]\n		\n            Secure your place!                    \n\n	[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1755679349965{margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #EEDCEB !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n“It was an experience that’s for sure. I definitely want to do it again\, absolutely amazing\, almost indescribable.” – Henry\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1755679357265{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nWhy skydive with #TeamAcorns?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Skydiving is the ultimate challenge to push yourself out of your comfort zone but you aren’t alone! The Skydive Tilstock and Acorns teams will be with you along the way.  \nOnce you sign up with #TeamAcorns\, we will be on hand to support you with:  \n\nA fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target \n\n\nBespoke support from our specialist Events team to help with your fundraising\n\n\nRegular updates with event information via email  \n\n\nAn Acorns branded t shirt to wear on the day \n\n\nAnd an Acorns medal after your skydive! \n\nBut most importantly\, your support and fundraising could support four families having overnight stays at anyone of our three hospices. This could be the first time a child stays with us\, or it could be at end of life.  [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”]\n		\n            Sign up now                    \n\n	[vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”23876″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1757328596665{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1755679533476{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756801348329{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nCan’t make this date?\nGet in touch with our Events team to find out when our next skydive will be taking place![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1755679397451{margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nImportant information\nThe minimum age for parachuting is 16. Anyone under 18 must have the written consent of a parent or guardian (BPA Form 106). There is no maximum age\, however anyone aged 70 or over will require form 115b signed by a GP. \nThe maximum weight is 15 stones (95 kg) and you must not be overweight for your height. Please check the weight restrictions before signing up. Your weight must include the weight of the clothes you are wearing. \n  \nCost\nThe minimum fundraising target for this event is £450. Of which\, Acorns must be in receipt of £200 no later than two months before your jump (26 July 2026)\, £400 no later than one month before the jump (26 August 2026). The remaining £50 is due no later than two weeks after the jump (10 October 2026). Please see the terms and conditions for the full sponsorship payment information.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”]\n		\n            Sign up today                    \n\n	[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1755679533476{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25018″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25014″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”25022″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nKick start your fundraising\nWe’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive 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_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” gap=”30″][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”749″ img_size=”600×600″ alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” css=”” link=”https://www.justgiving.com/acorns”][vc_column_text] \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=”600×600″ 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=”600×600″ 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_separator color=”white” el_id=”faq-skydive”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”FAQs”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFrequently Asked Questions\n[/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”What happens if there is bad weather?” style=”round” color=”sandy_brown” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1727180688239{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffe3d1 !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Skydives will not take place in unsafe weather conditions. \nIf the weather is too bad to jump\, (too windy\, low cloud\, rain)\, unfortunately we will have to reschedule your skydive.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is there an age restriction?” style=”round” color=”purple” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1757328561711{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]The minimum age for parachuting is 16. Anyone under 18 must have the written consent of a parent or guardian (BPA Form 106). \nThere is no maximum age however anyone aged 70 or over will require form 115b signed by a GP.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Are there any weight restrictions to take part?” style=”round” color=”blue” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1733918772541{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #d3efed !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]The maximum weight is 15 stones (95 kg) and you must not be overweight for your height. Please check the weight restrictions. Your weight is inclusive of the clothes you are wearing.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How fit do I need to be to take part?” style=”round” color=”green” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448463078{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Parachutists need a reasonable standard of physical fitness and there are minimum fitness requirements. All participants must be physically fit\, fully self-mobile with a full range of mobility and able to lift their knees to their chest unaided.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”I have a health condition or disability. Can I still take part?” style=”round” color=”sandy_brown” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1757331815620{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffe3d1 !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Unfortunately\, if you have a condition or disability which reduces your mobility\, you won’t be able to skydive. Please contact Skydive Tilstock on 01948 841111 if you are unsure\, as participants will be assessed on arrival and will not be able to jump if the minimum fitness requirements are not met. \nPlease read: \n\nForm 115a – Tandem Student Parachutist Medical Information and Declaration\nForm 115b – Student Tandem Parachutist Request for Medical Advice\n\nSkydive Tilstock must be in receipt of the completed consent/medical forms prior to commencing the training course.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What should I wear?” style=”round” color=”purple” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448579055{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Wear loose\, comfortable\, non-restricting clothing suitable for the season and flat shoes or trainers on your feet that won’t fall off in freefall. Don’t wear boots or jeans. \nGoggles will be supplied that fit over glasses and contact lenses.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I have my parachute jump videoed?” style=”round” color=”blue” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1732537362769{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #d3efed !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Absolutely! You won’t want to miss a minute of your fantastic adventure and a video is a great way of reliving the memories. A video service is provided for Tandem jumps by Skydive Tilstock. Please contact them directly on 01948 841111 in advance of your jump to book this. [/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”When should I arrive and when do I actually jump?” style=”round” color=”green” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1727181155574{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]You will be given an arrival time which you should check in by. It’s very important that you arrive on time. \nAfter you have completed the essential paperwork\, a Tandem Instructor will spend about 20 minutes giving you your training session. If you are late\, it could have a knock-on effect by extending the scheduled jump time and the Tandem Instructor has a very tight schedule that includes briefing\, jumping and packing his parachute for the next jump. \nOther factors that could potentially affect the scheduled jump time include\, change in weather\, coordinating a videographer\, the plane and numerous other things. \nPlease note that skydive days can involve a lot of waiting.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I bring people to watch?” style=”round” color=”sandy_brown” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1727181144336{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #ffe3d1 !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Yes\, of course you can bring spectators! You must have an audience for your incredible adventure! There is a special spectator area\, a clubhouse and a canteen/cafe picnic area. \nPlease do not bring your pet – they will not be allowed on the site.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I bring my pet?” style=”round” color=”purple” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1727181128566{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Please do not bring your pet. Active airfields are not suitable for pets.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is there a café?” style=”round” color=”blue” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1727181192742{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #d3efed !important;border-radius: 10px !important;}”]Yes\, there is a café on site providing hot and cold beverages\, light bites\, snacks and ice creams.[/vc_toggle][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/acorns-skydive-september-2026/
LOCATION:Tilstock Airfield\, Higher Heath\, Whitchurch\, Shropshire\, SY13 2HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adrenaline,Challenges
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
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SUMMARY:Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15px” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1787745864573{background-color: #D3EFED !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nRegistration is now closed\nThank you for your interest in the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge\, unfortunately sign ups are now closed. If you are interested in taking on an alternative Ultra Challenge please see our Ultra Challenge events\, or view our full events calendar for more options.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” gap=”15px” css=”.vc_custom_1787745928101{background-color: #ECF3DA !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Date: 26th September 2026\nLocation: Henley basecamp[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Entry: £15 – £139\nSponsorship: £0 – £375\nOrganiser: Ultra Challenge[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]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] \nJoin the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge\nA 50km looped challenge in some of the Chilterns finest countryside\, with historic trails\, rolling hills\, nature reserves\, with fantastic views. Join up to 2\,000 adventurers and take it on at your pace as a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Acorns! \nA basecamp in Henley-on-Thames\, a route with real variety\, some wonderful scenery and easily accessible from London. Sign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way\, plenty of food and drink\, optional camping and transfers\, a special medal\, t shirt and celebration finish. With 25km and 10km options also available\, there’s a Chilterns Challenge for everyone! \nPush yourself further in 2026\, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s number one series of treks and trail challenges![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”32524″ img_size=”Full”][/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=”32527″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”32526″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/chiltern-50-ultra-challenge/
LOCATION:Henley
CATEGORIES:Challenges,Ultra challenges
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