BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Acorns Children’s Hospice - ECPv6.15.17.1//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:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240622 DTSTAMP:20260424T144831 CREATED:20231227T160040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T101620Z UID:10000008-1718928000-1719014399@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Aberdovey Bike Ride DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1713275358370{background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Date: 21st June 2024\nLocation: Wolverhampton\, West Midlands to Aberdovey\, Wales[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Entry price: £40\nSponsorship: Set your own fundraising target\nOrganiser: Aberdovey Bike Ride[/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]\n \n Sign up today \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text] \nRaise vital funds for Acorns by taking part in the Aberdovey Bike Ride!\nTake on Wolverhampton’s top cycling event and join hundreds of fellow cyclists on this iconic ride\, while helping to raise funds for local children and their families! \nYou can choose from the 103.9 mile short route or 124.2 mile long route\, but either way you’ll enjoy an incredible ride through Shropshire and the stunning Snowdonia National Park to the beautiful village of Aberdovey.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1713346330403{background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nOnce you’re registered…\nOnce you’ve registered\, please get in touch so we can support you with your fundraising! \nYou’ll receive: \n\nAn Acorns cycling jersey to wear with pride\nBespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising\nA fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target\n\nBy joining #TeamAcorns you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies\, children\, and young people across the West Midlands. Together\, we are stronger.[/vc_column_text]\n \n I'm registered \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”35px”][/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” 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=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sponsorship-form-2025_WEB-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2024_WEB_FINAL-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \nDownload a fundraising pack \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”#ihaveaplace-aberdoveybike”][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=”2″][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nReach out to our events team\nIf you’ve registered for the Aberdovey Bike Ride\, be sure to get in touch.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column]\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n [vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/aberdovey-bike-ride-2024/ LOCATION:Wolverhampton\, Wolverhampton\, West Midlands\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Cycling ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Aberdovey-Bike-Ride-1.png GEO:52.5868159;-2.1256587 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240105T100736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T093035Z UID:10000014-1717840800-1717862400@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Acorns Skydive DESCRIPTION:[vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1715171725032{background-color: #eedceb !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSign ups have closed! Keep an eye out for upcoming skydive adventures.\nIf you’re interested in setting up your own skydive for Acorns\, please get in touch with our events team or check out all of our events.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”10″][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1715171662081{background-color: #fdeed5 !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Date: 8th June 2024\nTime: 10am – 4pm\nLocation: Tilstock Airfield\, Whitchurch\, Shropshire SY13 2HA[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Event cost: £50\nMinimum sponsorship: £450[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]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 height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin #TeamAcorns and experience the thrill of a breathtaking 10\,000ft skydive!\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! \nSign ups are now closed. Stay tuned for future skydiving adventures.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1713344820128{background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \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.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nCommitment to fundraise\nThe minimum fundraising requirement of £450 will help fund our vital care for local children and families. Part of this amount is used to cover the cost of your skydive. Our expert events team will be on hand to support you with your fundraising to help you achieve this target. \nBy taking part in this incredible challenge and joining #TeamAcorns\, you will be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies\, children and young people across the West Midlands.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][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_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” gap=”30″][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”749″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” 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=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sponsorship-form-2025_WEB-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2024_WEB_FINAL-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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][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_1704446883824{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;}”]In the case of bad weather Skydiving Centre reserve the right to change the date of the skydive. All deposits and payments made will be transferred to an alternative date.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is there an age restriction?” style=”round” color=”purple” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704446914694{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_1704446958919{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 of disability. Can I still take part?” style=”round” color=”sandy_brown” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448561778{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=”When should I arrive and when do I actually jump?” style=”round” color=”blue” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448617402{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;}”]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=”green” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448633350{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;}”]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=”sandy_brown” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448657423{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;}”]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=”purple” size=”lg” css=”.vc_custom_1704448684791{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;}”]Yes\, there is a café on site providing hot and cold beverages\, light bites\, snacks and ice creams.[/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/skydive/ LOCATION:Tilstock Airfield\, Higher Heath\, Whitchurch\, Shropshire\, SY13 2HA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Adrenaline,Challenges ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Skydive.png ORGANIZER;CN="Acorns Children's Hospice":MAILTO:inmemory@acorns.org.uk GEO:52.9210757;-2.6506537 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tilstock Airfield Higher Heath Whitchurch Shropshire SY13 2HA United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Higher Heath:geo:-2.6506537,52.9210757 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T194500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T233000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240430T150254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T093137Z UID:10000034-1717616700-1717630200@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Sphinx AC Summer 5 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1713275358370{background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Date: 5th June 2024\nTime: 7:45 pm start\nLocation: Coventry War Memorial\, CV3 6PT[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Entry price: £10-12\nOrganiser: Sphinx AC[/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]\n \n Sign up now \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text css=””] \nAcorns is delighted to be the official charity partner for Sphinx AC!\nJoin us for the return of Summer 5 with Sphinx AC and complete two laps of the beautiful War Memorial Park in Coventry. Five miles\, medal and cake at the end all for just £10 for affiliated runners and £12 for non-affiliated runners. \nBring your children for the junior fun run and make this a fun summer’s evening for the whole family.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1713346330403{background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nAlready registered?\nWhen you have confirmed your place\, please let us know by completing your details below so that we can support you with your fundraising.[/vc_column_text]\n \n I'm already registered \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”35px”][/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” 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=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sponsorship-form-2025_WEB-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2024_WEB_FINAL-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \nDownload a fundraising pack \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”#ihaveaplace”][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=”2″][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nReach out to our events team\nIf you’ve registered for the Aberdovey Bike Ride\, be sure to get in touch.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column]\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n [vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/sphinx-summer-5/ LOCATION:Coventry War Memorial\, Kenilworth Rd\, Coventry\, CV3 6PT\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Running ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/RBP63477_web_featured.jpg GEO:52.3951633;-1.5210128 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coventry War Memorial Kenilworth Rd Coventry CV3 6PT United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Kenilworth Rd:geo:-1.5210128,52.3951633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20231227T153314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T090529Z UID:10000006-1716714000-1716742800@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Edinburgh Marathon DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1713275358370{background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Date: 26th May 2024\nStart time: 9am\nLocation: Edinburgh\, Scotland[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Entry price: £30\nMinimum sponsorship: £600\nOrganiser: Edinburgh Running Festival[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]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 Register your interest for 2025 \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text] \nCome and join #TeamAcorns at Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival!\nThis ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh\, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience. The marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK making that elusive personal best a distinct possibility! \nThe full weekend of events attracts around 30\,000 runners\, with thousands more lining the course to support. There are 9 races on offer over two days including the marathon\, half marathon\, team relay\, 10k\, 5k and junior races. There really is something for everyone\, so why not make the most of the Bank Holiday weekend.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nCharity places\nRegistrations for the Edinburgh Marathon 2024 are now closed\, but we would love for you to run for us! Use the button below to register your interest and we will inform you about next year’s event details as soon as they are released.[/vc_column_text]\n \n Register your interest for 2025 \n\n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1713275689406{background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAlready have a place in the marathon?\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=”25px”][/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” 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=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sponsorship-form-2025_WEB-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2024_WEB_FINAL-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \nDownload a fundraising pack \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”ihaveaplace-edinburgh”][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=”2″][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nI want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!\nIf you already have a place in the Edinburgh Marathon 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][/vc_column][vc_column]\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n [vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/edinburgh-marathon-2024/ LOCATION:Edinburgh\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Running ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Edinburgh-marathon-1.png GEO:55.953252;-3.188267 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240507T120946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095240Z UID:10000035-1715990400-1716076799@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Aston Villa Women matchday DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1715248239282{background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Date: 18th May 2024\nTime: 12pm – 6pm[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Location: Villa Park\, Trinity Rd\, Birmingham B6 6HE\nContact: events@acorns.org.uk[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nWe are thrilled to be joining AVFC Women for an Acorns matchday takeover!\nCome out on 18th May for Aston Villa FC Women vs AFC Man City Women match at Villa Park\, where Acorns is the chosen charity. Our amazing volunteers will be there collecting on the day so make sure to bring a pound to the ground. \nCan’t make it to Villa Park\, or want to support us ahead of the match? Then you can donate below![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1708437491031{background-color: #eedceb !important;}” el_id=”donate”][vc_column][vc_row_inner theme_background=”theme-inner-row theme-stroked-frame” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1704794550212{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}” el_class=”text-center”][vc_column_inner width=”2/5″]\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n [vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1715083538717{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nBe part of the Pride\nCan’t make it to the match – or forgot your pound for the ground? No problem! Be part of the Pride by placing a donation below. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1715083565024{margin-top: 35px !important;}”] \n[wc_woo_donation id=”6593″] \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710246016424{margin-top: 35px !important;}”] \nSee the impact your donation can make. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-angle-double-down” color=”sandy_brown” align=”center” link=”url:%23impact”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”impact”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nHow your donation helps\nIn the past year\, Acorns has cared for 750 children and nearly 1\,000 families across our region. \nIt costs £27\,000 per day to provide our services and it is only with your support that we can be there 24 hours a day\, 7 days a week for children who need specialist nursing care. Your generous donation has the power to make an impact on someone’s life. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1710351037890{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;}” el_class=”text-center”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”1395″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£5\n£5 could allow us to provide lunch and dinner for a family member at Acorns. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4504″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£10\n£10 could fund art supplies for a session of specialist craft play and memory making. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4477″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£20\n£20 could help fund the resources our clinical Outreach teams require when providing short breaks in the family home. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”3312″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£45\n£45 could fund one hour of care for a child in a hospice. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner el_id=”volunteer”][vc_column_inner][/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_1710350997863{background-color: #ecf3da !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nVolunteer with us\nSupport us at Acorns Aston Villa Women matchday as a collection volunteer. All Acorns volunteers will have the chance to watch the match\, before collecting again afterwards! \nDate: 18th May 2024\nTimes: 12:00pm – 6:00pm. Kick-off 3:00pm\nLocation: Villa Park \nEmail: volunteer@acorns.org.uk[/vc_column_text]\n \n Find out more \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5057″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/avfc-women-matchday/ LOCATION:Villa Park\, Trinity Road\, Birmingham\, B6 6HE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/AVFC-Women-matchday-team-resized.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Acorns Children's Hospice":MAILTO:events@acorns.org.uk GEO:52.5081744;-1.8925432 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Villa Park Trinity Road Birmingham B6 6HE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Trinity Road:geo:-1.8925432,52.5081744 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240512T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240512T213000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240429T075325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095337Z UID:10000032-1715541300-1715549400@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Midlands All Stars vs Cresswell Wanderers FC DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1712833416469{background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Date: 12st May 2024\nTime: 7:15pm kick off\nLocation: Poundland Bescot Stadium\, Bescot Crescent\, Walsall\, WS1 4SA[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Ticket price: £10 for adults\, £5 under 16. Boxes available.\nContact: Michael Gough\nThis event is in support of Acorns\, this is not an Acorns led event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Get tickets now \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nWatch the Midlands All Stars take on Cresswell Wanderers FC in this exciting charity match day!\nJoin us for this thrilling match day and bring a pound to the ground in support of the Mayor of Walsall’s four chosen charities. Watch Mat Sadler\, Walsall FC manager\, and other all stars as they take on Cresswell Wanderers FC in a showdown you’ll definitely not want to miss. \nThe excitement kicks off at Poundland Bescott Stadium on 12th of May \, with gates opening at 6:00pm and the match starting at 7:15pm. It’s an event for the whole family to enjoy\, with plenty of fun and entertainment! \nBy purchasing a ticket\, you’re helping Acorns raise vital funds to help local children and families. When a child is diagnosed with a life limiting or life threatening condition\, it can be the darkest moment a family’s life. But they don’t have to face it alone. \nSupport Acorns by attending this amazing charity match day and help us continue to be there.[/vc_column_text]\n \n Get tickets now \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”6282″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” link=”http://www.eticketing.co.uk/walsallfc/events”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/midlands-vs-cresswell/ LOCATION:Pallet Track Bescot Stadium\, Bescot Crescent\, Walsall\, WS1 4SA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/featured_image_event.jpg GEO:52.5646503;-1.9918508 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pallet Track Bescot Stadium Bescot Crescent Walsall WS1 4SA United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bescot Crescent:geo:-1.9918508,52.5646503 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240505T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240505T220000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240429T094458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095419Z UID:10000033-1714917600-1714946400@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Stateside Soul Reunion DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1712833416469{background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Date: 5th May 2024\nTime: 2:00pm\nLocation: Charlemont Social Club\, Jervoise Lane\, West Bromwich\, B71 3AR \nPlease note: this event is in support of Acorns\, this is not an Acorns led event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Price: £5 at the door\nContact: Stateside\nPhone number: 07887 881 528[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nBoogie to the music at Stateside Soul Reunion Charity Gig\nGet ready for an unforgettable night of soulful tunes! With the event entirely in aid of Acorns\, come out on Sunday\, May 5th at 2:00pm for an incredible lineup of Northern Soul\, Motown\, and Oldies music. \nWith 10 DJs generously donating their time\, prepare for hours of non-stop soul classics that will keep you dancing all night long. Best of all\, everything raised on the day goes directly to your local children’s hospice. \nExpect a raffle\, awesome prizes and great music on the day. It’ll be an afternoon and evening of music\, community\, and giving back. Come join us and support Acorns![/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nDJ line up\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text] \n\nGary Belcher\nLittle Scotty\nJulie Williams\nArthur Tudor\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text] \n\nSteve Watson\nMark Morris\nSilky\nDave Lawrence\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text] \n\nHelen James\nBill Bishop\nSoul Rebel\n… and many more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6317″ img_size=”full” onclick=”img_link_large”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/stateside-soul/ LOCATION:Charlemont Social Club\, Jervoise lane\, West Bromwich\, B71 3AR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photo_featured_image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Stateside":MAILTO:stateside45@hotmail.com GEO:52.5442033;-1.9826985 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Charlemont Social Club Jervoise lane West Bromwich B71 3AR United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Jervoise lane:geo:-1.9826985,52.5442033 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240505T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240505T123000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20231227T151810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095532Z UID:10000005-1714899600-1714912200@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Great Birmingham Run Half and 10k DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1713355070257{background-color: #eedceb !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Date: 5th May 2024\nTime: 9am – 12.30pm\nLocation: New Street\, Birmingham[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Entry: FREE\nMinimum sponsorship: £150-£250\nOrganiser: Great Run[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]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_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text] \nJoin #TeamAcorns for the Midland’s biggest and best running event!\nThere’s everything you’d expect from a Great Run – notorious start line hype\, top enroute entertainment and an event village that feels more like an after-party – but the carnival atmosphere and the passion and spirit of the runners is all Birmingham! \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][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSecure your place with Acorns\nAcorns is delighted to offer a limited number of FREE race entries! Each place has a minimum fundraising target. \nIncluded in your entry fee: \n\nAn Acorns running vest\nBespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising\nA fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target\nAccess to our private #TeamAcorns WhatsApp Group. You’ll can get to know your fellow runners\, share hints and tips with each other\, and lots more!\nA unique themed medal\nChip time results\n\nBy joining #TeamAcorns\, you’ll be raising money for life limited and life threatened babies\, children\, and young people across the West Midlands. \nPlease read the full terms and conditions before signing up.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1713263911383{background-color: #d3efed !important;}” el_id=”signup-greatbhamrun”][vc_column][vc_row_inner gap=”20″][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1703681956115{border: 4px dashed #bf71a4 !important;border-radius: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text] \nRun in the 10k\nMinimum fundraising target: £150 \n[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1703681869243{border: 4px dashed #bf71a4 !important;border-radius: 15px !important;}”][vc_column_text] \nRun in the Half Marathon\nMinimum fundraising target: £250 \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] \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=”25px”][/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” 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=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sponsorship-form-2025_WEB-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2024_WEB_FINAL-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \nDownload a fundraising pack \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”ihaveaplace-greatbhamrun”][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=”2″][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text] \nI want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!\nIf you already have a place in the Barcelona Marathon 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][/vc_column][vc_column]\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n [vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/great-birmingham-run/ LOCATION:Birmingham New Street\, New Street\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Running ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Great-Birmingham-Run-1.png GEO:52.4791387;-1.898537 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Birmingham New Street New Street Birmingham United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=New Street:geo:-1.898537,52.4791387 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240427T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240427T235900 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240207T105930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095610Z UID:10000025-1714240800-1714262340@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:The Greatest Charity Show DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1712833416469{background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Date: 27th April 2024\nTime: 6pm – midnight\nLocation: The Guildhall Worcester\, High St\, Worcester WR1 2EY \nPlease note: this event is in support of Acorns\, this is not an Acorns led event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Single ticket price: £85\nTable of 10: £750\nContact: The Greatest Charity Show Committee[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Get tickets now \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_text] \nLadies and Gents this is the moment you’ve waited for…\nWelcome to The Greatest Charity Show!\nJoin an evening filled with excitement and entertainment\, supporting Acorns Children’s Hospice and St Richard’s Hospice. \nGet ready for an electrifying showcase featuring jaw-dropping circus acts\, mesmerising dance groups\, and sensational singers that will leave you on the edge of your seat. But that’s not all – the excitement doesn’t stop there! Help to raise money through the live auction\, raffle and silent bidding\, capping off the night with an epic disco afterparty! \nThis is not just any charity show; it’s THE Greatest Charity Show.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/greatest-charity-show/ LOCATION:The Guildhall Worcester\, High St\, Worcester\, WR1 2EY\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Fireworks.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Greatest Charity Show Committee":MAILTO:info@greatestcharityshow.co.uk GEO:52.1912371;-2.2205082 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Guildhall Worcester High St Worcester WR1 2EY United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=High St:geo:-2.2205082,52.1912371 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240312T124834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095653Z UID:10000027-1713657600-1713743999@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Aston Villa FC matchday DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1712833416469{background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Date: 21st April 2024\nTime: 12pm – 6pm[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Location: Villa Park\, Trinity Road\, Birmingham B6 6HE\nContact: events@acorns.org.uk[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWe are thrilled to be returning to Villa Park for an Acorns matchday!\nOn 21st April Acorns are the chosen charity for the Aston Villa FC vs A.F.C. Bournemouth match at Villa Park. Our volunteers will be there collecting on the day so make sure to bring a pound to the ground. \nCan’t make it to Villa Park\, or want to support us ahead of the match? Then you can donate below.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1708437491031{background-color: #eedceb !important;}” el_id=”donate”][vc_column][vc_row_inner theme_background=”theme-inner-row theme-stroked-frame” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1704794550212{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}” el_class=”text-center”][vc_column_inner width=”2/5″]\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n [vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710937539529{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nBe part of the Pride\nCan’t make it to the match – or forgot your pound for the ground? No problem! Be part of the Pride by placing a donation below. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710246001446{margin-top: 35px !important;}”] \n[wc_woo_donation id=”5054″] \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710246016424{margin-top: 35px !important;}”] \nSee the impact your donation can make. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-angle-double-down” color=”sandy_brown” align=”center” link=”url:%23impact”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”impact”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nHow your donation helps\nIn the past year\, Acorns has cared for 750 children and nearly 1\,000 families across our region. \nIt costs £27\,000 per day to provide our services and it is only with your support that we can be there 24 hours a day\, 7 days a week for children who need specialist nursing care. Your generous donation has the power to make an impact on someone’s life. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1704720145474{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;}” el_class=”text-center”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”1395″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£5\n£5 could allow us to provide lunch and dinner for a family member at Acorns. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4504″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£10\n£10 could fund art supplies for a session of specialist craft play and memory making. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4477″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£20\n£20 could help fund the resources our clinical Outreach teams require when providing short breaks in the family home. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”3312″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£45\n£45 could fund one hour of care for a child in a hospice. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner el_id=”volunteer”][vc_column_inner][/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_1710406453202{background-color: #ecf3da !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nVolunteer at the game\nSupport us at Acorns Aston Villa matchday as a collection volunteer. All Acorns volunteers will have the chance to watch the match\, before collecting again afterwards! \nDate: 21st April 2024\nTimes: 12:00pm – 6:00pm. Kick-off 3:00pm\nLocation: Villa Park \nEmail: volunteer@acorns.org.uk[/vc_column_text]\n \n Find out more \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5057″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/avfc-matchday/ LOCATION:Villa Park\, Trinity Road\, Birmingham\, B6 6HE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/AVFC-matchday-volunteers.png ORGANIZER;CN="Acorns Children's Hospice":MAILTO:events@acorns.org.uk GEO:52.5081744;-1.8925432 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Villa Park Trinity Road Birmingham B6 6HE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Trinity Road:geo:-1.8925432,52.5081744 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240312T134649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095737Z UID:10000028-1712966400-1713052799@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Walsall FC matchday DESCRIPTION:[vc_row gap=”15″ css=”.vc_custom_1712833416469{background-color: #ecf3da !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Date: 13th April 2024\nTime: 12pm – 6pm[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Location: Poundland Bescot Stadium\, Walsall WS1 4SA\nContact: events@acorns.org.uk[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWe’re returning to Walsall FC for an Acorns matchday takeover!\nOn 13th April Acorns is the chosen charity for the Walsall FC vs Notts County FC match at the Bescot Stadium. Our volunteers will be there collecting on the day so make sure to bring a pound to the ground. \nCan’t make it to Bescot Stadium\, or want to support us ahead of the match? Then you can donate below…[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1708437491031{background-color: #eedceb !important;}” el_id=”donate”][vc_column][vc_row_inner theme_background=”theme-inner-row theme-stroked-frame” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1704794550212{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}” el_class=”text-center”][vc_column_inner width=”2/5″]\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n [vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1711449007581{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nShow us your Saddlers pride\nShow your Saddlers pride by using the buttons below to pick the right donation amount for you. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710249068929{margin-top: 35px !important;}”] \n[wc_woo_donation id=”5087″] \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710246016424{margin-top: 35px !important;}”] \nSee the impact your donation can make. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-angle-double-down” color=”sandy_brown” align=”center” link=”url:%23impact”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”impact”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nHow your donation helps\nIn the past year\, Acorns has cared for 750 children and nearly 1\,000 families across our region. \nIt costs £27\,000 per day to provide our services and it is only with your support that we can be there 24 hours a day\, 7 days a week for children who need specialist nursing care. Your generous donation has the power to make an impact on someone’s life. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1710351037890{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;}” el_class=”text-center”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”1395″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£5\n£5 could allow us to provide lunch and dinner for a family member at Acorns. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4504″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£10\n£10 could fund art supplies for a session of specialist craft play and memory making. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4477″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£20\n£20 could help fund the resources our clinical Outreach teams require when providing short breaks in the family home. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”3312″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \n£45\n£45 could fund one hour of care for a child in a hospice. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner el_id=”volunteer”][vc_column_inner][/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_1710350997863{background-color: #ecf3da !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nVolunteer with us\nSupport us at Acorns Walsall FC matchday as a collection volunteer. All Acorns volunteers will have the chance to watch the match\, before collecting again afterwards! \nDate: 13th April 2024\nTimes: 12:00pm – 6:00pm. Kick-off 3:00pm\nLocation: Poundland Bescot Stadium \nEmail: volunteer@acorns.org.uk[/vc_column_text]\n \n Find out more \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5100″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/walsall-fc-matchday/ LOCATION:Pallet Track Bescot Stadium\, Bescot Crescent\, Walsall\, WS1 4SA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bescot-Stadium-resized.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Acorns Children's Hospice":MAILTO:events@acorns.org.uk GEO:52.5646503;-1.9918508 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pallet Track Bescot Stadium Bescot Crescent Walsall WS1 4SA United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bescot Crescent:geo:-1.9918508,52.5646503 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240331T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240331T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240313T104729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095819Z UID:10000026-1711893600-1711900800@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Cubbington Easter egg trail and raffle DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSupport Acorns this Easter Sunday!\nAfter enjoying your Easter lunch\, why not join in a fun Easter egg trail in aid of Acorns. Before you set off\, you’ll receive a trail sheet to guide you on your adventure\, and each participant will receive an Easter prize when you’re finished.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1707303246725{background-color: #ecf3da !important;}”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nHop to it!\nDate: 31st March 2024\nTime: 2pm – 4pm\nLocation: Cliff Cleaver Pavilion and Recreation Ground\, Off Stonehouse Close\, Cubbington\, Leamington Spa\, CV32 7LP \nTrail clue sheets are just £3 each\, including an Easter prize for each participant.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5123″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/cubbington-easter-trail/ LOCATION:Cliff Cleaver Pavilion and Recreation Ground\, Off Stonehouse Close\, Cubbington\, Leamington Spa\, CV32 7LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Easter-egg-hunt-2-resized.png GEO:52.312189;-1.5042187 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cliff Cleaver Pavilion and Recreation Ground Off Stonehouse Close Cubbington Leamington Spa CV32 7LP United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Off Stonehouse Close\, Cubbington:geo:-1.5042187,52.312189 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240324T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240324T113000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20231227T145301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T095903Z UID:10000004-1711270800-1711279800@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Wolverhampton 10k DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]24 March 2024 \nJoin #TeamAcorns for the Wolverhampton 10k!\nStarting and finishing at Molineux Stadium\, this race is open to all abilities and offers the perfect opportunity to run a chip timed 10k on closed roads! \nRunning in this race\, you will receive: \n\na unique themed medal\nfree official race photos\nchip times results\npost-race snacks\n\nEach kilometre will be accurately marked out with distance flags and we have plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish. Whether you’re looking to increase your fitness\, beat your personal best or push yourself to the limit for charity\, this is a fantastic opportunity for all. \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][vc_column_text] \nFree places available\nWe are offering FREE PLACES for this amazing event when supporters pledge to raise £150 sponsorship. \nPlease read the full terms and conditions before signing up.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1703686810552{background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nAre you ready to run for Acorns?\nDate: 24th March 2024\nStart time: 9:00am\nLocation: Molineux Stadium\, Waterloo road\, Wolverhampton WV1 4QR\nOrganiser: Run Through \nPlease read the full terms and conditions before signing up.\nYou must be 15 years and over to take part in this event. \nEmail: events@acorns.org.uk\nTelephone: 01564 825037[/vc_column_text]\n \n Sign up today \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2850″ img_size=”500px” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSecuring your own place\nYou can also support Acorns if you secure your own place through the event organiser’s website.[/vc_column_text]\n \n Go to Run for Charity \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”35px”][/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” 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=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sponsorship-form-2025_WEB-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \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” link=”https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Your-Guide-to-Fundraising-2024_WEB_FINAL-1.pdf”][vc_column_text] \nDownload a fundraising pack \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvent details\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/wolverhampton-10k/ LOCATION:Monlineux Stadium\, Waterloo Road\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 4QR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Running ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Wolverhampton-10k-1.png GEO:52.5902051;-2.1319683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Monlineux Stadium Waterloo Road Wolverhampton WV1 4QR United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waterloo Road:geo:-2.1319683,52.5902051 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T143000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240119T125521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T124301Z UID:10000020-1710419400-1710426600@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Acorns Business Club - Who will take Pole Position? DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1706700495779{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;background-color: #fdeed5 !important;}”][vc_column width=”4/12″ css=”.vc_custom_1704799613449{padding-top: 0px !important;}” offset=”vc_col-md-3″]\n \n Back to business & networking \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”4/12″ css=”.vc_custom_1704799656261{padding-top: 0px !important;}”]\n \n Want this on your calendar? \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”4/12″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Get tickets now \n\n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nExperience the excitement and glamour of the F1 circuit. It’s time to get in the fast lane!\nJoin us for an exhilarating racing experience designed to test your skills amongst friends and contacts old and new. \nIf you want the opportunity to network during working hours\, this is perfect for you. We like to give our business club members a variety of events with a twist. In this case\, it’s a hairpin bend into some lively afternoon networking and a chance to promote your business to other members\, regardless of who takes the chequered flag. \nOur venue of choice is the recently opened F1 Arcade in Chamberlain Square. Equipped with a range of full-motion bespoke racing simulators and a unique ambiance\, this is a truly unique networking experience we are pleased to offer our members. There will be a delicious selection of snacks to keep your energy levels up along with a free welcome drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) included. \nThe games on offer have a range of skill levels so whether you are a rookie or an elite\, you can confidently compete ‘pedal to the metal’ with the other racers on the track in either team or head-to-head racing. For those with a real competitive streak\, you are welcome to invite friends/colleagues along to see who takes the podium and those all-important bragging rights! (Non-members are subject to £12.50 entry fee). \n**Please note: ticket sales for this event are now closed. Check out our upcoming events for more opportunities to support Acorns\, or find out more about the Acorns Business Club.**[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nOn the day\n\n12.30pm – Networking\n1.00pm – Event introduction and racing\n2.00pm onwards – Networking\n\nSo what are you waiting for? Secure your FREE space today. \nPLEASE NOTE\, this event is FREE for all Acorns Business Club members only. \nFind out more about joining our Acorns Business Club for just £10 per month and enjoying the array of benefits that are included with the membership.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1703686810552{background-color: #d3efed !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nGet your tickets today\nDate: 14th March 2024\nTime: 12.30pm – 2.30pm\nLocation: F1 Arcade\, 2 Chamberlain Square\, Birmingham\, B3 3AX\nOrganiser: Acorns Children’s Hospice \nEmail: partnerships@acorns.org.uk\nTelephone: 01564 825037 \nBusiness Club Members: Free\nGeneral tickets: £12.50[/vc_column_text]\n \n Book my ticket \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”4014″ img_size=”700×500″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1707754463228{margin-top: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;}” el_id=”tickets”][vc_column][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][vc_column_text el_id=”tickets”] \nCalendar and tickets\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/business-club-f1-arcade/ LOCATION:F1 Arcade\, 2 Chamberlain Square\, Birmingham\, B3 3AX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/F1-Arcade.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Acorns Children's Hospice":MAILTO:events@acorns.org.uk GEO:52.4798262;-1.9048386 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=F1 Arcade 2 Chamberlain Square Birmingham B3 3AX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Chamberlain Square:geo:-1.9048386,52.4798262 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240211T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T144832 CREATED:20240130T120553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T084331Z UID:10000024-1707663600-1707670800@www.acorns.org.uk SUMMARY:Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra - Showtime! DESCRIPTION:[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1706626832769{background-color: #ecf3da !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/5″]\n \n Back to events \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/5″]\n \n Want this on your calendar? \n\n [vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra and Class Act Theatrix for an afternoon of your favourite songs from the shows.\nTheir Showtime! concert in aid of Acorns celebrates the best of Broadway and the West End\, with show tunes from musical theatre through the ages. Featuring music from Girl Crazy\, The Wizard of Oz\, Carousel\, The Sound of Music\, Oliver!\, Chicago\, Annie\, Sweeney Todd\, Les Misérables\, Wicked and The Greatest Showman. \nConductor Richard Laing.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row theme_background=”theme-row theme-stroked-edge” full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1706626839183{background-color: #ecf3da !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nGet your tickets!\nDate: 11th February 2024\nLocation: Walsall Arena\, Hawbush Road\, Bloxwich\, Walsall WS3 1AG \nTickets £15\n(Under 25s £6)[/vc_column_text]\n \n Get tickets \n\n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”3926″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator el_id=”add-calendar”][vc_column_text] \nAdd this event to your calendar\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.acorns.org.uk/acornsevent/bpo-showtime/ LOCATION:Walsall Arena\, Hawbush Road\, Bloxwich\, Walsall\, WS3 1AG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acorns.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/BPO-showtime.png GEO:52.6035464;-1.983794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Walsall Arena Hawbush Road Bloxwich Walsall WS3 1AG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hawbush Road:geo:-1.983794,52.6035464 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR