Location: Villa Park, Trinity Rd, Birmingham B6 6HE Contact:events@acorns.org.uk
Acorns are incredibly proud to be the chosen charity supported by Aston Villa FC Women!
Acorns are the chosen charity supported by Acton Villa FC women at their game against Arsenal Women on Wednesday 30th April.
Villa fans are at the heart of our community, much like Acorns specialist children’s hospices. We’re asking fans to unite with Acorns to bring hope and joy to local children facing life’s toughest challenges – for fans to be ‘part of the Pride’ that extends beyond the stands, a pride that cares, shares, and transforms lives.
Share your pride – use #PartOfThePride and #AcornsChildrensHospice to share that you’ve donated and made a difference
Together, we can make a lasting impact. Let’s show the strength of the Villa Pride and bring smiles to those who need them most.
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Be part of the Pride
Be part of the Pride by placing a donation below.
AVFC womens matchday donation
See the impact your donation can make.
How your donation helps
In the past year, Acorns has cared for 781 children and 1,045 families across our region.
As a collective, £35,000 raised could pay for an entire day of vital care at all three of our West Midlands hospices. Your generous donation has the power to make an impact on someone’s life.
£5
£5 could allow us to provide lunch and dinner for a child in one of our hospices.
£20
£20 could fund the resources our clinical Outreach team requires when providing short breaks in the family home.
£45
£45 could fund one hour of specialist palliative care for a child in a hospice.
Alfie and his family are Part of the Pride
For parents Clare and Anthony, Alfie was the perfect addition to their family, and they couldn’t wait to meet him. Yet, just four days after he was born, they noticed something wasn’t quite right.
At seven days old, little Alfie was diagnosed with aortic atresia and underwent his first open-heart surgery. His second followed at seven months old, his third at two years old, and in 2023, at just 10, Alfie bravely endured his fourth open-heart surgery.
For Clare, each hospital visit feels like a blur. But for superfan Alfie, there’s only one thing on his mind – football.
So, when Alfie had the chance to meet his football heroes at Acorns Children’s Hospice, where he and his family receive lifeline care and support, he was over the moon. “I’ve played FIFA with Digne and I even beat McGinn 5-1 this year!” Alfie says.
It’s just one of the many precious memories Acorns has helped them create.
Fun Run entry: £5
Entrants under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Trophy to first male and female (under 18) 10k entry: £14-£16 Organiser: Worcester Athletic Club
Acorns is delighted to be the Official Charity Partner for Worcester Pitchcroft Fun Run 2025!
Join us at Worcester Racecourse for this fantastic summer evening event, celebrating the 29th annual race. Set your personal best on this flat, traffic free course, with free runners photos and a finisher’s medal for every runner!
All proceeds from the Fun Run will be donated to Acorns, so come along to enjoy this one lap, off-road 2.75km course open to all abilities! And it costs just £5 to enter.
Or challenge yourself further with the Worcestershire 10k, happening on the same evening.
Run as part of #TeamAcorns to help us raise funds to support our vital care for local children and families, and you’ll receive a free running vest!
Once you have signed up, let us know so we can send you out your very own running vest!
We’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.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If you already have a place in the Worcester 10k or Fun Run 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.
Tickets are available via Tony Shortland: 07513 306100
Please note: this event is in support of Acorns, this is not an Acorns led event
Join in the ultimate sports quiz at Walsall Cricket Club!
Think you know your sports? From classic moments of the 1960s to the hottest headlines of this year, test your knowledge at a sports quiz in aid of Acorns!
What’s included?
Prizes for the winning team and runners-up.
Questions covering six decades of sporting history – it’s fun for fans of all ages!
All proceeds from the event go directly to Acorns hospice in Walsall. So, gather your team, show off your sports knowledge, and help make a difference.
Reserve your team spot now and join in an exciting evening of sports trivia. Up to 6 people per team.
Glow the distance for local children and families in 2025!
Join us to light up the night and deck yourself out with glow sticks, glitter and fairy lights and shine around Walsall Arboretum and Lake.
This is the perfect evening for the whole family – there’s no age limit and the course is pushchair and wheelchair friendly so everyone can take part!
By 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.
Sound like fun? Register your interest to be the first to hear when early bird ticket prices go on sale!
Be the first to know when registrations open
Register your interest below and we’ll let you know when registrations for Glow Walk 2025 open!
Event details
Date: 23rd November 2024 Time: 11am – 4pm Location: Acorns Children’s Hospice, 103 Oak Tree Lane, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6HZ
Experience the magic of Christmas at our Hospice Fair
Join us to kick off your Christmas celebrations at the Selly Oak hospice Christmas Fair! Come along with all the family, see Santa and his Elves and give him your Christmas wish list (with a small gift for each child), grab some delicious treats, and start your Christmas shopping. With all proceeds raised used to support the hospice, you’ll be helping local children and families too.
What’s on?
Santa’s Grotto will be ready to welcome boys and girls, with opportunities to meet the big man himself and his Elves, and to share your Christmas wish list.
Explore our range of Christmas stalls including gifts and crafts.
Discover great deals at our toy and book sale; and try your luck at our gift tombola and raffle for a chance to win prizes.
Bring the whole family for a lovely way to start your Christmas festivities and shopping.
Please note, parking is available at Selly Oak Trust School, next door to our hospice. See our FAQ section for more information below.
Volunteer with us
Support us at Selly Oak Christmas Fair as a volunteer. We’re looking for volunteers to help with a variety of stalls and activities including Santa’s elves, manning stalls and tombola, selling hot drinks and cakes, and car park attendants.
Date: 23rd November 2024 Times: 10:30am – 4pm Location: Acorns Children’s Hospice in Birmingham
Entry is free and pre-booked tickets are not required. Just turn up on the day and we shall welcome you to our event. Please note, there may be a small wait to see Santa at peak times.
What stalls/ entertainment will be present on the day?
At the time of writing, the Fair will have a toy and book sale, tombola, prize raffle, fun games, face painting, cards and crafts, and an Acorns information stand.
What refreshments are available to purchase?
Hot drinks and squash, cakes and traybakes (all allergens included).
Where is the event taking place?
Acorns Children’s Hospice, 103 Oak Tree Lane, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6HZ.
You are welcome to arrive any time from 11am when the Fair opens. Last entry will be at 3pm and the Fair will close at 4pm. No pre-booking required to see Santa.
Where do I park?
Please park next door at Selly Oak Trust School, Oak Tree Lane, B29 6HZ, just a few minutes’ walk from the hospice. Accessible parking is available at the hospice. We request all visitors to the Fair are respectful of our local residents when parking.
Event details
Thank you for your interest in our Santa Sky High Adventure event. Unfortunately, tickets have now closed for the event, but we do have a waitlist available. Please drop your details over to our events team at events@acorns.org.uk who will be in touch.
Reach new heights this festive season!
Join #TeamAcorns and button up your Santa Suit for an adrenaline-filled start to the festive season! Take on Europe’s tallest high ropes while fundraising for local children and families this Christmas.
At 65 feet tall, this is the tallest high ropes course in Europe, and rewards those brave enough to reach the top with stunning views of the surrounding area. With its free-roam structure, you and your family can create your own adventure and select which of the 36 obstacles to take on, from simple rope bridges to the challenging rolling log on the course’s top level!
We’ll combine your high ropes experience with an exhilarating zipline for the perfect start to the festive season and incredible family day out.
Overcome fears and share in the excitement together, while raising funds to support local life limited and life threatened children, and their families, this Christmas.
Registrations close 20 November 2024 so sign up now to avoid disappointment!
What’s included?
Exclusive discounted entry to the Bear Grylls High Ropes and Zipline experience (usually £40)
60 minute high ropes adventure
30 minute zipline experience
Time slot allocated by Acorns – if you are attending with family or friends, please book at the same time and contact events@acorns.org.uk to let us know you wish to be allocated the same time slot
Acorns fundraising pack
Santa Suit
Acorns certificate, medal and seasonal festive treat upon completion
Regular contact from Acorns Events team to help you prepare for the big day!
Kick start your fundraising
We’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 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.
Your ticket price covers the cost of putting on the event, so anything you raise in sponsorship will help Acorns to provide specialist care for life limited and life threatened children, and support for their families. By signing up for this event, you are agreeing to raise the minimum agreed sponsorship per person.
Is there an age limit?
The activities are suitable for guests aged 8+.
Participants aged 8 – 10 years must be accompanied on the activity by a participating parent or guardian aged 18+ on a ratio of 1 adult to 3 children. That parent or guardian must purchase a full ticket for the activity.
Participants aged 10 – 15 years will need an adult present at check-in to sign waivers, but can enjoy the adventure unaccompanied. Parents/guardians must remain on site at all times.
Are there height and weight restrictions?
Zipline
Height restriction: Minimum 130cm (4ft 3”) tall.
Weight restriction: Max weight 21.5 stone (136kg).
High Ropes
Height restriction: Minimum 122cm (4ft) tall, Maximum height 203cm (6ft 7”) tall.
Weight restriction: Max weight 20.5 stone (130tkg).
Can I take part if I’m pregnant?
This activity is not suitable for you if you are pregnant and you will not be permitted take part.
What if the weather is bad?
The High Ropes is an outdoor activity and will open in all weathers. We will only close High Ropes in extreme high winds or thunder.
What should I wear?
We recommend wearing comfortable active wear that you can move in. No skirts, dresses or crop tops are permitted. For all activities that require a guest to wear a harness, we ask that all guests must wear full length top and mid-thigh shorts – failure to do so may mean you cannot take part in the activity.
Lace up trainers are a must. No flip flops, soft material boots, heels or open toes sandals will be allowed.
Long hair must be tied back for all activities. Anyone unable to tie hair back during activities will not be permitted to participate.
You must remove all jewellery and loose items from pockets before each activity. This includes wallets, keys and phones. They can be stored away in onsite free lockers.
What time do I need to arrive?
Acorns will allocate you a time slot prior to the event. You will need to arrive at least 30 minutes before your activity timeslot.
Acorns will allocate you a time slot to take part in the event.
If you are attending with family or friends, please book at the same time and contact events@acorns.org.uk to let us know you wish to be allocated the same time slot.
Event details
Date: 20th July 2025 Time: 9am Location: Walsall Arboretum, 139 Broadway N, Walsall WS1 2QB
Ticket prices:
Adult – £16.50
Child – £12
Under 3s – £4
Family – £50
Join us for the return of our most foam-tastic event, Acorns Bubble Rush!
Bubble Rush is a fun run with a difference – it’s not a race! Bubble Rush events are not timed, so you’re not racing against anyone. No matter how you choose to take on the bubbles, the most important thing is that you finish with a smile on your face!
At Bubble Rush you start in a sea of foam and around the course you’ll encounter four bubble stations filled with masses of colourful bubbles! Plus, it’s a 2-lap course, so you go through each bubble station twice for double the incredi-bubble fun!
Everyone’s welcome at Bubble Rush – there’s no minimum or maximum age limit! Tots and teens, grown-ups and grandparents can all enjoy the pushchair and wheelchair-friendly course together.
Wave times
There are two wave times for you to choose from. We ask you to arrive one hour prior to your wave time to get checked in and warmed up before your wave starts.
11:00am wave
12:00pm wave
Get your tickets today
Grab yours before the prices go up!
***Ticket prices are frozen at last year’s prices***
Your ticket price covers the cost of putting on the event, so anything you raise in sponsorship will help Acorns to provide specialist care for life limited and life threatened children, and support for their families. By signing up for this event, you are agreeing to raise just £15 per person.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in the bubbles?
The bubble solution is a mild and very dilute soapy liquid. The colour is a synthetic dye used in food colouring. All of the materials we use have been tested and are 100% safe for human consumption and do not harm the environment.
The bubble mixture is suitable for nut allergy sufferers, is gluten-free and vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
We provide the venue that we work with the details of the materials we use so that they are 100% confident that the venue and local environment will not be harmed.
Do I need to fundraise for this event?
Your ticket price covers the cost of putting on the event, so anything you raise in sponsorship will help Acorns to provide specialist care for life limited and life threatened children, and support for their families. By signing up for this event, you are agreeing to raise just £15 per person. You can start today by creating your fundraising page. Your Bubble Rush pack will also contain lots of fundraising ideas, including our bubble-tastic coin sheet for children.
Is the course accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs?
Our course is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs so that everyone can enjoy Bubble Rush!
We advise you to bring a rain cover to protect the fabric of your chair or buggy, or you can leave your pushchair at the pushchair drop in the event village for a small donation to Acorns.
Be aware that the bubble stations will be on grass and the great British weather may cause ground conditions to be muddy or slippery.
Is Bubble Rush suitable for someone with asthma?
As with all activities involving physical effort we recommend that anyone with a pre-existing medical condition checks with their GP before signing up for Bubble Rush.
Is Bubble Rush suitable for someone with eczema?
We use a soap fluid to create the bubbles, and we are aware that this can cause skin irritation for some people. So, if you are an Eczema sufferer we would advise you to check with your doctor before signing up.
What should I wear?
Wear whatever you feel comfortable in to walk, run or toddle 5k!
Be aware that the coloured bubbles can stain clothing (and your skin!) so please don’t wear your best new trainers and smartest running gear!
You’ll get a Bubble Rush T-shirt, and will be able to buy colourful items like headbands, visors, tutus and sunglasses to complete your outfit.
Can I bring my dog to Bubble Rush?
For the safety of all our participants, dogs, including assistance dogs, are not allowed to take part in Bubble Rush. This includes dogs that can be carried.
Spectators may bring dogs but they must be on a short lead and kept a safe distance from the course, and the bubble stations in particular.
The event team will ask any spectators whose dogs are posing a risk to participants to move away, so please respect any instructions that are given.
My children want to do Bubble Rush but I don’t want to take part, is that OK?
All under 16s must be accompanied around the Bubble Rush course by a participating adult. One adult can accompany up to 3 children under 16.
More information is available in the event Terms & Conditions.
Are the bubbles safe for the environment?
The bubble mixture is a very mild soap and the colour is a food colourant. The foam created degrades very quickly and is not harmful to wildlife or vegetation.
Before we get permission to run the event, we provide the venue with a full event management plan and details of the products used to create the bubbles.
There have been more than 180 Bubble Rush events since 2015 and no venue has ever raised any issues about Bubble Rush harming the environment in any way.
I’m pregnant, can I take part in Bubble Rush?
We don’t feel it would be safe for you to take part whilst pregnant. But pushchairs are welcome, and there’s no minimum age limit at Bubble Rush – so we hope you’ll join us with your little one in the future!
What do I need to bring?
You will get damp as you go around the course so we suggest you bring a change of clothes for the journey home.
When will my T-shirt arrive?
We will be in touch prior to the event to let you know more details.
The course itself is approximately 2.5km long but participants but you’ll do this twice for double the incredi-bubble fun! If just one lap suits your group, then that is also fine.
Is there disabled parking?
There is a small amount of parking available for blue badge holders which will be managed by our car park team. Please let us know you require disabled parking by emailing events@acorns.org.uk as soon as you have booked your tickets, providing your name and vehicle registration.
What’s included?
A Bubble Rush fundraising pack to help you raise as much as possible for local children and families!
Regular contact from Acorns events team to help you prepare for the big day!
An energetic and fun warm up to get you ready for your coloured bubble run
A 5km route for double the fun! You can also choose to run the route once (2.5km) if you prefer
A Bubble Rush T-shirt (excluding under 3s)
A Bubble Rush themed medal when you cross the finish line
Entertainment throughout the day
Hot and cold food and drinks, and exclusive Bubble Rush merchandise will be available to purchase on the day.
Do you have a bag drop?
There will be no bag drop available on the day. Please ensure you keep your change of clothes, picnics or larger items in your vehicles or leave them with any spectators that are joining you. Personal items such as phones and wallets should be kept on you.
Fun Run entry: £5
Entrants under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Trophy to first male and female (under 18) 10k entry: £14-£16 Organiser: Worcester Athletic Club
Acorns is delighted to be the official charity partner for Worcester Pitchcroft Fun Run 2024!
Join us at Worcester Racecourse for this fantastic summer evening event. Set your personal best on this flat, traffic free course, with free runners photos and a finisher’s medal for every runner!
All proceeds from the Fun Run will be donated to Acorns, so come along to enjoy this one lap, off-road course open to all abilities!
Run as part of #TeamAcorns to help us raise funds to support our vital care for local children and families, and you’ll receive a free running vest!
We’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.
I want to join #TeamAcorns and I already have a place!
If 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.
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We are thrilled to be joining AVFC Women for an Acorns matchday takeover!
Come 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.
Can’t make it to Villa Park, or want to support us ahead of the match? Then you can donate below!
Be part of the Pride
Can’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.
AVFC womens matchday donation
See the impact your donation can make.
How your donation helps
In the past year, Acorns has cared for 750 children and nearly 1,000 families across our region.
It 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.
£5
£5 could allow us to provide lunch and dinner for a family member at Acorns.
£10
£10 could fund art supplies for a session of specialist craft play and memory making.
£20
£20 could help fund the resources our clinical Outreach teams require when providing short breaks in the family home.
£45
£45 could fund one hour of care for a child in a hospice.
Volunteer with us
Support 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!
Date: 18th May 2024 Times: 12:00pm – 6:00pm. Kick-off 3:00pm Location: Villa Park
Acorns is delighted to be the official charity partner for Sphinx AC!
Join 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.
Bring your children for the junior fun run and make this a fun summer’s evening for the whole family.
Already registered?
When you have confirmed your place, please let us know by completing your details below so that we can support you with your fundraising.
We’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.
