1. What is the Midnight Walk?
A walking party around Colchester!
Walkers are invited to join the St Helena Hospice Midnight Walk in our 40th anniversary year. If you wish to join in the fun with the 80s theme, feel free to dress up, have fun, party and ‘Light up the Night’ in aid of St Helena Hospice.
5. How long is the walk?
Participants are offered a 4 or 7.5 mile route and are both on well lit pavements that are relatively flat around Colchester.
Both routes will pass St Helena Hospice on Barncroft Close.
9. Is there a bag drop?
Unfortunately, we don’t offer a bag drop area. You bring any belongings along with you at your own risk.
10. Are T-shirts available?
Yes, they are available at point of registration at a cost of £10. They are available for COLLECTION ONLY. Dates for collection will be shared ahead of the event or can be collected on the night.
11. How do I sign up?
Follow the sign up link on this webpage to be taken to our Enthuse platform for registration.
12. Registration fees
Early bird discount codes will be available at selected events and via some digital channels. These codes are valid until Sunday 17th July and will entitle the user to sign up for £12 per person.
Adult Ticket (18yrs+) = £15.00
Junior Ticket (11-17yrs) = £6.00
Group 6+ = 15% discount applied
Midnight Walk Hero Adult £25.00 / Junior £16.00 – no sponsorship required
Ruby Ticket = £40.00
13. Where can I source themed items for the walk?
Look no further than our registration. Theme packs are available to purchase for £5 when registering for Midnight Walk. Foam fingers are also available at £2.50. Both can be collected ahead of the event or on the night.
14. Will there be refreshments at the venue or on the route?
Yes, refreshments will be available ahead of the event within our event village, more details to follow. You will be have the opportunity to purchase some delicious refreshments from our St Helena Catering Team at our Memory Stop located at the Hospice.
16. What is taking place at the event?
We are excited to kick off the evening at 7.30pm with a DJ and live music. There will be lots of fun filled additions to the evening inclusing stalls, performers, face painting and more to keep you entertained ahead of the walk.
17. Can we bring spectators?
Of course, we welcome supporters taking part to bring family and friends to see them off on their walk for St Helena Hospice. There will be lots to do and see within our event village so come along and have some fun!