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Midnight Walk 2026

Midnight Walk 2026

12th

SEP

2026

Starting from Stanfords, Colchester, CO4 9HU

12th September

19:30

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Experience the fun of the circus on this nighttime walk.

Don your clown wigs, put on your oversized ties, prepare your performance and join us on this rip roaring thrilling walk in support of St Helena Hospice! This years theme is the circus so go wild with colour, silliness and thrills!

Choose between 4 and 7.5 mile routes - both include a special in memory stop at the Hospice with hot drinks available.

Registration is now open! Get an early bird discount by registering before 30th June!
 
 
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On the day

19:30 - Open for entry

From this time you'll have access to a fun Clubbercise session warm up (you won't be able to resist joining the fun) and our Event Village, a vibrant community filled with delicacies and performers soon to be announced!

21:30 - The parade begins

St Helena supporters walking the Midnight Walk, waving and having fun!
 

More information coming soon so keep an eye on this webpage for updates!

Event Sponsors

The Midnight Walk 2026 is kindly sponsored by Fenwick

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“We are absolutely delighted to support St Helena Hospice for the return of this September’s Midnight Walk, through in-store fundraising and other activities in the lead-up to the event.

St Helena provides an invaluable service to our local community, and we feel privileged to play a part in supporting this through the Midnight Walk.”

 

The Midnight Walk 2026 Event Village is kindly sponsored by MHA

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"We have been proud Corporate Members of St Helena since 2022. We greatly value the essential care and support St Helena provides to individuals and families facing challenging circumstances.

As sponsors of the Event Village at the Midnight Walk, we are honoured to support an important event that brings the community together to raise awareness and funds for these vital services.

Supporting St Helena enables us to contribute meaningfully to our local community, and we are proud to play a role in helping them continue their important work."

FAQs:

Midnight Walk 2026 FAQs

1. What is the Midnight Walk?
A walking party around Colchester!

Walkers are invited to join the St Helena Hospice Midnight Walk. If you wish to join in the fun with the ‘Circus’ theme, feel free to dress up, have fun and party in aid of St Helena Hospice.
2. What date is the event?
Saturday 12th September 2026.
3. Where does it start and finish?
Stanfords, Wyncolls Road, Colchester, CO4 9HU
4. Is there car parking available?
Yes, parking will be available opposite Stanfords in Phoenix Square. Our marshals will direct you accordingly.
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. 
6. What time can I register on the night and what time does it start?
Registration opens anytime from 7.30pm and walkers leave at 9.30pm.  We do ask that all walkers arrive in good time of the walk starting.  

Do note, we have a full event village kicking off the evening from 7.30pm including music, stalls, food and entertainers.   
7. Is there an age limit?
The event is open to all aged 10 and over.
8. Is the event open to all genders?
Yes, the event is open to all genders.
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 = £12.00 – available until Tuesday 30th June.

Adult Ticket (18yrs+) = £15.00

Junior Ticket (10-17yrs) = £6.00

Midnight Walk Hero Adult £32.00 / Junior £16.00 – no sponsorship required (same price applies for ‘on the day’ registration)
 
13. Where can I source ‘CIRCUS’ themed items for the walk?
Look no further than our registration. ‘CIRCUS’ items and glow sticks/wands are available to purchase when registering for Midnight Walk. 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.
15. Will there be toilets?
Toilets are available at the event start/finish and also on route at The Range and the Hospice.
16. What is taking place at the event?
We are excited to kick off the evening at 7.30pm with a DJ, Music and will be a fun filled addition to the evening with stalls, performers and we will embrace our ‘circus’ theme 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!
18. Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately, we advise no dogs for this event.

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