St Christopher’s Fun Walk returns for 2026, with thousands expected to take part
St Christopher’s Hospice is calling on residents to lace up their walking shoes as its much‑loved Fun Walk returns to Keston Common on Sunday 10 May, with organisers aiming to raise an ambitious £250,000 for end-of-life care across south London.
More than 3,000 people are expected to take part in the charity’s biggest fundraising event of the year, walking up to 11 miles each through Bromley’s woodlands and open countryside in support of their local hospice.
This year’s walk will see several powerful community stories take centre stage. One family will be aiming to walk with around 100 friends and relatives in memory of their son, while a team of hospice nurses and clinicians will take on the challenge together to raise funds for the patients and families they care for every day.
Along the route, walkers will pass the event’s poignant Memory Tree, where participants can dedicate a heart to someone who has died. Last year, more than 450 hearts were placed on the tree in a moving display of remembrance.
The event offers four route options: 3, 5, 7 or 11 miles, starting and finishing at Keston Common. Fairground stalls, pop‑up shops, food and drink, games, and live music will keep families entertained throughout the day, with dogs also welcome to join the walk. Participants can sign up individually or as part of a team, with each group receiving an online fundraising page to track donations and compete for the top fundraising spot.
Karen, mother of Scott, who died at the hospice, said: “We are joining thousands of others at St Christopher’s Fun Walk this year because the hospice was there for our son, Scott, when he needed them.
“St Christopher’s relies on its community to raise vital funds to deliver their expert care, and so after taking part last year with 44 of us, this year it would be our dream to have a team of 100 of Scott’s friends, family and colleagues to walk in his memory.
“Come and support your local hospice at the Fun Walk and also enjoy a fun-filled day out. There’s so much going on across the site, with games, stalls and food and drink, and it’s also a chance to share stories and memories about those people who are no longer with us.
“I know Scott would be so proud of us, as we were so proud of him.”
Head of Fundraising at St Christopher’s, Christine Davies, says: “We’re absolutely thrilled to be returning to Keston Common for our annual Fun Walk. It’s one of the highlights of our year, bringing together thousands of supporters from across south London for a day that’s full of energy, connection, and purpose.
“Whether you’re walking with friends, bringing the family, or joining us for the first time, you’ll be part of something truly special. The walk reminds us how powerful it is when our community comes together—there’s laughter, music, entertainment, and a real sense of belonging.
“Now more than ever, events like this play a vital role in helping us raise the funds needed to provide crucial end-of-life care for local people, as well as support for their families and carers. Every step taken on the day makes a meaningful difference. We’d love to see even more people join us this year—so please do sign up and walk with us.”
To sign up for St Christopher’s Fun Walk on Sunday 10 May, visit Fun Walk 2026 – St Christopher’s Hospice
Some Fun Walk fun facts:
- The event first took place in 1990 and raised £29,000!
- There are currently 203 ticket holders for this year’s Fun Walk
- Last year, the most raised by a team was £6,340!
- Last year, the most raised by an individual was £3,821!
- In 2025, we raised more than £225,000