Children in jungle safari outfits on designed jungle background.

The Big Toddle 2024

Event type Children and family, Walking

The Big Toddle 2024

Join us from the 10th–16th of June for a safari-themed stroll, tailored for our littlest explorers. Whether you're a parent, carer, childminder, or part of a playgroup, create an adventurous half-mile walk to change childhoods. 

Date:
10 June to 16 June 2024
Location:
All around the UK
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Entry fee:
It's free!
Minimum sponsorship:
There is no minimum sponsorship

Register for this event

10 June to 16 June 2024

What is The Big Toddle?

The Big Toddle is a short, sponsored walk for children under five, although all ages and abilities can take part. 

You can organise a Big Toddle as a group from a nursery, school or playgroup, or do a turtle-y amazing Home Safari with family or friends. We think around half a mile is perfect for little paws. 

Let's toddle together on this paw-some journey to create happier, healthier, safer, and more hopeful childhoods for little lions across the UK. Jump into the jungle and get started today!

    Designed image of two children dressed up as forest creatures, with imposed text on a sign reading "Barnardo's. The Big Toddle. Ready, steady, toddle!"
    The Big Toddle event has become a highlight for us. The joy on the children’s faces and the involvement from our parents during the event is truly priceless – it's a testament to the magic of giving back.

    Kelly

    Bright Little Stars Nursery

    Organising your Big Toddle

    To get toddling, first choose whether you want to sign up for a Toddle Together or Home Safari.

    Whether you choose a Toddle together or a Home Safari, when you sign up, you’ll be emailed our Big Toddle activity guides and every toddler will receive a certificate and shiny medal for taking part. 

    Our resources will have everything you need to get started, but below are some simple steps on how to organise your Big Toddle.

    • Sign up

      Pick which kind of Big Toddle you want to get involved with. Whether you walk with a group, or host from your own garden, you’ll be making a massive difference to childhoods across the UK.

    • Get fundraising

      Create your JustGiving page to help you and your Toddle Team raise as much as possible for other children and young people across the UK.

    • Host your Big Toddle 

      Host your Big Toddle, have fun dressing up in all things safari and raise funds to create safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful childhoods for little lions across the UK! 

    How will you Toddle?

    • Toddle Together

      This one's for all the nurseries, playgroups and childminders out there.

      🦁 Gather your group for a Toddle Together, indoors or out, and make a turtle-y amazing impact. 

    • Home Safari

      If you’re a parent, guardian or carer, signing up for a Home Safari is the perfect way to get your little ones involved. 

      🏡 Host your Home Safari by transforming your home or garden into a lively jungle for your little lions.  

    Every step you take and every penny you raise will help change childhoods and changes lives 

    • £10 could pay for toys and games for a child’s play therapy sessions   

    • £25 could cover school essentials or activities to promote mental and physical wellbeing   

    • £240 could help feed a family for a month and make sure their children have breakfast before they go to school 

    • £800 could provide specialist support for a family struggling to make ends meet to access longer term financial advice

    Fundraising resources

    How much does it cost to sign up?

    It's free! We want as many people as possible to take part, so we don't have a sign-up cost. 

    What support do I get form Barnardo's for organising my Big Toddle?

    We have lots of resources to help you organise your Big Toddle as well as guidance on how to host a safe event.
    The Big Toddle Team are on hand to help if your questions aren't answered. You can get in touch with us by emailing [email protected].

    How do I set up a JustGiving page?

    The easiest way to set up your JustGiving page is via our Big Toddle JustGiving campaign page which you can view here.

    How do I pay money in? 

    If you have raised funds on your JustGiving page, or if you have paid in your funds via our JustGiving page, all funds will be sent directly to us by JustGiving. 
       
    To pay via BACS, please use these details:
    Name: Big Toddle
    Account number: 60479500
    Sort Code: 20-57-30. 
     
    Or, to pay via our website, please click here to go to our donate page
       
    To pay by card over the phone, please call 0800 008 7005 and have your Barnardo’s reference number (starting ORN or SRN) handy. 
       
    Send your cheque(s), made payable to Barnardo’s to:
    Barnardo’s Big Toddle,
    Tanners Lane, Barkingside,
    Ilford,
    Essex IG6 1QG.
    Please do not send cash through the post. 
       
    You can find your reference number on Big Toddle correspondences such as letters or email.

    When do I pay money in by?

    Please send in your fundraising to us by Sunday 14th July 2024. 

    Is there a minimum amount we need to raise?

    There's no minimum amount you need to raise, all we ask is you raise as much as you can and have fun while you do it.​​

    Do I have to hold my Big Toddle during Big Toddle week? 

    The best time to take part is during The Big Toddle week (10th - 16th June 2024) so please join us then if you can, but we appreciate this might not be possible for everyone. You can host your Big Toddle at a time that suits you, so when you register make sure you tell us what date you plan to host your event as we'll do what we can to make sure you get your medals in time. 

    When do registrations close?

    Registrations for The Big Toddle 2024 officially close on the 3rd of June.  

    You will need to register by the 13th of May if you would like to receive a printed Fundraising and Activity pack.

    How can I order more medals?

    Email us at [email protected] with your name (or your organisations name if you're taking part in a Toddle Together) and let us know how many more medals you need in addition to the ones you stated on your registration form and the delivery address.  

    Please note, it can take up to a week for additional medals to be delivered, we'll try our best to get them to you as soon as possible though.  

    I've set up a JustGiving Page, do I also have to register for the event? 

    Yes please, that way we can get information about your Big Toddle and send you the correct amount of medals.  
     
    If you're a teacher wanting your class to take part or a childminder, please register as a Toddle Together. If you're a parent, grandparent or carer, please register as a Home Safari

    How do I know whether to register for a Home Safari or Toddle Together?

    If you’re a teacher, nursery, playgroup or childminder who wants to get your little ones involved please register as a Toddle Together. You can sign up for a Toddle Together here.

    If you're a parent, grandparent or carer, please register as a Home Safari. You can sign up for a Home Safari here.

    Got another question? Get in touch

    If you have any other questions about The Big Toddle you can get in touch with us by emailing The Big Toddle Team at [email protected]

    You can also get in touch with our Supporter Care Team for support by emailing [email protected] or over the phone by calling 0800 008 7005.