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The Big Little Walk

May 24, 2026
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Join us for The Big Little Walk this May half term – a joyful 4km adventure for families and children 12 and under.

May 24, 2026

Check in from 10am
Start at 11am

From Seacombe to New Brighton, Wirral
From £5, with a kind ask to fundraise for Options

What is The Big Little Walk?

‘The Big Little Walk’ is a 4km walk designed especially for families and children under 12.

Starting at Seacombe and finishing at New Brighton, families will follow a fun, encouraging route filled with small moments of joy along the way, while raising funds for people with disabilities across Merseyside.

It’s not about speed or distance. It’s about completing something meaningful and feeling proud at the finish.

What to expect on the day

Expect a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where children can move at their own pace.

Along the route, you’ll find playful moments designed for little legs – from bubbles and high-fives to photo stops and surprises.

  • Walk, skip or stroll
  • Take breaks when you need
  • Celebrate every step

Ideal for families and groups

The Big Little Walk is perfect for:

  • Families with children aged 0–12
  • Schools and PTAs
  • Community groups and clubs
  • Friends walking together

Whether you’re joining as a family or a group, this is a shared experience that brings people together through kindness.

Follow our 4km Kindness Route – with simple, playful moments at every stage to keep little legs motivated and smiling.

Activities on the day for little legs

Start your Big Little Walk with a dash of face paint or make a temporary mark with a fun tattoo

Bubbles, music and playful moments to keep energy high and smiles even bigger

Strike a pose! Take part in our photo competition and capture your Big Little Walk moment

Small acts of kindness along the way – helping children build confidence, connection and pride

Fundraising for us

Every step you take helps build a better world for people with disabilities.

At Options, we support people to live full, active and independent lives but opportunities to be included, connected and confident aren’t always accessible.

The Big Little Walk helps change that.

Together, we can create more opportunities, more independence and more choice.

Where your money goes


Your fundraising helps people with disabilities live full, meaningful lives.

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Learning and skills

Supporting people to build confidence, develop skills and grow in independence.

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Inclusive activities

Creating opportunities to connect, socialise and be part of the community.

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A better world

Championing inclusion and creating lasting change.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the event?

Date: Sunday 24 May 2026
Check-in from: 10am, walk starts at 11:00am

Where does the walk start and finish?

Start: Seacombe Ferry Terminal
Finish: New Brighton (Perch Rock area)

Who can take part?

Families with children aged 0-12, plus friends, carers and groups.

Do I need to be an experienced walker?

Not at all. The route is designed to be manageable and walked at your own pace.

Can we take breaks?

Yes – absolutely. This is a relaxed, family-friendly walk.

Should you need to rest your little legs along the way, there are lots of places to take a break.

Have a specific query? Give our Fundraising Team a call to discuss further:

Call: 0151 236 0855 or 07570 911 015
Email: fundraising@optionsempowers.org.uk

Do I need to fundraise?

We encourage individuals to raise £45 and families to aim for £75, but every contribution no matter how big or little, makes a huge difference.

Is the route accessible?

The Big Little Walk was created with accessibility in mind and we aim to make the event as inclusive as possible.

Please contact us to discuss any specific needs.

Call: 0151 236 0855 or 07570 911 015
Email: fundraising@optionsempowers.org.uk

What should we bring?

Comfortable shoes, water, snacks and weather-appropriate clothing.

What happens in the event of bad weather?

We aim for the event to happen come rain or shine.

However, in the event a server-weather-alert is issued by the UK Met Office, we will provide updates via the email/phone number given at registration, our website event page and our social media channels.