Challengers

04/06/2026

It was a hot and glorious May half term at Challengers! 🧡

Our Guildford Youth enjoyed a brilliant bowling trip, while our Farnham Youth had a fantastic time building their pizza creations. We also made the most of the sunshine with plenty of water fun to keep our youngest Challengers cool and smiling.

Joy, friendship and inclusion. These are our daily goals.

You can help us create more happy half terms like this. You can support us in so many ways — from regular donations as little as £5 a month to volunteering your time. Every bit makes a real difference.

👉 Find out how you can help: https://disability-challengers.org/support-us/

03/06/2026

For more than a decade, the generosity of the Leo Lion Foundation has helped power Challengers’ mission, enabling us to transform the lives of disabled children through the power of play while providing vital respite and support for their families.

We are grateful for your belief in our vision and for the lasting difference your support continues to make to so many lives. 🧡

03/06/2026

Volunteers’ Week is here and we’re excited to be taking part in Woking’s Volunteers’ Fair!

Come and join us this Thursday 4th June in Wolsey Walk, Woking town centre as we celebrate the incredible people who make our communities better.

We’ll be there showcasing the vital work we do at Challengers and chatting to anyone interested in making a difference. We’re always on the lookout for fantastic new volunteers to help us deliver our events and fundraising days. Every little bit helps. 🧡

If you’ve ever thought about volunteering, come and say hello and find out how you can get involved, and help us continue creating vital experiences for disabled children and young people whilst helping their families get the respite they require.

See you in Wolsey Walk this Thursday 4th June.

02/06/2026

We’re proud to support the Farnham Festival of Transport, powered by the Farnham Weyside Rotary this Sunday 7th June 2026 from 10am–1pm at Upper Hart Car Park.

Come and enjoy over 150 amazing vehicles — from stunning vintage classics to modern supercars. There will also be live music, awards, refreshments and family entertainment and will end with a fantastic parade through the town.

We are very lucky that this year's event is raising money for Challengers so please show your support by coming and enjoying this special day out with family and friends.

Free for spectators | £10 donation per vehicle displayed

Get your tickets & more info here:
www.farnhamfestivaloftransport.co.uk

01/06/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at our Community Open Day 🧡

We loved welcoming families, supporters, councillors and community partners to learn more about Challengers and the vital role inclusive play has in the lives of disabled children and young people.

👉 Read all about the day here -

There was a wonderful sense of community in the air on Saturday morning as volunteers, supporters, families and friends gathered at our Guildford centre for our Community Open Day.

01/06/2026

🧡 June Hub Events – What’s On! 🧡

We can't quite believe it, but June has arrived. Here is a reminder of the exciting activities happening at The Hub this month, including:

👉Regular Stay & Play sessions
👉Youth Stay & Play with Gaming & Lego
👉Family Fun Days

This month also features Orange Aid 2026 🧡
Saturday 20th June, 10:30am – 4:00pm

If you haven't already booked your tickets, you still have time. Simply check your emails and use the link provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

Full details for all sessions are on our Hub Events poster – we can’t wait to see you there!

31/05/2026

🗳️ Great news — we’re currently in the lead at Guildford Tesco Superstore! 🧡

A huge thank you to everyone who has already dropped their blue tokens in our box. Your support means the world to us!

As a reminder, you can still vote for Challengers until the end of July at these Tesco stores:

Guildford Superstore (next to Royal Surrey Hospital)
Guildford Railton Road Express
Milford Portsmouth Road Express
Guildford Bridge Street Express

If you shop at any of these stores, please pop your blue tokens in our box — it only takes a second and makes a big difference!

Thank you for standing with Team Orange! 🙌

30/05/2026

With all this heat, are you wishing you could spend a glorious day out on a stunning 15m Princess yacht?

Here is your chance!

At £25 per ticket, there are now fewer tickets remaining than when we launched. With only 173 tickets remaining, get in now before it's too late.

Every ticket sold helps us continue breaking down barriers and creating life-changing experiences for disabled children, young people, and their families.

⚓ The Prize:
Moored on the South Coast near Southampton, the beautiful 15m Princess 43 flybridge yacht is ready for an unforgettable day out for up to ten people. Sail the Solent, see the iconic Needles, enjoy fish & chips in Yarmouth, and have fun with paddle boards, the jet boat and inflatable wings.

Who’s ready to set sail with Challengers?

👉 Buy your raffle tickets here: https://ow.ly/eCJj50Z555z

29/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported our Give Me a Break campaign this half term. 🧡

Thank you for signing up to regular giving, for following along, and for sharing our families’ stories. Your kindness will help us provide more joyful, inclusive sessions for disabled children and much-needed respite for their parents and carers.​

​The support doesn’t have to stop here. There are so many ways you can continue to make a difference:​

👉Become a regular giver​
👉Volunteer with us​
👉Get your company involved through corporate partnerships​

Every single action, no matter how big or small, will make a difference.

To make your ripple in the water, head to: https://disability-challengers.org/support-us/

29/05/2026

Did you know 94% of families have experienced a negative reaction to their disabled or seriously ill child whilst on a family outing? (Activity Alliance, 2024)​
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For many disabled children and young people, opportunities to make friends, feel included and simply have fun can be limited. Families often tell us they feel isolated too - avoiding days out or community activities because they fear judgement, stares or exclusion.​
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But at Challengers, parents tell us they see a huge difference.​

They see their children smiling with confidence, building friendships, trying new activities and feeling accepted for exactly who they are. They tell us Challengers gives their child somewhere they truly belong - and gives them, as parents and carers, vital respite and support.​
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Every statistic represents a real child, a real family and a real need for inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive.​ Together, we can change the story from isolation to belonging.​

If you would like to learn more about what we do and how you can make a difference, head to: https://disability-challengers.org/give-me-a-break/