Take a look at our upcoming events and challenges and let us know if you'd like to join us or take part.
The 2026 TCS London Marathon will take place on Sunday 26th April.
Do you already have a place?
If you are lucky enough to have secured a place through the race organisers’ ballot, we’d love you to join 'Team BCCS'. We only have a limited amount of guaranteed places available, so we really appreciate any sponsorship money raised by people who have already secured their own places.
For further information, please email Damian who will be happy to help.
Our previous Marathon runners are our best ambassadors - here's what they have to say about being part of the event for BCCS:
'The London Marathon was one of the best days of my life; 26.2 miles of deafening support from the crowd as you pass Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge and, at last, Buckingham Palace is something I’ll never forget.
It was an honour to do my bit for a charity like BCCS and help them continue to provide such amazing support to a large number of children in the local community.
Trust me, being part of the amazing atmosphere on the streets of London for that day makes all those training runs in the cold worthwhile.
I would strongly urge anyone even considering running the London Marathon to go for it. Just make sure you’ve got yourself some comfortable trainers and your name on your purple BCCS vest for the big day; the crowd will do the rest of the work for you!'
We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting a Summer Luncheon at a new venue on Friday 13th June.
The Lawn is an elegant, grade II listed Georgian house in a unique rural setting in Rochford and will be available to us exclusively for the afternoon.
A delicious two-course luncheon will be served in the stunning Orangery overlooking the beautiful, landscaped gardens.
This event is open to everyone and tickets are available to purchase now at £37.50 per person by clicking our link here.
Menu for the day
Main course
Roasted garlic & thyme chicken with a white wine sauce
(gluten free & can be made dairy-free)
or
Pesto & goat’s cheese risotto with pea shoots
(can be made vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free)
Dessert
Baked honeycomb cheesecake with dark chocolate sauce
or
Fresh fruit salad with sorbet
(can be made vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free)
To follow
Coffee or tea infusions & chocolate mints
If you have any specific dietary requirements, please purchase your tickets using the link above and then email these to Julie or call her on 07912 277413. Please also let us know if you are coming along in a group so that we can seat you together. We expect guests will be seated at tables of 10.
We expect that this event will sell out quickly so do purchase your tickets early.
Guests are kindly invited to arrive for 12.30pm to be greeted and seated in good time for luncheon service at 1pm.
For SAT NAV purposes, the full address of the hotel is: The Lawn, Hall Rd, Rochford SS4 1PL
Parking: There is ample parking available at the hotel. Guests with mobility issues can be dropped off at the main entrance.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Our Christmas Craft and Gift Fair will be held at The Mill Hall Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh SS6 7ED on Sunday 16th November from 10.30-4pm.
There is free parking at the venue and admission is only £1.50 for adults and free for children under 14.
There will be lots of stalls selling crafts and gifts so come along and pick up a few early Christmas presents and enjoy some refreshments while helping us to raise vital funds for our work.
If you are interested in having a stall at our event, please email Damian or contact us on 07912 308000 for further information; pitches are £35 after which all proceeds made on the day are your own.
Otherwise, stall holders can complete our booking form here and send to Damian at ddillon@bccs.org.uk
Get Crafty for BCCS!
Do you have something which we could sell on our stall? Christmas cakes, chutneys, Christmas tree or house decorations, candles, floral centrepieces or wreaths, unused gifts - any or all welcome!
Please email Damian who will arrange to have your donation collected from you.
We are very grateful to one of our long-standing supporters who has organised this for us and are looking forward to another very successful event; we hope to see you there!
We are delighted to be holding our Diocesan sponsored walks again this year during the summer months in line with our original walks' calendar, and are looking for willing volunteers to walk a route for us.
Currently we have the following walks scheduled in our diary. Should you wish to join with one of these, please email Damian ddillon@bccs.org.uk who will be delighted to hear from you.
- Chingford - 21st June
- Colchester - 21st June
- Forest Gate - 28th June
- Basildon - 12th July
- Canvey to Benfleet - September TBA
- Woodford Green - September TBA
Dates for Chelmsford and Romford are to be advised. Register your interest with us by emailing Damian.
How you can help
If you are taking part, you can download the Sponsorship Form here and begin asking for some support for your walk.
Sponsoring a walker
If you would like to sponsor a walker who is undertaking one of our routes, please use our Donate button here: https://www.bccs.org.uk/ways-donate/
Please put the name of the person you are sponsoring as the reference on your donation so we can let them know how much they have raised.
- If you prefer to send your donation by cheque payable to BCCS, please send by post to: BCCS, 133 High Street, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9AB
- Using your on-line banking, you can transfer your donation directly to our bank account using the name of your walker as the reference:
Account Name: Brentwood Catholic Childrens Society
Account Number: 31094130
Sort Code: 40 13 22
If you would like to Gift Aid your donation at no extra charge to you, please complete our fillable Gift Aid Donation Card here and return to us by emailing headoffice@bccs.org.uk or sending to us at the above address.
Thank you for helping us with our Sponsored Walk initiative; with your help we will continue to make a difference to young lives throughout Essex and East London this summer.
Come and run a chip timed 5k or 10k through the incredible grounds of London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Saturday 12th July.
The RunThrough Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 5k & 10k event is a great opportunity for a fun morning out with a unique themed medal waiting for you at the finish!
Sign up now:
Event details:
- Location: Waterden Road, London, E15 2EE
- Registration Fee: £26
- Fundraising Committment: £100
Located on the south bank of the River Thames, Battersea Park is a sprawling 200-acre green space that offers the perfect backdrop for an adrenaline-pumping bungee jump. Situated opposite Chelsea, this iconic park is not only ideal for outdoor adventures but also provides a plethora of local activities for visitors to enjoy.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Battersea Park, where expansive grounds and lush greenery create a serene and picturesque setting for your bungee jump. As you stand at the top, ready to take the leap, you'll be captivated by the awe-inspiring views of the River Thames and the iconic London skyline. Take in both the natural splendor and urban magnificence all of which add a unique and thrilling dimension to your bungee jump experience. Get ready for an exhilarating adventure that will leave you breathless.
This location would allow you to combine your bungee jump adventure with a day out in Battersea Park and its surrounding London attractions.
Sign up now:
Event details:
- Chelsea Gate Car Park, Carriage Drive North, London, SW11 4NJ
- Registration Fee: £40
- Fundraising Committment: £150
Join us on Sunday 07th September for the Run Thorpe Park series.
Run a 5k or 10k around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic Thorpe Park Resort and be first in line to enjoy everything the Resort has to offer. Following the race, you will be able to make full use of the rides within the park with Theme Park access included in your race entry!
Sign up now:
Event details:
- Location: Thorpe Park, Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN
- Registration Fee: £38 (includes access to park & rides)
- Fundraising Committment: £100
Join us on Saturday 27th September to run around the flat paths of Hyde Park, a perfect venue for personal best potential and battle to get around the course before the sun goes down.
Each kilometre is accurately marked out with distance flags and we have plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish.
Sign up now:
Event details:
- Location: Hyde Park Bandstand W2 2UH
- Registration Fee: £28
- Fundraising Committment: £100
Your Santa Run will begin at 7:00 pm the 4.5km route starting in Paternoster Square just by the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. You will then run along the North bank where there will be fantastic river views, before crossing the Thames via Southwark bridge.
The route will then take you along the Thames path past Shakespeare’s Globe and then heading towards Tate Modern, where you will cross the river once again, this time over the millenium bridge. You will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the beautifully lit St Paul's Cathedral, before finally returning to Paternoster Square, completing a truly iconic route!
No previous experience is needed for a run like this. The route is 4.5km, relatively flat and you can run, jog or walk. Santa in the City is a great way to get you into the festive spirit!
Every runner is provided with a 5-piece Santa Suit (Hat, beard, jacket, trousers & belt) that you will need to collect on the day from 8.30 am from Paternoster Square, City of London.
Sign up now:
Event details:
- Location: Paternoster Square, City of London
- Registration Fee: £34 (including Santa suit)
- Fundraising Committment: £100
Looking for a PB course, or wanting to try out a new distance – this is the race for you. Come and run a chip-timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon around the wide, flat paths of Victoria Park on Saturday 13th December.
As with all RunThrough races each mile will be accurately marked out and there will be plenty of our wonderful marshals out around the course to keep you going all the way to the finish!
Sign up now:
- 5K Registration (£26)
- 10K Registration (£30)
- Half Marathon Registration (£34)
Event details:
- Location: St Marks Gate, Victoria Park, Cadogan Terrace, London E9 5HT
- Fundraising Committment: £100
