Take a look at our upcoming events and challenges and let us know if you'd like to join us or take part.
Congratulations to our six London Marathon Runners who have completed their challenge. Please find their fundraising pages below if you would like to support them. Thank you.
The 2024 TCS London Marathon will take place on Sunday 21st April.
We are delighted to have six marathon runners running the iconic London route this year.
If you would like to support their fundraising, please click on their link below, pledge an amount and send them your message of support:
Adrian Ackred https://www.justgiving.com/page/adrian-ackred-1693757573550
Andrew Barnes https://2024tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/andrew-barnes
Angela James https://www.justgiving.com/page/angela-james-1696073073514
Mark Butcher https://www.justgiving.com/page/mark-renee-marek-londonmarathon2024
Renée Butcher https://www.justgiving.com/page/mark-renee-marek-londonmarathon2024
Amy Crossley https://www.justgiving.com/page/amy-crossley-1710181564564
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 bright yellow BCCS vest for the big day; the crowd will do the rest of the work for you!'
We are delighted to be hosting our annual Ascot Ladies' Luncheon on Friday 21st June 2024 at the Rayleigh Golf & Country Club, Hullbridge.
We look forward to seeing old friends - and to welcoming some new ladies - to our ever-popular luncheon once again.
As always, ladies are encouraged to dust off their best hats or fascinators and enter the spirit of a day at the races!
Tickets are £35 for a delicious two-course luncheon with tea and coffee, served in the luxurious surroundings of a private room overlooking the golf course at this exclusive club.
We are asking ladies to arrive at 12pm for a 12.30 lunch service so there will be plenty of time to enjoy lunch and take part in our fun racing sweepstake before the school-run.
If you haven't been to one of our Ladies' Lunches before, why not join us this year - we would love to have you with us!
Please help us to make this event a great success by inviting friends and family to join and make up a table with you.
Email Libby to reserve your tickets and we look forward to seeing you in June!
To pay for your tickets directly, simply transfer your ticket money using your on-line banking with the reference Ascot Ladies' Lunch plus your name:
Account Name: Brentwood Catholic Childrens Society
Account Number: 31094130
Sort Code: 40 13 22
If you would like to send a cheque for your ticket, please make it payable to 'BCCS' and send to us at 133 High Street, Billericay, CM12 9AB using the reference Ascot Ladies' Lunch.
We will confirm receipt of your payment and ask you to notify us if you have any dietary requirements.
Looking forward to seeing our lovely guests again on the day!
Join us for our very first ABBA Tribute Night featuring ABBA Chique at the Mill Hall Arts & Events Centre in Rayleigh on Friday 12th July from 7.30 to 11pm.
Bring your friends, put on your dancing shoes and get ready to sing along to all your favourite ABBA hits - it's going to be a night filled with nostalgia and lots of fun!
Tickets cost £20 plus a small booking fee and are expected to sell quickly. Click here to purchase your tickets via Eventbrite. Please keep your e-ticket to show on entry to the venue.
Event Details:
Date: Friday 12th July
Time: 7.30 to 11pm
First set: 8.30 - 9.15pm
Interval: 9.15 - 9.45pm
Second set: 9.45 - 10.30pm
Location: Mill Hall Arts & Events centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, SS6 7ED
Bar: There is a full and extensive bar available at the venue so you will be able to buy your drinks throughout the evening. Please note the bar operates a 'Challenge 25' policy - please do bring ID with you if you think you may be challenged.
Age restrictions: This is an over 18s event.
Parking:There is limited, free parking at the venue from 7pm and more parking at Webster's Way car park, also free after 7pm.
Charity Raffle: Tickets will be sold for a charity raffle during the course of the interval; the raffle will be drawn before the end of the event.
Any questions?: Please email Julie or call her on 07912 277413
Don't miss out on this incredible tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time!
We are looking for some daring individuals to fundraise for BCCS by taking part in our exhilarating Tandem Skydiving Challenge!
Feel the thrill by taking to the skies for a breathtaking experience of a lifetime. Available to book at 18 airfields across the UK with various days and times to choose from, all year round, why not take a leap of faith and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people?
A tandem skydive is the easiest and most popular of all skydives. It requires only 30 minutes of training before you jump - strapped to your instructor!
The BPA (British Parachute Association) qualified tandem instructor does all of the hard work for you, allowing you to enjoy the exhilarating feeling of flying through the clouds from over 10,000 feet at up to 120 mph! It is a truly unforgettable experience.
Registration fee: £70.00 (Payable direct to Skyline on booking)
Minimum fundraising required: £395 – £450 minimum (depending on each airfield's jump cost.)
Date: Skyline organises jumps throughout the year, simply register for your place here
Get in touch: For any questions or to find out more, please email Charlotte or call her on 07986841178
We look forward to welcoming you to our Challenge 40 Team celebrating our 40th Anniversary during 2024.
We have registered to take part in The Fun Walk again this year and are looking for willing volunteers, families or clubs and groups to take part.
The 5k Fun Walk can be done anytime, any place during September and donations can be collected to help support our work.
If you would like to join our Fun Walk team, please email Damian to let us know when and where your walk is taking place, and download our Sponsorship Form which is available here.
Send our sponsorship form to as many friends and family members as you can and encourage them to join in too. All sponsorship is gratefully received no matter how small.
For more information about the walk itself, take a look at The Fun Walk Trust page here.
We look forward to having lots of walkers during the course of the month and to sharing photos on our social media channels.
