Wingwalk

Ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush? Take to the skies on an unforgettable Wing Walk and make a life-changing difference for seriously ill children and their families.

About this challenge

Join us at Headcorn Aerodrome and experience the thrill of wing walking on a date that suits you!*

Whether you're an adrenaline seeker or looking to take on an unforgettable new challenge, this is your chance to tick a bucket-list adventure off your list while supporting your local children's hospice.

*Please note dates available between April - October

Event key details

Dates available April to October

Headcorn, Kent aerodrome

Registration fee: £75, minimum fundraising: £1,000

All participants must be over the age of 18

This challenge is run by Life Changing Challenges.

Joining the team

Registration fee: £75

Minimum fundraising target: £1,000

Please note: your fundraising target excludes Gift Aid and matched giving.

By taking part in this challenge, you won't be doing it alone! We'll make sure you have everything you need, including:

💬 Fundraising advice and guidance from a dedicated member of the Events Team,

🪣 From posters to collection buckets, we'll provide you with the resources you need to fundraise as much as possible,

👕A Demelza t-shirt for you to wear with pride on the big day!

Important skydive information

Wing Walkers must be between 18 and 80 years old (Doctors letter/note/self declaration required on the day to confirm fitness for 80 years plus). You must be between 5 and 6ft tall (1.52-1.83m).

Maximum weight limit for Kent aerodrome is 89kg.

Participants must be able to climb unassisted to the top of the aircraft. All wingwalkers will be required to sign a disclaimer prior to taking part

FAQs

What are the Gift Aid rules that apply to this event?

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If you have paid a registration fee to Demelza to take part in a challenge or are raising a minimum sponsorship to gain entry to an event, there are some Gift Aid rules you and your donors should consider, they are detailed here.

What will I receive when signing up to this event?

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Once you're registered, a member of our Events Team will be in touch shortly after! If you need to contact us sooner please give us a call on 0300 365 3653.

What happens in bad weather?

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The wing walk challenge is weather dependent therefore it may be wise NOT to book and pay for any travel and accommodation in advance.

If the weather does not allow the wing walk to take place on your booked day, the events team will arrange with you when a next available date is.

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How it works

Register

You will be asked to enter a prefered date and location for your wing walk. A member of the team will then be in touch to help arrange and book this day in for you.

Fundraise

Your fundraising page will be created upon registration - you just need kickstart your fundraising by sharing your page with friends and family.

Take to the skies

Get ready to take to the skies for your unforgettable wing walk.

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