Join us for Stride for the Settlement – a 5k or 10k sponsored walk or run around the Edgbaston Reservoir, helping to raise funds to build our new Green Barn community space at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre!
WHAT IS IT?
On Saturday 12th September 2026, join us for a sponsored run or walk around Edgbaston Reservoir! You can choose to do either a 5K (approximately 2 laps of the Reservoir) or 10K (approximately 4 laps of the Reservoir) journey, where you will be raising funds to support building our Green Barn community space.
After completing your walk or run, join us at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre for a Family Fun Day of stalls, activities, games, and more for all the family to enjoy. Refuel with a bite from the Red Shed, take part in traditional fete games, and celebrate your achievement knowing that you have supported a great cause!
THE GREEN BARN
At present, the lack of permanent covered space significantly limits activity at the Nature and Wellbeing Centre during the winter months, periods of heavy rain, and increasingly during extreme heat. The Green Barn will provide a permanent, all-weather covered activity space, enabling the site to be used safely, comfortably and consistently throughout the year.
We are also constrained by the capacity and unsuitability of our existing facilities as community demand grows. The Red Shed, which serves as the site’s community café and meeting space is increasingly overcrowded and has very limited capacity for workshops, events and larger group activities. It is frequently required to double as an activity space during poor weather, restricting its ability to function fully as a community café and social space as intended. The Green Barn will relieve this pressure, allowing the Red Shed to better fulfil its intended purpose while significantly increasing the site’s overall capacity.
Demand for using the site continues to increase from local residents, schools, community groups, charities and businesses. We regularly receive enquiries that we are currently unable to accommodate due to capacity constraints, limited all-weather provision and the absence of a suitable larger covered space. The Green Barn will enable us to respond to this demand, supporting greater community use while generating income that can be reinvested into maintaining and developing the site.
HOW DO I TAKE PART?
Register your place via our EventBrite page. Here, you can find out more about Stride for the Settlement, find FAQs, and select your place – either a 5k walk, 5k run, 10k walk, or 10k run.
Once you have signed up, you will receive a confirmation email from EventBrite. Within this email, you will find a link to set up your JustGiving page which we are using to fundraise for the event. Alternatively, you can click the button below to start fundraising, or if you would like to make a donation.
If you prefer to fundraise in person, you can pick up a paper sponsorship form from the Red Shed at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre. Or, click the link below for a copy you can print out yourself.
There is no minimum amount we expect you to fundraise for us – every penny counts and we are extremely grateful for your support! We are a charity that relies solely on donations from the public, trusts and foundations, and the sale of goods – all that we raise goes straight back into our work in the community. All funds raised from Stride for the Settlement will go towards building our Green Barn activity space, expected to be completed in 2027.
DAY OF THE EVENT
Meet at the Red Shed at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre for 1pm. We will take your emergency contact details for your safety.
We expect the Reservoir journey to begin from 2pm. Groups will start in intervals to ensure a smooth and orderly fashion.
On completing your run / walk, join us for a Family Fun Day to celebrate your achievement! You will also collect a gift as a token of our appreciation for your support of our cause.
Saturday 12th September 2026
Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Edgbaston Reservoir, 79 Selwyn Road, B16 0SL
Can children take part in the run / walk?
Yes, people of all ages are welcome to take part in Stride for the Settlement! Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult for their safety whilst taking part.
Can i change my mind on the distance?
Yes, you are welcome to change your mind on the day! For example, if you selected 5k walk and you would rather do a 10k run, you are welcome to change.
Do I have to register through EventBrite?
The EventBrite registration just helps us to get a better idea of numbers so we can plan accordingly for the event. You are welcome to show up on the day, however we suggest pre-registering to begin fundraising early on.
How do I in-person fundraise?
You can either collect a paper sponsorship form from the Red Shed Cafe at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre, or you can print our your own from the link above. Either before or after the event, collect the money donated from your sponsors, and you can drop this off at the Red Shed cafe also. If your sponsors have selectec the GiftAid option at no extra charge to them, we will take care of this with GiftAid directly.
Do I have to take part in the run / walk?
No, you are welcome just to come along for the Family Fun Day from around 2pm.
What can I expect from the Family Fun Day?
We will be doing various activities, traditional fete games, stalls, and more. We will provide a clearer outline of what’s on offer closer to the day of the event.
Is the site accessible?
The Nature & Wellbeing Centre is mostly accessible, with ramps and railings in place and flat paths and pavements to access the Reservoir. The ground however is uneven in some places, particularly on the grass. We have accessible toilets in the Red Shed and reserved disabled bays for parking. The Edgbaston Reservoir route is also widely accessible.
Will there be free parking?
Our onsite carpark is small with minimal spaces, therefore on the day of the event we will be reserving these spaces for disabled attendees and staff / stallholder drop offs. There is free road parking just outside the centre on Selwyn Road – please be mindful of our neighbours and access to their driveways when finding a space. If you require a disabled parking space on our onsite carpark, please contact natureandwellbeingcentre@bsettlement.org.uk.
How much do I have to fundraise?
There is no minimum amount required to fundraise – every penny counts and will make a difference in helping to build the Green Barn.
Will I receive something for taking part?
Yes – we are hoping to provide a medal and a small gift as a token of our thanks for your support. The Family Fun Day is also free to attend as a celebration of your achievement.
Will there be food and drink?
Yes, during the run / walk we will be providing water along the route for your safety and hydration. At the Family Fun Day, we will be providing food and drink at the Red Shed Cafe – food will be affordable with proceeds going towards our cause.
Can I take part in a group?
Yes, all community groups, Corporate Social Responsibility groups, families, businesses, etc. are welcome to take part – the more the merrier!
Can I volunteer at the event?
Yes, we are taking on volunteers to support at Stride for the Settlement. Whether you already volunteer with us or would like to start, we’d love to hear from you – we will need volunteers for refreshment points, event stewards, emergency contact stand, activity support, and cafe support. If you would like to get involved, please contact volunteer@bsettlement.org.uk
Can my organisation sponsor the event?
We would love your support in making this happen! If you would like to make a donation, either towards the building of the Green Barn or the Stride for the Settlement event, please contact amy.cubberley@bsettlement.org.uk
Can I hold a stall at the event?
The Family Fun Day aspect will be centered around fun activities and games for all ages. If you feel you have something you can offer, please contact amy.cubberley@bsettlement.org.uk
If you would like more information or require any help in getting your account set up, please contact amy.cubberley@bsettlement.org.uk.