Dust off your capes – Superhero Walk is back!
Sunday 14th September 2025
When?
Sunday 14th September, 10am – 2pm
Where?
Thornes Park Stadium, Horbury Rd, Wakefield WF2 8TY Google Maps
Admission
Children under the age of 18 – £5
Accompanying adults and infants under the age of one enter free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult at the event.
Join our biggest family event of the year at Thornes Park Stadium. Step into the shoes of your favourite superhero in support of CHSF – lace up your trainers, put on your cape and get ready to make a difference!
There will be a route for the walk in the venue concourse, entertainment, food and family activities from doors opening at 10am until the end of the event at 2pm.
Every participating child in the walk will receive a superhero cape and medal for taking part in the event! We’ll also send a fundraising pack full of interactive fundraising ideas and activities to help you reach your target.
Fundraising & Activity Pack
When you sign up to Superhero Walk, you will receive an activity and fundraising pack. It’s got everything you need to help boost your fundraising powers as well as some extra goodies!
Will I be able to sign up on the day?
There are limited tickets availability for the event, and we can’t guarantee there will be tickets available on the day. Please buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment. You can only access the event with a valid ticket.
What time will the Superhero Walk event start?
The event doors will open at 10am and the walk will start at 12pm. We recommend arriving for gate opening to leave enough time for registration, enjoy the games, buy merchandise, and enjoy the entertainment!
The last entry for the walk will be at 11:30am and the last entry for the rest of the event is 1:00pm. There will be no re-entry to the event if you leave the site after 1:30pm.
How to get to the venue
Car
Thornes Park Stadium is situated on the A642 Wakefield to Huddersfield road, approximately 1.5 miles from the city centre. The A642 can be reached from the M1, junction 39 or 40.
Bus
The following bus routes pass near Thornes Park: 116, 126, 212, 120, 120A
Train
The closest train station to Thorne Park Stadium is Wakefield Westgate – you can then get a bus or taxi from the station to the venue
What should I wear? Do I need to buy a costume?
No, you don’t need to wear a costume to take part, every Superhero will receive a special CHSF Cape! You can wear this if you want, but of course we will welcome any fancy dress if you have a favourite hero!
We also recommend checking the weather in case waterproofs/layers are needed or suncream and checking the weather forecast on the day!
Are dogs allowed to take part?
No, only assistance dogs/animals are allowed on site. Owners are responsible for the behaviour and control of their animals and for cleaning up any waste during the event.
Can children walk the Superhero Walk on their own?
No, children must always be accompanied by an adult.
What type of walk/route is it?
The route is a 1km circular route around the running track at Thornes Park Stadium. There will be SUPER marshals to cheer you on!
Is the Superhero route suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs?
The route is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. If you need assistance on the day with a wheelchair, please speak to a member of our team on arrival. Remember to include any specific access needs in your registration form.
Are there baby changing facilities available?
Yes, a baby changing area will be available at the event and will be dry and indoors.
Will there be loud music, noise, or flashing lights?
Yes, there will be music at the event. We will endeavour to keep the noise levels to a responsible level but recommend ear defenders for babies or children who would prefer a quieter experience.
What safety measures are in place at the event?
There is no public access to the event, entry is ticket-only. No adults without children will be admitted, and no children without adults will be allowed on or off site. There will be bag checks on entry, and a dedicated security team on site. St. John’s Ambulance will provide medical cover.
Wristbands will be provided on entry to every attendee – we recommend visiting our help desk area and writing your phone number on your child’s wristband, and taking a photo of your child as you arrive, should you be separated.
If you do become separated from your child at the event, alert a staff member immediately. If you have questions before, please contact the events team or speak to a staff member on arrival.
Can I run at the Superhero Walk?
No, the event is designed to be a walking event.
Can I stop if I feel like I cannot complete the walk?
Yes, if you feel like you are unable to continue walking or sustain an injury then please inform one of our marshals who will escort you to the finish line, or to an exit.
Is there first aid at the Superhero Walk?
Yes, first aid cover is being provided by St John’s Ambulance.
Will there be toilets at this event?
Yes, toilets will be available.
What happens if the event is cancelled?
We are confident that the walk will take place and we will use whatever measures/precautions are necessary to make sure the walk can go ahead in poor weather. If we did have to cancel the event for any reason, we would be in touch as quickly as possible by e-mail, with more details. We would also post all information on our social media sites and on our website.
Why do I have to raise sponsorship?
Your entry fee covers the costs of running the event safely, but it’s your sponsorship money that really makes a difference. We are asking you to aim to raise £50 per participating child, to ensure that CHSF is here for the future and can continue to provide support for our heart unit, patients and their families when they need it most. If you need any help or inspiration raising sponsorship, check out your fundraising pack for some ideas or get in touch.
Will there be food and drink at the event?
Yes! There will be vendors on the day to purchase food and refreshments – you are also very welcome to bring your own food with you.
Do I bring my sponsor money on the day?
We encourage everyone to use their online fundraising page to collect sponsorship, as this is the easiest way to raise money and ensure your money gets to us with no hassle.
If you have cash and want to bring it on the day, please come to our help desk. We are so thankful to everyone that fundraises for us!
Will there be car parking?
Yes we will have free parking for everyone attending the event.
Please car share where you can to ensure there is enough room for everyone.
Got other questions? Contact us!
For more information, please contact
events@chsf.org.uk
Sign up for Superhero Walk
By signing up to this event you agree to CHSF’s Event Terms & Conditions.