January 2026

Sign up for STEPtember here.

What is STEPtember?

1 in 125 babies are born with heart disease. Join us for STEPtember, a month-long challenge to walk 125km and raise £125 or more.

Whether you’re pacing the pavements, hitting the hills, or simply walking to work – every step you take enables local children, adults and families affected by congenital heart disease to live empowered lives.

Will you #StepUpForCHSF this September?

Askern Music Fest is partnering with Children’s Heart Surgery Fund

Children’s Heart Surgery Fund is proud to announce a partnership with Askern Music Festival. This family-friendly festival is in its 3rd year, after hosting the chart-topping Pigeon Detectives in 2017. CEO Sharon Coyle said: We’re thrilled that Askern Music Festival...

A Special Christmas Wish for a Special Family

It's coming up to the most wonderful time of year! On the 4th of November, Trinity Shopping Centre in Leeds had their Christmas launch - the Wonder Weekend.  The Wonder Weekend is a magical weekend filled with free treats, live entertainment and the fabulous switch on...

Make some noise for Global’s campaign!

We're thrilled to be part of Global's Make Some Noise campaign this year! Heart FM's Dixie and Emma (pictured above with CHSF's Corporate Fundraising Manager Ellie) visited the Leeds Heart Unit to kick off the partnership, and had a very emotional experience. They...