National Siblings Day 2026
Family Sponsored Memory Event
Can you, your family and friends, walk, jog or run 5K or 10K, in support of Sibling Support, whilst commemorating your sibling who has died?
Join us on Saturday 11th April 2026, with our Sponsored Family Memory Event, across the country and in person at Salhouse Broad, Norwich, as we commemorate National Siblings Day and remember our siblings who have died, whilst raising much needed funds for Sibling Support!
Why not enhance your families day out and hire a canoe or kayak at Salhouse Broad, or even camp the night under the spectacular Norfolk skies, using our special discount code!
Registration Fee
£10 registration fee
£15 total if your group would each like a Sibling Support running vest
Fundraising Targets
5k Route - £50 group target
10k Route - £100 group target
What to Expect
Bring your family and join us for your choice of either a 5k or 10k sponsored event. The beautifully natural surroundings at Salhouse Broad, offer the perfect setting to remember siblings as a family, whilst having fun and raising money for Sibling Support. You can choose to walk, jog or run your choice of 5k or 10k, as a family. All we ask is that you register below, by the 31st March 2026, raise funds as a family, in line with the fundraising targets and arrive on the day in time for the group ‘sign in’ session.
Not only will you be spending the day in spectacular surrounds as a family, but you’ll also be raising funds for Sibling Support, allowing us to continue ensuring that every bereaved sibling is seen, heard and supported around the UK.
Ages
Anybody can join. All we ask is that parents are responsible for their children along the route and you are prepared for both routes being along routes that may be slightly bumpy and muddy.
Date
Saturday 11th April 2026.
Time
Sign in from 10.30am
Start from 11am.
Location
Salhouse Broad, Salhouse, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 6QH, United Kingdom. There is pay and display parking on site (Details, below)
Schedule of the Day
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Arrive at Salhouse Broad, sign in and take in the stunning scenary.
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We’ll start as a group and it’s completely up to you and your group, whether we walk, run or job the signposted routes. You’ll have told us when you register, whether you want to do the 5k or 10k route and so when you sign in on the day, we’ll give you your map. You’ll also see signs along the way!
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As you finish your route, you’ll receive your certificate and goody bag!
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After you’ve finished the route, you may wish to take in the spectacular surroundings. You may have pre-booked a canoe/kayak, using our special discount code, or you may have chosen to camp for the night and really benefit from the incredible Norfolk starry skies. More details on these, below.
Where to Find Us
Salhouse Broad is a campsite, lake and natural area of peace, in the Norfolk Broads, north-east of Norwich. It sits beside the village of Salhouse, off the B1140 between Wroxham and Acle.
Getting there by car
From Norwich city centre: take the A47 eastbound, leave at the A1151/B1150 junction towards Wroxham/Sprowston, then follow signs for Wroxham. From Wroxham head north on the B1140 towards Salhouse. In Salhouse village, look for the lane signed to Salhouse Broad (turn off near the village green); limited roadside parking and a small public car park near the Broad may be available.
From the east (Acle): take the B1140 west towards Salhouse; the Broad is just off this road as you approach the village.
Public transport
By train: the nearest mainline station is Norwich. From Norwich, take a bus or taxi to Salhouse.
By bus: local bus routes run between Norwich and the villages north-east (check current timetables). Alight in Salhouse village; the Broad is a short walk from the village centre.
By taxi or cycle: a taxi from Norwich takes around 20–25 minutes depending on traffic; cycling from Norwich follows country lanes and tracks north-east for roughly 6–8 miles.
On foot from Salhouse village
From the village green or the church, follow pedestrian paths or signed lanes towards the river/boardwalk area; there are footpaths leading to the Broad’s edge and picnic/walking spots.
Notes
Salhouse Broad is accessed via footpaths and small lanes; some routes may be narrow or uneven. Wear suitable footwear.
Pay and Display restrictions apply on site - more details, below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you register, take a look at our FAQ’s!
If you still have any questions, we’d love to hear from you. Drop us an email at hello@siblingsupport.co.uk
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National Siblings Day is on Friday 10th April 2026. Salhouse Broad provides an incredibly natural setting to help your family commemorate National Siblings Day, remember the sibling in the family that died and raise much needed funds for Sibling Support - allowing us to continue providing crucial grief support around the country.
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Not only is it an incredible setting, but it’s also the home of our Wellbeing Walk, narrated by our charities founder, Callum Fairhust, and Stephen Fry! Attending on the day, allows you to work your way through the wellbeing walk, as a family, and use the activities to explore your own grief and emotions.
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Registration fees are:
5k Route
£5 registration fee.
£12.50 total if each member of your group would like a Sibling Support vest.
10k Route
£10 registration fee.
£15 total if each person in your group would like a Sibling Support fundraising vest.
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No! The aim of the day is to benefit from nature, walk as a family and raise funds. You can choose to walk the route or run it - which ever you prefer!
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As part of the registration process, you’ll be asked if you would like to hire a canoe/kayak as a family. Upon receipt of your registration form, we will email you with the event discount code and the link to Salhouse Broads website, to make your booking directly with them. Their friendly team are contactable for any questions you have about camping or canoe/kayak hire.
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You can!
You can take part in this event, wherever are you across the country. Sign your family up using the same link, below. Find your local route. Raise funds as per registration information and after you’ve finished, send us your photos!
The more families across the country that take part, mean we’re working together to remember our siblings whilst raising funds!
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Use the button on the left! You’ll find information about how to pay the registration fee and raise money!
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Of course! Whether you choose to do the 5k or 10k routes, you’ll be travelling along natural areas. Our registration form asks you to confirm acceptance of the terms and conditions participating in the event.
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