Supported by Network Rail
Night at the Station
Our flagship event is back for 2027, taking place in the heart of autumn.
EVENT DETAILS
Start date:
Autumn 2027
Location:
Various UK stations
Registration Fee:
£20
NIGHT AT THE STATION
As the evenings grow longer and temperatures begin to fall, challenge yourself to spend a night at a railway station in solidarity with vulnerable children and young people who face uncertainty and hardship every day.
Event information
Your guide to the Railway Children #NightAtTheStation.
Fundraising for Railway Children
A helpful guide for fundraising success!
Social media assets
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SPEND THE NIGHT. CHANGE A LIFE.
Gather your friends, family or colleagues and sign up as a team to spend the night at a railway station, raising funds and awareness for Railway Children.
Over £900,000 has been raised in the last six years from this flagship event and we’re so proud of this incredible achievement.
In 2026, over 200 people joined us at railway stations across the UK.
We partner with stations nationwide, so you can take part at one near you — or explore a different station each year! The locations will be announced soon, and in the meantime you can register your interest to take part in 2027.
You’ll have to be prepared for a cold, uncomfortable night but you will at least have a roof over your head, warm food and drink, and the companionship of your friends and colleagues.
This event won’t replicate the situations faced by the children we work with, but it will raise awareness of the issues and difficulties they face. We know that the more we can do that, the more we can do together to make a difference.
What to bring
- A sleeping bag and pillow
- Warm clothes (we recommend lots of light layers)
- Your mobile phone so you can share your experience on social media and help raise more awareness
What’s included
- Railway Children bobble hat
- Exclusive Night at the Station pin badges
- Sleep mask from our sponsors VolkerRail
Event timings
7:30pm – 8.00pm: Arrival and sign-in
8:30pm: Welcome from Railway Children
Need more information?
Speak to our friendly events team on 01270 917 029 or email events@railwaychildren.org.uk
