Railway Children Sleepout

It's back for 2026 and we can't wait to see you at our #BigStationSleepout!

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EVENT DETAILS

Start date:
19/02/2026

Location:
Various UK stations

Registration Fee:
£20

THE RAILWAY CHILDREN SLEEPOUT

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children around the world? Join us for the Railway Children Sleepout at railway stations across the UK.

Event information

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Wake up to a better world for vulnerable children

Gather your friends, family or colleagues and sign up as a team to take on the challenge of sleeping out on a cold, hard railway station floor for just one night, all while raising funds and awareness for Railway Children.

Over £750,000 has been raised in the last five years from the #BigStationSleepout and we’re so proud of this incredible achievement.

In 2025, nearly 400 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!

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