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What are we doing?
On Saturday 20 June 2026 a group of Year 6 children at St Martin’s CofE Junior School in Epsom will be hiking 25km from Leith Hill back to Epsom! Before the event, led by a group of parents, the children will participate in 5 training walks over a 2 month period, gradually building up in distance.We hope that participating in 'Trailblazers' will be a great experience for the children; not only providing them with a unique physical challenge, but an opportunity to learn more about the essential work charities perform and to give back to their school and community.
Which charities are we supporting and what will the funds raised be used for?
This is a sponsored event in aid of two local charities, Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead and St Martin’s School PTFA. The sponsorship funds collected through Just Giving will be split equally between the charities. Payments of sponsorship monies will be made from Just Giving to the St Martin's PTFA account only. Following closure of the campaign, St Martin's PTFA will transfer 50% of the funds to Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead, minus any expenses incurred in connection with the event. The funds generated for St Martin's PTFA will be used for Year 6 'Leavers' resources and activities. In the event that we raise PTFA funds exceeding these costs, any remaining funds will be used for the benefit of the whole school.
Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead supports local families with children aged 0–11 through emotional and practical early help. They reduce isolation, strengthen mental health, and help parents build confidence and resilience, creating a stronger foundation for children entering school and beyond.Your support for this event can make a significant difference in the lives of local families, providing them with resources and opportunities to help them thrive.
Thank you to our event sponsors
We would like to say a big 'Thank You!' to the companies who have generously sponsored the T-shirts and other equipment for this event:
- Alturas Consulting Services Ltd.
- Gastrax Gas & Heating Ltd.
- MW Early Years Training & Support Services Ltd.
Your support is greatly appreciated!
How your donation is processed
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once this fundraising campaign has ended, your money will be sent directly to the St Martin's PTFA. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
You can find out further information about the fees charged by Just Giving when processing your donation here: https://www.justgiving.com/about/fees