Star Shine Night Walk
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Star Shine Night Walk 2024. With over 400 of you setting the streets of Cambridge aglow, it was an incredibly special event.
We are excited to announce that Star Shine 2025 will be taking place on Saturday 21 June 2025.
Early-bird registrations are OPEN. Adults are £14 and children (aged 10 and over) are £7.40. Register by 30 April 2025 to get these prices!
There will be a 10- and 5-mile route available, starting at finishing at Shelford Rugby Club.
As the sun sets on the longest day of the year, it’s a special way to remember and celebrate loved ones while raising funds for hospice care.
Join us for 2025
Get your walking shoes ready and join us for this special event to set the city aglow in memory of your loved ones.
The walk is taking place on Saturday 21 June 2025 and we can’t wait to see you there!
Join hundreds of walkers who come together, alongside their friends, families and colleagues, to raise money for hospice care in Cambridgeshire.
You can choose from the more challenging 10-mile route which will take you all the way into Cambridge and back, or the slightly easier 5-miler which will be a more localised tree-lined route.
As you meander through the beautiful streets of Cambridge, you’ll know that every step you take will be helping support someone going through a tough time.
FAQ
Where and when is the walk?
The walk will be taking place on Saturday 21 June 2025, starting and ending at Shelford Rugby Club. There will be two wave start times this year, the first at 7pm and the second at 7.15pm. This is so we can slow the flow of people leaving the Rugby Club at once.
How long is the route and is there a shorter option?
The 10-mile ‘challenge’ route will take you on a stunning through Cambridge where you’ll pass some of the iconic landmarks it has to offer before you make your way back to venue.
The shorter 5 mile route will be a more localised route taking in some lovely tree lined streets along the way.
How much does it cost?
Super early-bird fees (up to and including 31 July 2024)
Adult (ages 16 years and over)- £10
Child (ages 10-15 years) – £5
Early-bird fees (1 August 2024 – 30 April 2025)
Adult (ages 16 years and over)- £14
Child (ages 10-15 years) – £7.60
Standard fees (1 May – 20 June 2025)
Adult (age 16 years and over) – £17.50
Child (ages 10-15 years) – £9.50
On the day fee
Adult (age 16 years and over) – £20
Child (ages 10-15 years) – £10
What is included in my registration fee?
As part of signing up for the walk, you will receive a technical t-shirt, a keepsake to take home with you, along with a hot drink and biscuits upon your return.
Can children take part?
Yes, absolutely! Children between 10 – 15 years of age are welcome to register alongside a paying adult.
What's the dress code?
There’s no dress code, we simply recommend wearing whatever you find comfortable to walk in. Each participant will receive their very own Star Shine t-shirt on the night and we very much encourage anything bright and wacky that will help set the City aglow!
The walk will go ahead come rain or shine, so do keep an eye on the forecast in the lead up to the event and come weather ready!
How much is being raised?
We always like to set a challenge to ourselves, so this year we have a very ambitious target of £50,000. With your help, we are sure that we can smash that goal and make a huge difference to the lives of so many cared for by the Charity!
How many people will be taking part?
We’d love to see 500 participants setting the city aglow this year, so sign up now to be one of them!
How can I volunteer on the day instead of walking?
All volunteers are enormously appreciated and help us to make the evening a success. Please get in contact with the Fundraising Team by emailing fundraising@arhc.org.uk or telephone 01223 675888 if you’d like to lend a hand.
Can I bring my dog?
You absolutely can! We welcome all well-behaved four legged friends on a lead who wish to join the walk with their owners! Dogs must remain outside at all times and please do make sure you pick up any toileting they do on route.
Do I have to fundraise?
We know it can sometimes be a bit daunting asking others for sponsorship and therefore fundraising is not compulsory, but is certainly encouraged. Any funds that you do raise will go towards helping someone going through a very tough time in their life.
What if I can't walk 10 miles?
We hope that you’ll be able to take part in either the 10 or 5-mile route, however, if you feel that those are unmanageable distances at this time and still want to be there on the night to show your support, then get in contact with fundraising@arhc.org.uk to volunteer to help out and marshal!
Is there parking at the event?
We will confirm parking information shortly. We do recommend car sharing where you can.
Is there someone to buddy with if I come on my own?
Yes, please let one of the team know on the night and we will match you with someone else.