We are celebrating 20 years of Balloons – find out more here

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May 20, 2026

Get moving for Balloons!

As part of our 20th anniversary celebrations, we are encouraging as many people as possible to fundraise for us. Balloons receives no statutory funding and relies entirely on grants and the generosity of the local community.

In our 20 for 20 challenge, we are asking supporters fundraise for us by walking, running or swimming 20km for us. This can happen in anyway that best suits you – all in one go, or by building-up a total throughout the year

However you would like to do it, we would love to know that you are supporting us, so please keep us posted on fundraising@balloonscharity.co.uk

How about starting at Killerton this June…

To start you off, we have teamed up with the wonderful people at the National Trust’s Killerton House to kick start your walk.

Why not join us on either Sunday 7th or Saturday 20th June for a National Trust Walking Volunteer lead 5km walk.

(And, don’t worry, we will be running them again in September, if you are busy in June.)

It all kicks off at 10am and there will be refreshments in the Engine House (next to the car park) after the walk at midday.

For more information about suggested walks, have a look at our walking pack.

Other ways to fundraise

If walking is not your thing, then there are a plethora of other ways you can support us – just go to our 20th Anniversary page to find out more!