Come together during the Poppy Appeal for a short, family friendly walk to lay a poppy tribute and mark Remembrance.
This November we invite you to personalise and plant your own poppy tribute in honour of someone you may have loved and lost, and in recognition of what our Armed Forces Community have given and sacrificed for us all.
Bring friends and family together to celebrate the lives of Service men and women on a sociable 3km or 6km walk – a chance to reflect, remember and raise vital funds for a meaningful cause.
Walk together, remember together, and plant a poppy in our Field of Poppies together.
Timings
10am: Event Village open and arrival
10.55am: Collective moment of Remembrance
11am: Walk sets off
11.30am: Planting of poppy tributes
1.30pm: Event Village closes
Location
Sefton Park, Liverpool L17
We have 3km or 6km route options available.
Looking for an event closer to you? Here are all the events happening this year. If we don’t have one near you, we hope we will do in future as the event grows.
Travel Information
By public transport
There are regular buses from Lime Street to Ullet Road. You can take the 75, 80 and 80A.
The nearest train station to Sefton Park is St Michaels. It’s approximately a 20 min walk away.
By car
You can access the park via Queens Drive, Greenbank Drive, Aigburth Drive, Lark Lane and Elmswood Road.
There are a number of parking points around the park and some on street parking.
Accessibility
These events have been designed so that everyone can take part, however parts of the route will be on grass and gravel.
Please let us know in the registration form if there are additional considerations, we can make on the day to improve your experience.
Alternatively, get in contact with us at [email protected].
What’s included:
- Wooden poppy tribute
- Exclusive medal
- Raise £150 and receive a special Poppy Walk Medallion
- Fundraising support and ideas to support our Armed Forces community
Join Poppy Walk Liverpool
Be a part of a truly meaningful experience this Poppy Appeal. Walk through Sefton Park to honour our heroes by participating in a 3km or 6km journey, creating a touching poppy tribute.
What your fundraising means to the Armed Forces community
£15 could buy emergency food for one night, while the RBL prepare more long-term support
£40 could provide a ‘pay as you go’ phone to help connect veterans isolated from their community in civilian life.
£100 could fund a day of our week-long Recovery through the Arts course, helping someone rebuild confidence and motivation as they adjust to life after service.
Read more about how your fundraising is supporting the Poppy Appeal.
Volunteer with us
Prefer to volunteer? Your time directly impacts the experience of our participants on the day, provides an excellent opportunity to meet new people & supports building new skills.
We have various roles available in our event village, and along the route – join the RBL team today
Frequently asked questions
Can I take part on my own?
Yes! We welcome everyone, whether you walk on your own or in a group.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, all our routes are dog friendly so feel free to bring them with you at our Poppy Walk events.
Please make sure they are kept on their leads throughout the duration of the event and that you clean up after them.
Are there any age restrictions?
Anyone can take part in Poppy Walk, so feel free to bring friends and family of all ages.
Anyone aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
How much does it cost?
Adults’ registration is £10 and under 18s go free.
Can I register on the day?
Yes, you can register on the day event.
Please note subject to availability we may not be able to give you a Poppy Tribute on the day.
What fundraising support will I receive?
Our team are on hand to support you every step of the way.
Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive a welcome email containing all the fundraising information and advice you’ll need.