Interested in joining Breast Cancer Now's Night in the Wild - East Sussex? Find out the answers to frequently asked questions, sleeping out guide, location, parking and more.
Registration FAQs
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Who can take part?
Night in the Wild is open to anyone over the age of 18. The event is primarily for people who identify as women, but men can take part too if they're accompanied by a woman.
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How much is it to take part in Night in the Wild?
The entry fee to take part in Night in the Wild is £35 per person.
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What will I get for my registration fee?
- A digital event pack with event details, camping guides, sponsorship form and fundraising tips
- A welcome pack on the day
- An exclusive beanie hat to wear on the day
- A shared kit with everything you need to build your own shelter
- Outdoor experts
- Campfire experience
- Guest speaker
- Breakfast
- Toilet facilities on site
- A Night in the Wild medal
- An optional certificate showing your fundraising total
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How much sponsorship do I need to raise?
Each participant is encouraged to raise a minimum of £250 in sponsorship (in addition to the £35 entry fee).
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Why is there a £250 minimum sponsorship target?
We ask for a minimum sponsorship of £250 because we believe it reflects the scale and difficulty of the challenge. And so that we can continue to fund our vital research and support. There's no penalty for not reaching the minimum fundraising target, but we do encourage everyone to achieve this goal. We'll give you fundraising ideas and materials to help make this as easy as possible.
The £35 registration fee does not meet the entire cost of the challenge, so setting a minimum sponsorship target also makes sure that we can cover the cost of each place in the event.
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When do I have to sign up by?
Registrations close one week before the event date.
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I registered for Night in the Wild but I can no longer take part, can someone take my place?
Please call 020 7960 3584 or email nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org and we can decide what to do with your place.
Team FAQs
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Can I take part as a team?
Yes, of course! Each team member will need to register individually. You can create a JustGiving page for your team to help with that all important fundraising. Then just give your team a name so that everyone knows who you are!
Event details
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What time does the event start and end?
You’ll be invited to arrive at the event in the afternoon on Saturday 28 June. We’ll be in touch closer to the time with details of your exact arrival time. And we’re planning for everyone to leave the site by 11am on Sunday 29 June.
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What is the itinerary for the weekend?
We’ll be in touch closer to the time with details of the challenge itinerary but you can expect:
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An optional walk to help you get away from your every day and connect with nature
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The chance to build your own shelter
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An opportunity to catch up with friends and to meet new and likeminded people
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Campfires
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What will the terrain be like?
Crossing undulating farmland, fields and woodland, your walk will take in the glorious views of the High Weald. The route will be fully signed and our team will be on hand to support you as you make your way to site. We expect the walk to take up to 1 hour to complete.
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Will there be any toilet facilities?
Yes, there will be toilet facilities at the event.
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Will there be any amenities on site?
We want to make sure you get the chance to really spend a night in the wild. We’ll provide toilets and running water, but there won't be showers or any indoor amenities.
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Will you provide any food or refreshment?
Once you’ve completed your challenge, we’ll provide you with a warm drink and breakfast. There won’t be any other refreshments at the event, so please bring your own food and drink for the Saturday afternoon and evening.
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When will I receive my welcome pack?
We'll send you a digital welcome pack with everything you need. If you need anything else, please email us at nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org
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Will there be parking?
Yes, there will be parking on site, but we recommend travelling with friends and family. There will be some public transport options.
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What do I need to bring?
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Sleeping bag
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Head torch
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Cooking equipment and food
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Reusable water bottle
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Sleeping mat or pad
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Comfortable shoes to walk in
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Tell me more about building shelters!
Your shelter pack will consist of:
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A technical tarpaulin
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Poles
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Guy ropes
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Pegs
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A ground sheet
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The tools you’ll need
Our team of outdoor adventure experts will be there to support you in getting set up.
If you have questions about building a shelter or are nervous about this element of the challenge, we’re here to help – drop us a line on nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org and we’ll be happy to support you.
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Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at our Night in the Wild events.
If you have a guide dog and would like to join a Night in the Wild event, please contact us at nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org, as we want to make this event as accessible as possible for everyone.
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I use a wheelchair - is the event accessible?
We want to make the event as accessible as possible for everyone. If you would like to join a Night in the Wild event and you use a wheelchair, please contact us on nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org
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What happens if it's raining?
We’ll have our fingers crossed for dry, sunny weather, but we all know that the Great British Summer doesn’t always play ball! Our team of outdoor experts will be there to support you come rain or shine. So, if it’s a damp day, grab you goloshes and a waterproof – let's embrace the great outdoors together!
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Is there first aid?
Yes, there will be a dedicated and expert first aid team at the event.