Bounce, Slide, and Run for a Life-Changing Cause: STARS Dorset Needs You for the Bournemouth Inflatable 5k!
Bournemouth’s biggest, bounciest charity challenge makes its spectacular debut on Saturday 1st August 2026 at Littledown, and STARS Dorset is calling on the community to run, jump, bounce, swing and slide, and raise vital funds for survivors of sexual trauma across the county.
Imagine 30 giant inflatable obstacles: Towering slides, tunnels you’ll scramble through with a grin on your face. Now imagine all of that and knowing that every step you take raises money to support survivors of sexual trauma and abuse right here in Dorset. That’s the Bournemouth Inflatable 5k.
STARS Dorset (Sexual Trauma And Recovery Services) is proud to be an official charity partner of this incredible event, and we’re looking for fun-loving, big-hearted people across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and the wider county to join us on the course on Saturday, 1st August 2026.
“You don’t have to be fast. You don’t have to be fit. You just have to show up, and together, we can change lives.”
— STARS Dorset
The Event: More Fun Than You’ve Had in Years
The Bournemouth Inflatable 5k is not your average run, it’s an adults’ and children’s playground on a spectacular scale. Set across Littledown in Bournemouth, the course features 30 unique obstacles, including giant inflatables, dizzying slides, and winding tunnels, all guaranteed to have you laughing, panting, and wanting to go again.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or someone who considers a brisk walk to the fridge a workout, there’s a distance for you:
2.5k — The perfect warm-up (or the perfect excuse to avoid more bouncing!) – 15 obstacles
5k — The classic challenge – 30 obstacles
10k — For the truly adventurous – 60 obstacles
15k — For those who genuinely love themselves… or hate themselves. We won’t judge – 90 obstacles
It’s suitable for all ages, all fitness levels, and all people who believe that doing good should also feel ridiculously good.
The Cause: Every Bounce Counts
STARS Dorset provides specialist support, counselling, and advocacy to survivors of sexual trauma and abuse across the county. We are there for people at some of the hardest moments of their lives, and the work we do depends entirely on the generosity of our community.
When you run the Inflatable 5k for STARS Dorset, you’re not just burning calories, you’re helping fund the services that give survivors a voice, a path to recovery, and a reason to believe in a brighter future. That’s a pretty powerful thing to do on a Saturday morning.
How to Sign Up: It’s Easier Than the Obstacles
Register through the STARS Run for Charity page and receive an exclusive discounted entry starting at just £20 (with a £100 fundraising target for 2.5K, £150 for 5K, £200 for 10K and £250 for 15K). But be quick, only 25 of these discounted spots are available.
Register here: https://runforcharity.com/charity-landing-page/stars-dorset/inflatable-bournemouth-local-partner
For early bird, family, and group booking options, visit: UK Running Events Ltd https://www.ukrunningevents.co.uk/events/inflatable-5k/bournemouth-dorset-2026
Once you’ve registered, STARS Dorset will support you every step of the way, from setting up your personal fundraising page to cheering you across the finish line.
EVENT AT A GLANCE
📅 Date: Saturday 1st August 2026
📍 Location: Littledown, Bournemouth
🏃 Distances: 2.5k, 5k, 10k, or 15k
🎯 Obstacles: 30 unique inflatables, slides & tunnels
🎫 Entry: From £20 (limited charity spots)
💰 Fundraising Target: £100 per participant
About STARS Dorset
Sexual Trauma And Recovery Services (STARS Dorset) is a specialist charity providing free, confidential support, counselling, and advocacy to survivors of sexual trauma and abuse across Dorset. Our dedicated team walks alongside survivors on their journey to recovery, ensuring no one has to face the aftermath of sexual trauma alone.
Website: www.starsdorset.org