Lindsey Lodge Hospice

Wing Walk 2026
2025-02-18 08:00 - 2026-06-30 17:00 (Europe/London)
Take Flight for Lindsey Lodge! The Wing Walk Challenge is Back!

Do you dare to care and take on the ultimate adrenaline challenge? Join Lindsey Lodge Hospice and experience the thrill of a lifetime by standing on the wing of a plane as it soars through the sky! This is your incredible chance to tick a huge item off your bucket list while raising crucial funds for patient care in your community.

Challenge Dates & Locations
The Wickenby aerodrome in Lincolnshire has limited availability on the following dates.
Friday 26th – Sunday 28th June 2026
Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd August 2026
Please note that specific flight times will be confirmed directly with the aerodrome once your wing walk is paid for.

How to Sign Up & Fundraise
To join the challenge, first Confirm Interest by singing up via our website. After this, you will be sent a link to sign up on the Wing Walk website where you will need to pay a £75 deposit to secure your spot. We ask that you Commit to Care by raising a minimum of £1000 eight weeks before you take on the challenge. Once you reach your target via JustGiving, the aerodrome informs us, and your wing walk is officially paid for and confirmed—then you’re Ready to Fly!

What to Expect on the Day
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and fully briefed by the team before being securely strapped into the special CAA-approved harness and rig. Before you know it, you will have taken to the skies for an unforgettable wing walk experience with your pilot. You should wear a couple of layers of close-fitting, comfortable clothing and flat-soled, lace-up footwear. Earplugs and goggles are provided, and jewellery will need to be removed for the display.

Participant Guidelines
To ensure the safety of all participants, please note that Wing Walkers must be between 18 and 80 years old (a doctor’s note or self-declaration is required for participants 80+). You must be between 5 and 6 feet tall (1.52m – 1.83m) and able to climb unassisted to the top of the aircraft. Maximum weight limits vary by location: 13 stone 4lbs (85kg) for the Kent, Lincolnshire, and Somerset aerodromes. You cannot take part if you have or are suffering from a number of specified medical conditions; if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, you should consult your doctor. All wing walkers will be required to sign a disclaimer prior to taking part.
Spectators are welcome! Please mention when making your booking if you intend to bring more than 10 guests.
Don’t let this incredible opportunity fly by! Sign up today and support Lindsey Lodge Hospice!
The wing walk challenge is weather dependent.

This event is done in partnership with life changing challenges – https://www.life-changingchallenges.co.uk/challenges/adrenaline-challenges/lindsey-lodge-hospice-wingwalk-challenge.html

FREE Lindsey Lodge Skydive 2026
2025-11-13 - 2027-09-30 | Redbourne Road, Redbourne Road, Hibaldstow, DN20 9NN, United Kingdom
🪂 Take the Plunge for Lindsey Lodge! Tandem Skydive from 15,000ft

Are you ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush? Skydive from a breathtaking 15,000 feet in a tandem jump with a fully qualified parachuting instructor and raise vital funds for Lindsey Lodge!
This incredible experience comes with a FREE sign-up, and all we ask is that you commit to raising a minimum sponsorship of £350.

50 Jumps
50 Stories
One Mission
We need 50 brave individuals to take to the skies for Lindsey Lodge Hospice.
Every jumper has a story. Take the leap in memory of a loved one, or to support our care, and add your inspiration to our Wall of 50.
Raise a minimum of £500 to help us reach a £25,000 target. Every penny will fund vital improvements to our clinical spaces, creating more comfortable, supportive spaces for patients and families when they need it most.

When you join our team, your story will feature on our special Commemorative Photo Board

We will bring the photo board to the dropzone so your inspiration is the last thing you see before you gear up.
Our board will be proudly displayed at our hospice and on our digital wall at lindseylodgehospice.org.uk

Whether you are jumping in memory of someone cared for at our hospice or elsewhere, or you just want to support our essential care. Let’s fill all 50 spaces with your stories.
50 Jumps, 50 Stories, One Mission. Together we can raise £25k to truly make a difference to patients and families at Lindsey Lodge Hospice.

🗓️ Choose Your Jump Date in 2026
Join us on one of our dedicated dates and jump alongside fellow Lindsey Lodge supporters! You will receive a FREE branded T-shirt on the day of your jump.

Date
Time Slots

Sunday, August 9th
7.45am & 10:00 am

Saturday, September 19th
7.45am & 10:00 am

Saturday, October 3rd
10:00 am

Can’t make these dates? No problem! Select “Skydive Anytime” at checkout, and we’ll contact you to arrange a suitable date. While this works the same, please note we cannot guarantee a presence from our fundraising team on these alternative dates.

✅ Eligibility and Safety Information
Your safety is paramount. Please review the following criteria and confirm you meet them upon sign-up:

Maximum Weight: 95kg fully clothed. If you are between 95kg and 100kg, you may still jump but will incur an additional £15 fee due to equipment wear and tear. No one over 100kg (fully clothed) will be accepted.
Minimum Weight: 44kg.
Minimum Height: 4ft 11in. Participants under these minimums will require a harness fitting assessment, which can be done in advance or 15 minutes before your jump time.

Medical Requirements
All participants must sign a British Skydive self-declaration medical form (included in the confirmation from Skydive Hibaldstow).

If you have a medical condition and cannot agree to the self-declaration form, you must complete the 115B medical form and have it signed and stamped by your doctor. This may involve an additional cost.
Please note that medical conditions related to mobility, sight, or hearing must be communicated to the drop zone in advance for assessment.
Only fill out the medical form if you have a medical condition.

If you have any concerns or questions about your eligibility, please contact the drop zone directly for advice:

📧 Email: info@skydiving.co.uk
📞 Phone: 01652 648837
