The Little Welly - Henley-on-Thames
Event summary
This obstacle course and festival is a great way to get your kids active, as they run, climb and crawl their way through over 30 obstacles. They will get covered in foam and mud, and finish with big smiles on their faces. With entertainment galore this is a great day out for the whole family!
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How to enter
Tickets available until Thu Jun 09 2022
What's included:
- Finisher's medal
- Entrance to the Festival Village
- Lots of activities on offer, including pony rides, trampolines and caving
- Food and drink stalls
- Live music and entertainment
- £5 parking
Obstacle Course - Saturday
Run 3km
Obstacle Course - Sunday
Run 3km
Festival Entry - Saturday
Run 3km
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an age limit at the The Little Welly - Henley-on-Thames?
Children must be at least 4 years old to take part. The course is most suitable for children between 4-12 but older siblings are welcome to join. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied.… read moreHow long does it take to get around the course at the The Little Welly - Henley-on-Thames?
Everyone can go at their own pace, but if you're wanting to book one of the other activities, it is recommended that you allow at least an hour for your child to complete the race and clean themselves up afterwards. … read moreAre dogs allowed at the The Little Welly - Henley-on-Thames?
Unfortunately pets are not allowed at the festival, as there are nesting animals in the surrounding woods.… read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
Obstacle Course
This outdoor obstacle event and festival for children and their families has so much to offer with something for everyone. The Little Welly proudly provides the UK's biggest obstacle courses.
Expect mud, water, and over 30 obstacles across the 3k and 5k routes. Some of the most popular obstacles include the foam run, the climbing wall, the ball cage, and the giant slide. With new and exciting obstacles this year it will be more fun than ever!
The obstacle course is for children aged 4 and above, and is best suited for children between the age of 4 and 12. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult accompany them on the course, so alongside your Child Ticket you will need to buy an Adult Assist Ticket for the same start wave. Your obstacle course ticket will give you access to the Festival and everything it has to offer!
Henley Trail Run
The Henley Trail Run is also available this weekend with a 5k and a 10k on both days.
Schedule
09:30 Gates open
10:00 Activities start
16:30 Event finishes
Start Waves
Runners can choose from a selection of start waves as the fun will go on throughout the day. So you can do the obstacle course early and relax for the rest of the day, or let the excitement build up and take on the course at the end of the day! If you are accompanying your child on the obstacle course, please make sure you buy an Adult Assist ticket for the same start wave as your child.
Festival Entry
If you are buying a Child or Adult Assist ticket for the obstacle course, this will give you entry to the festival and everything the day has to offer. If you would like to come along just to enjoy the festival or to spectate you need to buy a Festival Entry ticket.
Entertainment
There will be so much at the event to entertain you and your family.
- Magicians
- Musicians
- Entertainers
- Interactive caving system
- Bungee trampolines
- Pony rides
- Leap of faith
- Human hamster balls
- Climbing walls
- Inflatable area for under 4s
Your kids will have endless fun! Please note that some of these activities will require extra payment on the day.
Age Restrictions
Children under 4 get are not able to take part in the obstacle course. It is most suitable for children between 4 and 12, any child under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Older siblings can of course take part if they wish!
Charity
Once again the event will be supporting the brilliant work done by the nurses of the Roald Dahl Marvellous Children's Charity.
All spectators must purchase a ticket to the enter the festival village, but everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the day out. There are places in the festival site to spectate some of the obstacles.
Only one parent or carer is allowed to accompany their child on the course, due to narrow sections.
The Henley Showground, Marlow Road, Henley-on-Thames RG9 3AP, UK
Get directionsBy Car
Henley is easily accessible from the M4 and the M40, both following the A404 towards Henley.
Parking
There is a £5 parking cost per vehicle
Obstacle Course - Saturday
Obstacle Course - Sunday
Festival Entry - Saturday
Festival Entry - Sunday
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.
Route description
Route description
Obstacle Course
This outdoor obstacle event and festival for children and their families has so much to offer with something for everyone. The Little Welly proudly provides the UK's biggest obstacle courses.
Expect mud, water, and over 30 obstacles across the 3k and 5k routes. Some of the most popular obstacles include the foam run, the climbing wall, the ball cage, and the giant slide. With new and exciting obstacles this year it will be more fun than ever!
The obstacle course is for children aged 4 and above, and is best suited for children between the age of 4 and 12. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult accompany them on the course, so alongside your Child Ticket you will need to buy an Adult Assist Ticket for the same start wave. Your obstacle course ticket will give you access to the Festival and everything it has to offer!
Henley Trail Run
The Henley Trail Run is also available this weekend with a 5k and a 10k on both days.
Schedule
09:30 Gates open
10:00 Activities start
16:30 Event finishes
Start Waves
Runners can choose from a selection of start waves as the fun will go on throughout the day. So you can do the obstacle course early and relax for the rest of the day, or let the excitement build up and take on the course at the end of the day! If you are accompanying your child on the obstacle course, please make sure you buy an Adult Assist ticket for the same start wave as your child.
Festival Entry
If you are buying a Child or Adult Assist ticket for the obstacle course, this will give you entry to the festival and everything the day has to offer. If you would like to come along just to enjoy the festival or to spectate you need to buy a Festival Entry ticket.
Entertainment
There will be so much at the event to entertain you and your family.
- Magicians
- Musicians
- Entertainers
- Interactive caving system
- Bungee trampolines
- Pony rides
- Leap of faith
- Human hamster balls
- Climbing walls
- Inflatable area for under 4s
Your kids will have endless fun! Please note that some of these activities will require extra payment on the day.
Age Restrictions
Children under 4 get are not able to take part in the obstacle course. It is most suitable for children between 4 and 12, any child under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Older siblings can of course take part if they wish!
Charity
Once again the event will be supporting the brilliant work done by the nurses of the Roald Dahl Marvellous Children's Charity.
All spectators must purchase a ticket to the enter the festival village, but everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the day out. There are places in the festival site to spectate some of the obstacles.
Only one parent or carer is allowed to accompany their child on the course, due to narrow sections.
The Henley Showground, Marlow Road, Henley-on-Thames RG9 3AP, UK
Get directionsBy Car
Henley is easily accessible from the M4 and the M40, both following the A404 towards Henley.
Parking
There is a £5 parking cost per vehicle
Obstacle Course - Saturday
Obstacle Course - Sunday
Festival Entry - Saturday
Festival Entry - Sunday
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.