2024 Recovery Walk London

UK RECOVERY WALK FESTIVAL 2024

Saturday 14 September
Crystal Palace Park, London

Attend the Walk

Enjoy the Festival

Join thousands of people in recovery, their families and friends for the biggest gathering of recovering people in Europe as we walk through the iconic Crystal Palace Park celebrating and advocating for recovery.

Meet from 11am, with the Walk starting at noon.

For more information, please download the brochure

Click on the image above to download the brochure for more information

Do I need a ticket?

It is a free non ticketed event, no ticket needed.

Is there an age limit?

All ages are welcome.

Is the walk accessible for all abilities?

There is an option of two walking routes, one which is fully accessible and suitable for all abilities on a tarmac path. Approx 20 mins to complete. The other is the longer route of around 1.5 miles which is along varoius undulating pathways of tarmac and grass within the park. Duration of around 1 – 1.25 hours. Each route will be clearly marked.

What are the timings of the day?

Arrive at 11am. The walk will start at 12 midday. Returning to the Recovery village at 1-1.30pm. Peformances and entertainment will continue until 6pm.

Where is the Recovery Walk Festival in the park?

The RW will be across two sites. The iconic Bowl area is where we have the main stage performances, and the Recovery Village with market stalls, and food vendors . The other area is the Terraced area which is close by which will host a performance marquee, peer support marquee and childrens area.

Are dogs alllowed at the event?

Well behaved dogs are allowed as long as they are kept on leads.

Is there a childrens area?

Yes, there is a designated childrens area. There will be a bouncy castle, face painting, childrens workshops etc.

What will be going on in the Peer Support Tent?

There will be 4 open meetings of fellowships and SMART recovery.

What stalls will be there at the event?

We will have a range of service providers and grassroot organisations hostings stalls. A full list is in this brochure.

Are there any prohibited items?

Alcohol, Glass containers, Potential harmful fluids, Weapons – bladed or pointed, Laser pens, Non-prescription drugs, including the previously described ‘legal highs’, Nitrous oxide, Professional
photography or recording equipment, sound systems, Fireworks/Flares/Laser candlelights, Gas canisters, portable BBQ’s, Sparklers, Any other type of explosive, Aerosols, gas canisters or air horns, Drones, Gazebos.

Is there a programme of the event?

You are reading it.

Will there be food and water available?

There will be a food market with diverse selection of local street vendors , please note you are able to being your own food into the event. No glass though. There will be water stand pipes across the site to refill water bottles.

Will there be stewards at the event?

Yes, there will be stewards to direct people and offer support.

What if i get injured or lose someone I am attending with?

There will be a designated medical tent on site, we recommmed if you lose someone you are with on the day to meet here.

How many people will be there?

Last year the walk was held in Hull and around 3000 people attended. This year being in London we expect many more.

Celebrate Recovery Month
Each September in the UK, thousands of people in recovery celebrate their successes, and recovery itself, by organising and taking part in events throughout the country.

Get Involved, Celebrate and Wear Purple
Anyone can get involved. You can join the Walk, attend the many events around the country, speak to us, your local recovery organisation or just wear something purple to show your affinity!