festival of inclusivity

Our fully accessible festival of inclusivity offers a huge range of activities & entertainment for the whole family.

Active Lifestyle
Absolutely Together logo

Absolutely Together

Outdoor Education Company

Outdoor education company

Great British Racing

Great British Racing

Wheel Power

Wheel Power

Friendly shoes logo written in italic light blue typeface

Friendly shoes

Friendly shoes logo written in italic light blue typeface

Haddon Training

Lambourn FDA

Lambourn
rda

Lambourn FDA

Sure

Inclusive Sport 
Berkshire Banshees

Berkshire Banshees

Berkshire Brigands

Berkshire Brigands

Berks & Bucks

Berks Bucks FA

Berkshire Cricket

Berkshire Cricket

British American Football Association

British American Football Association

CH Rugby

CH Rugby

Leisure Focus

Leisure Focus

Reading FC

Reading FC

Reading Rockets

Reading rockets
basketball
club

Special Olympics GB

Special Olympics GB

Sport together Berkshire

Sport Together Berkshire

Horse Drawn Occasions

Horsedrawn
occasions

Pentathlon GB

pentathlon GB

Liverpool John Moores university

Liverpool John Moores University

England netball

English
netball

Arts & Craft 
Busy Buttons

Busy Buttons

Gilded Skin art

gilded skin art

Vijay Panchal

Vijal Panchal

Craft Coop

Craft Coop

performance

James Holt

Autistic Adult Choir

The Spitfires
(Baders Big Band)

Travis Glover

Miss Jacqui

RBWM Town Crier

Community & Lifestyle 

Basil & Crew

Berkshire Birds
of Prey

Interestingly Different

Koloko

Hidden Disabilities

aCCESSAble

together as one

Together
as one

The music club

the music
club

IAS - rbwm

IAS
RBWM

Patchwork Hub

Cookery

Cookfullness

music
Miss Jacqui Logo written in bold red type over a black strip

Miss Jacqui

Quiet Space  

RBWM Libraries

PodsPlay

Sensory zone

DR Zigs

The Sensory Projects

Storytelling
Wellbeing & Dance

Para Dance UK

Tai chi simplicity

Therapy Gyms

NHS

WheelPower

Back to Parallel Windsor

FAQs

Do I need to have a disability to enter?
Not at all. Entry to Parallel is open to all, regardless of age or ability. We actively encourage everyone to take part as we want our event to be as inclusive as possible. We hope families, friends, colleagues and community members will unite to take on a challenge together.
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What are the Parallels?
You can choose from the following challenges: 10km, 5km, 1km, 100m and Super Sensory 1km. Run it, walk it, push it or be pushed.
Is this a competitive event?
Only if you want it to be. It’s not about a single winner, but coming together to support each other over the finish line. We believe every participant should be celebrated for taking part.
What if some participants don’t feel comfortable in large crowds?
We must underline that the nature of our event means there will be lots of people and noise. However, we are aware that some participants can become anxious in large crowds. Due to this, we will provide dedicated quiet areas in the festival village for those looking to take some quiet time out. We can also create smaller start waves for participants who would prefer to set off in a smaller crowd. If you have any concerns of this nature please call us on 020 7034 4846 or send us an email.
Do I have to register for one of the Parallels to attend the festival of inclusivity?
No. The festival is free for everybody to attend and you don’t need to register beforehand.

FAQs

  • Do I have to have a disability to enter?
    Not at all. Entry to Parallel is open to all, regardless of age or ability.
    We actively encourage everyone to take part as we want our event to be as inclusive as possible.
    We hope families, friends, colleagues and community members will unite to take on a challenge together.
  • What are the Parallels?
    You can choose from the following challenges: 10km, 5km, 1km, 100m and Super Sensory 1km. Run it, walk it, push it or be pushed.
  • Is this a competitive event?
    Only if you want it to be. It’s not about a single winner, but coming together to support each other over the finish line. We believe every participant should be celebrated for taking part.
  • Are there cut-off times?
    No there are no cut-off times.
  • What age do I have to be to enter?
    All ages are welcome. Participants who have a friend of family member to accompany them around the course can be any age.
  • What if some participants don’t feel comfortable in large crowds?
    We must underline that the nature of our event means there will be lots of people and noise.

    However, we are aware that some participants can become anxious in large crowds. Due to this, we will provide dedicated quiet areas in the festival village for those looking to take some quiet time out.

    We can also create smaller start waves for participants who would prefer to set off in a smaller crowd. If you have any concerns of this nature please call us on 020 7034 4846 or send us an email.
  • Do children need to be accompanied?
    All children who are 13 years or under must take part with a paying adult. Any one adult can accompany a maximum of three children.
  • What if I need support to complete Parallel?
    Any participant is welcome to bring a buddy, friend or family member.
  • Do I need to train?
    Although it’s not a prerequisite, it is important to be in the best shape you can be to enjoy yourself to the full and minimise the risk of injury.
  • Do I have to register for one of the Parallels to attend the festival of inclusivity?
    No. The festival is free for everybody to attend and you don’t need to register beforehand.
  • What happens if I get injured?
    If you sustain an injury, you should go to your GP and/or a physiotherapist for advice.

    Hopefully, your injury will recover quickly and you will be able to get back to training.

    However, if your injury is severe and prevents you from training for a long time, you might need to consider whether you are able to participate in this event.

    If this happens, we would ask you to get in touch with us as soon as possible so that we can update our records and explain the process should you need to drop out of the Parallel.
  • What equipment is allowed?
    We welcome all sorts of mobility aids on the course.
  • Are spectators welcome?
    Absolutely.

    We encourage friends and family and anyone up for a wonderful day out to come along and encourage participants.

    What’s more, there will be a festival of inclusivity showcasing the best in accessible attractions to keep all ages entertained throughout the day.

    Keep an eye on our festival page for updates on the day’s attractions.

    Spectators will be able to line the course where there are barriers in place, but we ask that visitors stay clear of the route where there are no barriers as we want to avoid pedestrians crossing in front
    of participants.
  • My friend/family member is unable to participate
    but has a place; can I run using their entry?
    Places in Parallel are not transferable except in the case of extenuating circumstances.
    Please contact us for guidance.
  • Is there a maximum capacity for Parallel?
    No – the more the merrier. We encourage large groups of friends, family and corporates to take part.
  • How can charities get involved?
    Parallel is a unique and powerful fundraising opportunity.

    Much like other large-scale annual sporting events, charities are invited to buy charity places, which they can allocate to their community and supporters in return for fundraising an agreed amount of money for them.
  • Is it possible for a new charity to buy places for Parallel?
    If you are a UK registered charity you can buy charity places. If you are an overseas charity wishing to participate in Parallel, please contact: contact@parallellifestyle.com
  • Do all participants need to raise money for charity?
    If you have bought your own place it is not a prerequisite, but we encourage all participants to make the most of all their hard work and fundraise for a good cause.
Do I have to have a disability to enter?

Not at all. Entry to Parallel is open to all, regardless of age or ability.
We actively encourage everyone to take part as we want our event to be as inclusive as possible.
We hope families, friends, colleagues and community members will unite to take on a challenge together.

What are the Parallels?

You can choose from the following challenges: 10km, 5km, 1km, 100m and Super Sensory 1km. Run it, walk it, push it or be pushed.

Is this a competitive event?

Only if you want it to be. It’s not about a single winner, but coming together to support each other over the finish line. We believe every participant should be celebrated for taking part.

Are there cut-off times?

No there are no cut-off times.

What age do I have to be to enter?

All ages are welcome. Participants who have a friend of family member to accompany them around the course can be any age.

What if some participants don’t feel comfortable in large crowds?

We must underline that the nature of our event means there will be lots of people and noise.

However, we are aware that some participants can become anxious in large crowds. Due to this, we will provide dedicated quiet areas in the festival village for those looking to take some quiet time out.

We can also create smaller start waves for participants who would prefer to set off in a smaller crowd. If you have any concerns of this nature please call us on 020 7034 4846 or send us an email.

Do children need to be accompanied?

All children who are 13 years or under must take part with a paying adult. Any one adult can accompany a maximum of three children.

What if I need support to complete Parallel?

Any participant is welcome to bring a buddy, friend or family member.

Do I need to train?

Although it’s not a prerequisite, it is important to be in the best shape you can be to enjoy yourself to the full and minimise the risk of injury.

Do I have to register for one of the Parallels to attend the festival of inclusivity?

No. The festival is free for everybody to attend and you don’t need to register beforehand.

What happens if I get injured?

If you sustain an injury, you should go to your GP and/or a physiotherapist for advice.

Hopefully, your injury will recover quickly and you will be able to get back to training.

However, if your injury is severe and prevents you from training for a long time, you might need to consider whether you are able to participate in this event.

If this happens, we would ask you to get in touch with us as soon as possible so that we can update our records and explain the process should you need to drop out of the Parallel.

What equipment is allowed?

We welcome all sorts of mobility aids on the course.

Are spectators welcome?

Absolutely.

We encourage friends and family and anyone up for a wonderful day out to come along and encourage participants.

What’s more, there will be a festival of inclusivity showcasing the best in accessible attractions to keep all ages entertained throughout the day.

Keep an eye on our festival page for updates on the day’s attractions.

Spectators will be able to line the course where there are barriers in place, but we ask that visitors stay clear of the route where there are no barriers as we want to avoid pedestrians crossing in front
of participants.

My friend/family member is unable to participate but has a place; can I run using their entry?

Places in Parallel are not transferable except in the case of extenuating circumstances.
Please contact us for guidance.

Is there a maximum capacity for Parallel?

No – the more the merrier. We encourage large groups of friends, family and corporates to take part.

How can charities get involved?

Parallel is a unique and powerful fundraising opportunity.

Much like other large-scale annual sporting events, charities are invited to buy charity places, which they can allocate to their community and supporters in return for fundraising an agreed amount of money for them.

Is it possible for a new charity to buy places for Parallel?

If you are a UK registered charity you can buy charity places. If you are an overseas charity wishing to participate in Parallel, please contact: contact@parallellifestyle.com

Do all participants need to raise money for charity?

If you have bought your own place it is not a prerequisite, but we encourage all participants to make the most of all their hard work and fundraise for a good cause.

FOOD & DRINK

At Parallel Windsor you will find delicious food and drink, provided by local catering companies, to enjoy in our picnic area.  

FOOD & DRINK

Butterfly community cafe

copper penny box

Pizza si

Greeklicious

Friends and flavours

Heidi

performance

James Holt

Autistic Adult Choir

The Spitfires
(Baders Big Band)

Travis Glover

Miss Jacqui

RBWM Town Crier

Wood-fired pizza 

Burgers & chips

Greek

Ice cream

Coffee &
sweet treats

And It Has

Parallel Windsor has partnered with "And it Has" - a free to use menu app with an allergy and ingredient filter that will help you to choose what to order easily and safely when you are buying lunch or snacks at Parallel Windsor. Visit “And it Has” to find out more and to download the app. 

The Butterfly Community Cafe

The Butterfly Community Cafe will also be onsite serving Fairtrade coffee, tea, soft drinks, and sweet treats.

The Butterfly Community Cafe is a Berkshire based not-for-profit company, formed to teach life skills to young people with severe/specific learning disabilities, through their local coffee van service.

Going Green

Our coffee vendors will be offering a discount to anyone who brings their own coffee cup, so remember to pack your cup! 

  • Seasonal & ethically
    sourced ingredients 
  • Local catering companies
  • Reusable or compostable
    serviceware
  • Higher percentage of
    plant based menu options
  • Strong recycling systems
    & plans for surplus food