#AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challege 2026

THE SOAPBOX CHALLENGE RETURNS!

Get ready for the thrill of the year – the #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge is back on Saturday 29th August! Join us in the town centre for Lancashire’s only Soapbox Challenge in 2026 , a high-octane, action-packed day as daring teams hurtle down the track, tackling jumps, water splashes, and a hair-raising left-hand fi nish. Our favourite Chicken Run is back this year… with a SPECIAL GUEST driver. PLUS live

interval entertainment, street food and funfair! Expect fi erce rivalries, outrageous designs, and thousands of cheering spectators. It’s fast, it’s fun, and it’s totally unmissable. Buckle up, Accrington – the countdown to chaos has begun!

2026 F I LM THEME

Fuel Up in #AmazingAccrington! Make the most of your day at the Soapbox Challenge with plenty of places to eat and drink across Accrington town centre! Grab a co ff ee and cake at one of our fantastic cafés, or enjoy a refreshing drink or a brew at our welcoming pubs and bars between the thrills of the race. Fancy something more? Take a break with a delicious sit-down meal — from mouth-watering pub grub to stylish fi ne dining, there’s something for every taste. Whether you're snacking or feasting, Accrington has you covered. Come for the action, stay for the food! # ShopLocal # EatLocal

We will be raising money for our preferred Charity

on the day!