Our Journey So Far

2004
The Big Idea

Had the idea to create a ‘Kids' Village’ In the UK, inspired by a trip to GKTWV in the USA.

2014
The Search Begins!

Began the search for suitable land. Over the years, we looked at many sites across the Midlands but hit various issues when analysing or beginning preparations.

2018
Kids' Village is Registered as a Charity

We registered Kids' Village as an official charity and began to raise awareness and raise money.

2019
First Big Ball of Courage
We kickstarted the charity and held our first Big Ball of Courage.
A Site is Found!

We found an amazing site to build The Kids' Village.

The Planning Begins

We began researching for Kids' Village: meeting with charities, creating processes and building a website for example. We also began working on the planning application for the site. We continued to raise money and awareness.

2021
Planning Application Submitted

After a lot of work, we submitted our planning application.

2022
Planning Application Approved!
Our planning application was successful at committee.
2023
Planning permission granted!

The planning permission was approved and released.

2024
Capital Appeal

We now need your help to make this happen. Be part of creating this special place and donate to Kids' Village today.

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Help us to build Kids Village by donating, fundraising or volunteering!

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