Everyone is invited to join the Reclaim the Night Walk in Oldbury on Wednesday 25 November. The event, organised by The Safer Sandwell Partnership with Black Country Women's Aid, Sandwell Council and West Midlands Police, will also mark the start of Sandwell Stands – a campaign to mark 16 Days of Action against Gender-Based Violence.
This is the second year of the walk, which saw approximately 150 people attend in 2025. Councillor Bob Jones, Sandwell Council’s cabinet member for enforcement, stated, “Everyone is invited to this walk, which we are organising to stand up against violence, harassment and abuse against women and girls.”
He added, “This is a peaceful, family-friendly, stewarded walk and everyone who lives, works or studies in Sandwell is welcome, but please register so we can plan safely for numbers. It’s a chance for everyone to show support for survivors and those currently experiencing abuse, while celebrating the strength of our communities.”
Those wishing to book a free place on the Reclaim the Night Walk can do so by visiting www.sandwell.gov.uk/reclaimthenight.
The walk will take place on Wednesday 25 November 2026. Participants should meet at 4:30pm, with the walk commencing from 5pm. The starting point is Sandwell Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DB.
