Attend the big rail diversity challenge 2027
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge
WHERE COLLABORATION, INCLUSION AND TEAMWORK COME TOGETHER
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge is much more than a team-building event. It is the UK's leading Equality, Diversity and Inclusion event for the rail industry, bringing together organisations from across the sector for an unforgettable day of collaboration, networking, learning and friendly competition.
Whether you're looking to strengthen your team, demonstrate your commitment to EDI, improve employee wellbeing or simply spend a day connecting with colleagues from across the rail industry, this is an event your organisation won't want to miss.
WHY ATTEND THE BIG RAIL DIVERSITY CHALLENGE 2027
Every organisation attends for different reasons, but everyone leaves with the same feeling: stronger connections, fresh perspectives and memories that last long after the event has finished.
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge has been designed to demonstrate the power of diverse teams through a series of engaging, inclusive and enjoyable activities that encourage communication, creativity and collaboration.
It is not about finding the fastest team or the strongest individuals.
It is about bringing people together.
ORGANISATIONS ATTEND TO:
Demonstrate their commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Invest in employee wellbeing
Reward staff with an unforgettable day
Encourage cross-department collaboration
Break down workplace silos
Develop stronger communication skills
Build relationships across different teams
Raise money for charity
Meet organisations from across the rail industry
Showcase their organisation as an inclusive employer
INDIVIDUALS ATTEND BECAUSE THEY CAN:
Meet new people
Learn from other organisations
Step away from the day job
Challenge themselves
Work with colleagues they may never usually work alongside
Enjoy a fun and inclusive atmosphere
Celebrate teamwork
Create lasting memories
Winning an award is always exciting, but the biggest achievement is what teams take back into the workplace afterwards.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
Every aspect of the event has been carefully designed to encourage participation, collaboration and inclusion.
TEAM CHALLENGES
Take part in a variety of exciting physical, creative and problem-solving challenges that encourage every team member to contribute.
Each activity rewards different strengths, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to shine.
INCLUSIVE ACTIVITES
No two challenges are the same.
Some require communication.
Some require creativity.
Some require planning.
Others simply require encouragement and teamwork.
Everyone has something valuable to contribute.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Meet hundreds of professionals from across the UK rail industry.
Share experiences.
Build new relationships.
Learn from organisations that are also investing in diverse and inclusive workplaces.
AWARDS CELEBRATION
Throughout the day, teams compete for a range of awards recognising:
Teamwork
Collaboration
Communication
Creativity
Challenge winners
Overall performance
Highest score
Fundraising achievements
SUPPORTING CHARITY
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge proudly supports Women in Rail.
By taking part, your organisation is helping to support initiatives that encourage greater diversity and inclusion across the rail industry.
FOOD & REFRESHMENTS
Your team can enjoy refreshments throughout the day, giving everyone plenty of opportunity to recharge, network and enjoy the atmosphere.
SPONSORS & SUPPORTING ORGANISATIONS
The event is made possible thanks to the incredible support of sponsors, supporting organisations and media partners who share our vision of creating a more inclusive rail industry.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
One of the biggest misconceptions is that this is a sports event.
It isn't.
It is an inclusion event.
The challenges have been designed so that everyone can contribute regardless of age, fitness level or experience.
The most successful teams are rarely those with the strongest athletes.
Instead, they are the teams that communicate, collaborate and support each other.
The event is suitable for:
HR teams
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion professionals
People & Culture teams
Apprentices
Graduates
Senior leaders
Engineers
Operations teams
Project managers
Commercial teams
Office staff
Frontline colleagues
Marketing teams
Communications teams
New starters
Experienced professionals
We actively encourage organisations to build teams with people from different departments, backgrounds and levels of experience.
WHY ORGANISATIONS RETURN EVERY YEAR
Many organisations have attended year after year because they see the lasting impact the event has on their people.
The benefits continue long after the final challenge has finished.
ORGANISATIONS CONSISTENTYLY TELL US THEY VALUE:
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
A memorable day that reqardds staff and strengthens workplace culture.
TEAM BONDING
Colleagues build relationships that continue back in the workplace.
BREAKING DOWN SILOS
Bringing together people who would rarely work together during a normal working day.
CROSS-DEPARTMENT COLLABORATION
Encouraging fressh thinking through different perspectives.
LEARNING
Teams discover new strengths and hidden talents.
NETWORKING
Build relationships with professionals from across the rail sector.
STAFF WELLBEING
A postive day away from everyday pressures.
DEMONSTRATING EDI
Show employees, clients and industry partners your commitment to inclusion.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Support Women in Rail while investing in your people.
EMPLOYER BRAND
Position your organisation as an employer that genuinely values inclusion.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO CAN ENTER?
Any organisation connected to the rail industry is welcome to enter.
HOW MANY PEOPLE MAKE UP A TEAM?
DO WE NEED TO BE ATHLETIC?
WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
CAN I BOOK INDIVIDUAL TICKETS TO PARTICIPATE?
IS IT POSSIBLE TO ATTEND AS A SPECTATOR?
HOW DO I PAY TO ATTEND OR SPONSOR?
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
WHAT IS THE PROGRAMME FOR THE DAY?
DO I NEED TO SIGN A LIABILITY WAIVER TO PARTICIPATE?
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE EVENT?
WHERE DO I COLLECT MY TEAM T-SHIRT?
IS THERE A CAR PARK ON SITE?
I AM TRAVELLING BY TRAIN, IS THERE A SHUTTLE BUS FROM THE STATION TO THE SHOWGROUND?
WHAT ARE ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION PROCEDURES?
IS THERE A SECURE CLOAKROOM AVAILABLE?
ARE THERE CHANGING ROOMS AVAILABLE TO CHANGE INTO MY TEAM T-SHIRT?
WILL THERE BE ANY FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES AT THE EVENT FOR CHARITY
