ChildrensBurnsTrust

We are issuing an urgent appeal to parents and carers following a worrying 55% increase in hot water bottle burns to children. Burns and scalds to children in the first eight months of 2024 increased by 55% compared with the same period in 2023. cbtrust.org.uk/news-stories/c…

After his daughter Bella experienced a serious burn injury, Thomas, one of our ambassadors, is walking 45 miles across Dartmoor to raise funds and awareness. We are proud to see him giving back. Support him here: justgiving.com/page/dadswalkt… #childrensburnstrust #fundraising

94 children were admitted to Specialist Burns Services across the UK with severe burns caused by hair straighteners between Jan–Mar 2026. These are serious injuries requiring specialist burns care, not minor burns treated in A&E. cbtrust.org.uk/get-informed/c… #BeBurnsAware

Sunburn is still a burn ☀️ In 2025, 252 children were admitted to Burns Services with sunburn. Simple steps like shade, SPF 50+, and covering up can help prevent it. Learn more: cbtrust.org.uk/get-informed/c… #childrensburnstrust #burnprevention #sunsafety #sunawarenessweek

☀️ In 2025, 252 children experienced sun related burn injuries. These are the most serious cases and do not include A&E data. Sunburn is a burn. Prevention matters. Learn more: cbtrust.org.uk/get-informed/c… #childrensburnstrust #burnprevention #sunsafety #sunawarenessweek

We are incredibly grateful to Nigel, who is taking on the Norn Iron Ultra 100, a 108 mile ultra run, in support of Children’s Burns Trust. Support him here: justgiving.com/page/sam-mould… #childrensburnstrust #fundraising #justgiving #ultrarun

Child Safety Week 2026 runs from Monday 1st to Sunday 7th June. Please join in however you can. 👉 Sign up to learn more: capt.org.uk/sign-up/ 👉Free resources: capt.org.uk/resources/pare… #ChildSafetyWeek #MakingPreventionPossible

It’s #SunAwarenessWeek ☀️ Sunburn is a burn injury and can happen quickly, even on cloudy days. We’re sharing simple tips this week to help keep children safe in the sun. Learn more: cbtrust.org.uk/get-informed/c… #childrensburnstrust #sunawarenessweek #sunsafety

We are incredibly grateful to @sammouldings, who have chosen us as their 2026 charity partner, for supporting Children’s Burns Trust through two amazing fundraising challenges this May. Support them: justgiving.com/page/sam-team-8 justgiving.com/page/sam-mould…

After experiencing a serious burn injury as a baby, Charlotte is now giving back by running the Hackney Half Marathon. Support her here: justgiving.com/page/charlotte… #childrensburnstrust #fundraising #justgiving #halfmarathon

After completing the Birmingham Running Festival, Marko and Bryony are taking on the Cheltenham Running Festival to continue raising funds for Children’s Burns Trust. Support them: #timeline-section-marker" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">justgiving.com/page/bryony-fa… #childrensburnstrust #fundraising #justgiving #halfmarathon

Take on a challenge. Change a child’s life 💙 Choose Children’s Burns Trust when you sign up to an Ultra Challenge event and help support children and families affected by burn injuries in the UK. Find your event: ultrachallenge.com/the-events/ #ChildrensBurnsTrust #UltraChallenge

🚨 Hairdryers are NOT safe white noise machines. They can heat up fast, hot enough to burn a child’s skin in seconds. We’re supporting a survey to raise awareness of this risk. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Please take a few minutes to take part: surveymonkey.com/r/RWT3XBH #BurnPrevention #ChildSafety

What your donation helps provide 💙 Our Parent/Carer Packs, created by our Ambassador Laura, are given to parents and carers of burn injured children in hospital, offering information, reassurance and comfort at a difficult time. #ChildrensBurnsTrust #BurnInjurySupport

A Day in the Life of a Play Therapist 💙 Meet Annette Maynard, Senior Play Specialist, supporting children and families through burn care with play, distraction and emotional support. Read more: cbtrust.org.uk/news-stories/a… #childrensburnstrust #burncare

Many child burn injuries are preventable. Our home safety checklist shares simple steps to help reduce burns and scalds at home and support safer environments for children. Learn more: cbtrust.org.uk/get-informed/c… #childrensburnstrust #burnprevention #childsafety

After their son Vinnie experienced a serious burn injury, Paige and her family are now giving back through a charity event and 10k run. Support them here: givewheel.com/fundraising/12… #childrensburnstrust #fundraising

We have supported children affected by burn injuries for 25 years… but did you know we receive no government funding? We rely entirely on donations to continue our work. Help power 25 more years : justgiving.com/campaign/cbtru… #ChildrensBurnsTrust #BurnAwareness

On 20 April, Alison will walk 90 miles coast to coast along Hadrian’s Wall, hiking and camping. After experiencing a serious burn injury as a child, she is now raising funds for Children’s Burns Trust. justgiving.com/page/alison-br… #childrensburnstrust #fundraising

Burned at just three years old, India lives with scars that could have been prevented. Sharing stories like hers helps families understand how quickly accidents happen. 👉 Read India’s story: cbtrust.org.uk/news-stories/a… #ChildrensBurnsTrust #SurvivorStories

10,164 children were burned or scalded in 2025 and admitted to Specialist Burns Services across the UK. 📊 View the full infographic: cbtrust.org.uk/burns-and-scal… @DansFund4Burns @KPFoundation @minifirstaiduk @CAPTcharity #burnprevention #burnawareness