Walk the Premier League
“Safer Communities with Greater Opportunities”
Over 1,000 miles on foot. 20 Premier League stadiums. One headteacher in a shirt and tie — walking a marathon a day to build safer school communities and create opportunities for children across England.
1,000 Miles for Safer Schools
Mr Peter Stewart, Headteacher at New Moston Primary School in Manchester, is walking to all 20 Premier League football stadiums during 2026 school holidays — averaging a marathon every day, wearing a shirt and tie for the entire journey. MBL Connect is proud to support this incredible initiative.
The campaign highlights the importance of safe, welcoming spaces for children and aims to inspire young people that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.
- The Mission: Raise awareness and funds for safer school communities and greater opportunities for children
- The Route: All 20 Premier League stadiums — from Manchester through the North, Midlands, South Coast, London, and back home
- The Impact: 20 school community projects supported — one for every Premier League club, improving sports facilities, safe spaces, and youth programmes
Stadium by Stadium
The journey is split across school holidays — February half term through summer 2026.
February Half Term
Northwest
Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, Everton, Burnley, Leeds
Easter 2026
North & East
Leeds, Newcastle, Sunderland, Nottingham Forest
May Half Term
Midlands
Nottingham Forest, Wolverhampton, Aston Villa
Summer 2026
South, London & Home
Bournemouth, Brighton, all London stadiums & return to Manchester
Journey Progress
Updated regularly — follow the miles as Mr Stewart walks from stadium to stadium.
Gallery
Snapshots from the journey — more photos coming as the challenge progresses.
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More Than Just Walking
Every mile walked creates real impact for school communities across England.
Safer Communities
Creating safer environments around schools where children can thrive and grow.
Opportunity
Supporting 20 school community projects — one for every Premier League club.
Resilience
A marathon a day, in shirt and tie. When the road gets tough, you keep walking.
Community
Walk and Talk — community members, leaders and celebrities joining along the way.