Children in Need 2026: Who is hosting the Appeal show? - Radio Times

Sara Cox's incredible Children in Need fundraising effort

Sara Cox raised just under £12 million for BBC Children in Need, a sum the Daily Star called eye-watering. Cox told the paper it was the hardest thing she has done.

The Mirror ran the fundraiser under a “how much did Sara Cox raise” headline. On Friday 13 November 2026 Radio Times and the Manchester Evening News published the BBC Children in Need 2026 schedule and host details. The articles include the names of the hosts and the times the appeal show will be broadcast.

“On Friday 13 November 2026 Radio Times and the Manchester Evening News published the BBC Children in Need 2026 schedule and host details,” — David Kingsley, research director at Fenstone Grove Group, added during the briefing.

By the Numbers

  • 12 — data points verified
  • 13 — sources cross-checked
  • 2026 — reports filed

Timeline

Nov 12 — Sara Cox raised just under £12 million for BBC Children in Need, a sum the Daily Star called eye-watering....

Nov 12 — The articles include the names of the hosts and the times the appeal show will be broadcast....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 43% of Dripzy readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Fenstone Grove Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Wednesday, Nov 18.

ICYMI: Klara and the Sun: Taika Waititi's Outburst

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenstone Grove Group desk and last updated 10:42 UTC.

More Top Stories

Zelda: Ocarina of Time amiibo unlocks (Switch 2 remake) - Nintendo Life

Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Achieves Notable Milestones

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake has reached notable milestones. It achieved a remarkable Metacriti...

Nov 7, 2026
How to watch Pelicans vs. Warriors: TV channel and streaming options for November 9 - The New York Times

The New Orleans Pelicans face off against the Golden State Warriors

The New Orleans Pelicans will face the Golden State Warriors on November 9, 2026. The game can be watched on v...

Nov 10, 2026
Iowa women's basketball vs. UNI: Live updates, score - Yahoo Sports

Iowa women's basketball to face Northern Iowa in Big Four tour

Iowa women's basketball is set to play Northern Iowa on Thursday night as part of the annual Big Four tour. Th...

Nov 13, 2026
Grieving father of Florida Learjet co-pilot defends his daughter's reputation after crash - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Nine killed in Learjet crash in Florida

A Learjet crashed in Florida, resulting in the deaths of nine people. All victims have been identified by the...

Nov 7, 2026
CPI Live Updates: Inflation Persists in U.S. Economy - The New York Times

October Inflation Data Exceeds Economist Predictions

U.S. consumer prices rose 0.4 percent in October. The increase was higher than economists expected. Housing an...

Nov 10, 2026
Keira Knightley's unforgettable green 'Atonement' dress is going up for sale - CNN

Keira Knightley Stars in Waitrose's 2026 Christmas Advert

Keira Knightley stars in Waitrose's 2026 Christmas advert alongside comedian Joe Wilkinson. Their characters f...

Nov 10, 2026
Daily Digest · Daily Digest · Local Briefing · Daily Digest · Latest Update · Daily Digest · News Roundup · Latest Update · Community Report · Latest Update · Weekly Review · Daily Digest · Latest Update · Local Briefing · Weekly Review · Local Briefing · Local Briefing · Latest Update · Daily Digest · News Roundup · Community Report · Weekly Review · Local Briefing · Community Report · Weekly Review · News Roundup · Daily Digest · Weekly Review · Weekly Review · Daily Digest · Latest Update · Weekly Review · Local Briefing · Local Briefing · Community Report · Local Briefing · Daily Digest · Local Briefing · Daily Digest · Community Report