Sara Cox raised just under £12 million for BBC Children in Need, a sum the Daily Star called astounding. Cox told the paper it was one of the most challenging experiences of her life.
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,” — Elena Iversen, economic affairs editor at Cedarwell Stow Group, commented.
Timeline
Nov 11 — Sara Cox raised just under £12 million for BBC Children in Need, a sum the Daily Star called astounding....
Nov 14 — The articles include the names of the hosts and the times the appeal show will be broadcast....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Cedarwell Stow Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Cedarwell Stow Group desk and last updated 13:10 UTC.