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 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.
“Sara Cox raised just under £12 million for BBC Children in Need, a sum the Daily Star called eye-watering,” — Simone Whitfield, policy watcher at Copcroft Gate Media, added during the briefing.
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....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 9. The Copcroft Gate Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copcroft Gate Media desk and last updated 12:15 UTC.