Glads of Honour: 'I just wanted to make a difference'

To mark the launch of the new series of Gladiators, BBC Gladiators are looking for their own 'Glads of Honour'.

It's a special award for a child who has done an act of charity, kindness or bravery, which shows their true Gladiator spirit.

As an example Newsround went to meet Poppy. The six-year-old from Buckinghamshire spent 2025 on an epic adventure, with her mum, dad and dog, Molly.

She walked more than 400 miles to raise money for the charity, Dementia UK, after her grandad was diagnosed with early-onset dementia.

"I just wanted to make a difference," Poppy said. "I've walked in Wales, Scotland Yorkshire and Dorset. I've walked all over the UK."

She raised more than £6,500 and got a major surprise at the end of her final walk when her favourite Gladiator, Diamond, came to meet her and to present her with the first ever 'Glads of Honour' Award.

To enter, head to this Newsround page, where you can find out how to send in your story and also find terms and privacy. Entry period closes on Saturday 31st January, 2026, at 11:59pm.