As one of London’s most popular charity fundraising events, the Ultimate News Quiz has raised over £2.7 million since it began in 2007.
The latest Ultimate News Quiz took place on Tuesday 10 March 2026, returning the iconic Guildhall in London for our second year. The Quiz was hosted by University Challenge host Amol Rajan.
The charity fundraising event invites a guest list of TV and News personalities to battle it out in a current affairs quiz.
Previous years have seen famous faces including Louis Theroux, Grayson Perry, Richard Osman, Dermot O'Leary, Vanessa Feltz, Louis Theroux, Dr Ranj Singh, Martin Lewis, Carol Vorderman, Piers Morgan, Susanna Reid and stars of ITV’s the Chase racing to be crowned champions.
Alongside teams such as BBC, ITV, Good Morning Britain, CNN, Channel 4 News and 5 News. We’ve also had renowned corporations with the likes of Google, Amazon and Aviva in attendance.
In 2026, the Ultimate News Quiz raised a £253,000 to support Action for Children.
Channel 4 News claimed the victory at the 2026 event. Can they make it a double win for our 2027 quiz? Join us for our 20th event with a special setting in the historic Crypts of the Guildhall London, to find out...
The Premier League has been our generous headline sponsor of Action for Children’s Ultimate News Quiz for 13 years.
A massive thank you to the Premier League for their unwavering generosity and headline sponsorship. Their invaluable support means the UNQ can continue to give more vulnerable children and young people in the UK a safe and happy childhood.
To get your tickets for the Ultimate News Quiz 2027, please email [email protected].
A brilliantly fun evening and a great opportunity for networking and client entertainment, all while raising vital funds for Action for Children.
What's included
Tickets to the Ultimate News Quiz include:
- Sparkling reception.
- Two-course meal with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks.
- Your entry to the quiz.
There will also be a grand auction, silent auction, and raffle with some incredible prizes up for grabs!
Last year, people like you helped us reach more than 551,400 children, young people and families in the UK, and supporting the Ultimate News Quiz will help us reach even more.
Can't make it on the night?
Contact us via [email protected] to see how you can get involved in the Ultimate News Quiz, even if you can't be there on the night.
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