We are celebrating the incredible contribution of our volunteers during Volunteers’ Week, including one special family where three generations volunteer side by side. From 1 to 7 June, we are joining the UK-wide campaign recognising the vital role volunteers play in supporting charities and local communities. Welcoming Among those being celebrated this year are Abbie,… Read more »
The wildlife and flora of our hospice gardens have been brought indoors and closer to patients thanks to the artistry of a member of our design team. Graphic designer Gemma Gould has created a two-storey high mural to adorn the walls of our Perry Ward, as part of a major £3 million overhaul. Inspiration Taking… Read more »
Care for patients at our Shrewsbury hospice has been ‘future-proofed for decades’ following completion of a major £3 million modernisation and improvement project. We are set to reopen our Perry Ward at our Bicton base after a year-long construction programme that has seen the building extended, patient rooms enlarged, a brand-new roof installed and plumbing… Read more »
Supporters are being invited to step up for us this summer as our popular walking challenge returns with a brand-new summer twist. The Severn Hospice ‘Walk in our shoes’ challenge encourages participants to take on a daily step goal while raising vital funds for the care we provides to local people living with incurable illness…. Read more »
A Shropshire man who cycled more than 300 miles from London to Paris to support us is encouraging others to sign up and “step out of their comfort zone”. Patrick Murphy, known as Paddy, took on the four-day challenge for us after his father-in-law David received our specialist care. Paddy described the bike ride experience… Read more »
You may see some of our nurses out and about in Shopshire, Telford & Wrekin and Mid Wales this week helping to dispel myths about hospice care. Taking part in a special ‘Shop Swap’ initiative, our nurses are visiting our community shops across the region to help dispel common myths about hospice care and encourage open conversations about death and dying. The visits form part… Read more »
Plant lovers, families and anyone in search of a charming day out are invited to explore the beautiful grounds of Severn Hospice as our much-loved Open Gardens events return this summer. Taking place on Sunday 24 May at Apley Castle and Sunday 7 June at Bicton Heath (10am–4pm), the events offer a rare opportunity to… Read more »
Organisers of a charity fundraising event are making last-minute preparations to ensure it is a night to remember. Shimmer Walk returns on 25 April and the fundraising team at Severn Hospice is moving full steam ahead so that everything runs smoothly. From bubble machines, twinkling lights and foam to candle lanterns for a moment of reflection, every detail has been carefully planned to create a memorable… Read more »
A volunteer at our Wem shop has found love after loss, meeting his fiancée while giving back to the service that once supported him and his family. Brian Burns, an Environmental Health and Safety Manager, began volunteering at our shop in Wem after his wife of more than 40 years sadly passed away from cancer…. Read more »
Six hundred walkers and runners pulled on their boots to raise funds for us and celebrate a major milestone as the Pontesbury Potter marked its 30th anniversary. Supporters stepped up to take on this much-loved 13-mile challenge across the countryside around Pontesbury, tackling mud, climbs and sweeping views, all in aid of our caring services…. Read more »
