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Hundreds of Christmas trees have been collected and recycled across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset this January, raising £28,625.53 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Working alongside Biffa, Ringway, The Rotary Club of Bideford Bridge, The Rotary Club of Barnstaple Link and charity partner Just Helping, CHSW once again brought the popular Christmas tree recycling service to supporters, inviting people to book a tree collection in return for a donation. In Taunton, the collection was delivered in partnership with St Margaret’s Hospice, helping even more people take part in the scheme.

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In her hometown of Bridgwater, Gill made it her life’s mission to bring people together in support of the charity close to her heart. What began as a Christmas event in her own garden, complete with a visit from Santa and a disco, grew into a powerful local movement to fundraise for babies, children and young people. Through her energy and enthusiasm, Gill inspired volunteers, rallied donations and encouraged her whole community to play a part in supporting CHSW.

With the support of the Bridgwater Friends Group and many others, she helped raise awareness of the critical work of CHSW and

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) has re-opened its Plymouth charity shop with a fresh new look.

The shop on Mutley Plain has had a complete overhaul from front to back and top to bottom, with the shop floor being reconfigured.

Area Retail Manager, Jerome Browne, said the improved layout would offer customers an enhanced shopping experience, as well as a better working environment for staff and volunteers.

We are looking forward to welcoming back our lovely, local customers and doners here in Plymouth after our amazing re-fit, the shop really looks fantastic. It now offers a bright, modern

A local theatre group has donated funds to support young people with life-limiting conditions.

Following their production of the pantomime Puss In Boots over four performances at Lympstone Village Hall in December, Lympstone Players decided to donate some of the proceeds to Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). The Players formally presented the donation in Lympstone last Saturday (16 January).

Suitably dressed as the King and Queen from Puss In Boots (parts played in the show by John Baynes and Julia Crockett), Bruce Ellis, who directed the pantomime, and Players Treasurer Judy Eaton

St Austell Brewery is proud to announce Children’s Hospice South West as its Charity of the Year. The company - which is marking its 175th anniversary this year - has committed to raising vital funds over the next two years for the only children’s hospice charity in its region.

For more than 30 years, Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) has supported babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, providing specialist care and compassionate, professional support for the whole family. Across its three hospices in Cornwall, Devon and North Somerset, CHSW offers far more than

Cornwall’s biggest and most colourful, family-friendly fun run is returning to RAF ST Mawgan, Newquay, this summer.

Rainbow Run Cornwall is taking place on Saturday 20 June in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) and has collaborated with local business Kernow Coatings, based in Penryn, as the main event sponsor.
Local businesses Steve Andrews Tyres, Moose Toys, Biffa and Happy Days Nurseries are also joining on the day as paint station sponsors.

Anyone aged 5 years and over can join the fun and get covered in powder paint as they walk or run through the 8 different coloured paint

Skydive into Perranporth this year and tick an incredible challenge off your bucket list for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Thrill seekers can either choose their own date to take to the skies or can join CHSW on one of their 2 charity dates; Saturday 23 May 2026 or Saturday 12 September 2026 and jump with other supporters at Perranporth airfield.

Last year £20,000 was raised by those who completed a skydive supporting CHSW. CHSW’s charity skydive places request a £50 non-refundable deposit and a minimum sponsorship of £400, which includes the cost of the skydive itself.

Kiley Pearce

Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) charity shop in Falmouth is calling on the local community to help stock its shelves by donating their good-quality, pre-loved items.

This is the opportunity to tick off some resolutions by having a New Year clear-out and help a local charity.

The shop is also looking for volunteers who can spare a few hours each week to lend a helping hand at its shop on Market Street.

The shop is a new firm favourite in the town for hunting out a bargain, since its opening in April 2025. It is playing a vital role in raising funds to provide care for babies, children

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is appealing for runners to take part in the Plymouth Half Marathon on Sunday 17 May 2026 in support of its 3 children’s hospices in the region.

CHSW has just 25 charity spaces remaining. Keen runners and those seeking a new challenge in 2026 can purchase a charity place ticket for £10 which includes a free running vest.

All participants are asked to commit to raise a minimum of £100 sponsorship. Once £50 is raised, a place will be confirmed with Run Plymouth.

Kiley Pearce, Events Fundraiser for CHSW, said: “The iconic Plymouth Half is back in May, and we

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) was delighted to receive over £9200 from the annual Martin Jennings Memorial Motorcycle Run.

2025 was the 38th year of the event and despite 2 postponements due to weather the event still saw more than 1,500 bikers take part.

A cheque for £9,243.31 was presented to Amanda Masters from CHSW in Beacon, where Martin was born, by members of the Martin Jennings Marshals Association.

The 2025 total is the 2nd highest amount raised since the event began in 1988, bringing the overall total raised for local and national charities to around £200,000.

Amanda