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Lauren Chisholm from Redland in Bristol has signed up to take part in the Bath Half Marathon and the Paris Marathon in 2022 in memory of her grandmother who was a keen supporter of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Lauren is asking for donations in support of CHSW as her grandmother Eileen Chisholm, who sadly died in 2021, was a passionate supporter of the local charity.

Lauren said: “They say it's not the number of years in your life, but the life in your years. For Gran, it was definitely both! She dedicated her life to supporting those in need, fundraising and volunteering her time to

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is appealing for runners to take part in the Bath Half Marathon on March 13, 2022, in support of their cause.

General entries for this much-loved half marathon sold out in November, but CHSW has a handful of places up for grabs for £35 each.

Kayley Waller, Events Fundraiser for CHSW, said: “After a turbulent few years, the iconic Bath Half is back in March and believe us when we say it is going to be amazing. It is one of our favourite races of the season and as per usual, is a sell out! Luckily, we have a small number of charity entries available, and we

Em Bryan from Melksham in Wiltshire has signed up to take part in the Bath Half Marathon in support of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Em only began running at the beginning of 2020 and has lost 7 stone in the process.

She said: “I'm running the Bath Half for CHSW as a celebration that I'm literally half the person I once was. I picked up the Couch to 5k app and started running to manage stress and improve my health overall. I've always held CHSW close to my heart and I'm honoured to be able to do something to help them in this way.”

The Bath Half on 13 March 2022 will be Em’s first

Almost 1000 people took part in a festive fundraiser across the region over the weekend 4-5 December which has raised thousands of pounds for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Santas on the Run Goes Freestyle gave supporters of the charity the opportunity to take part in a 2km festive fun run at The Eden Project in

St Austell, RHS Rosemoor in Torrington, Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol or virtually.

This year the annual festive fun run was adapted to make it more environmentally friendly with participants encouraged to bring, or make, their own costumes. Supporters of all ages fully

A dazzling night of celebration was held at the Eden Project on Saturday 27 November at Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) 30th anniversary ball, sponsored by Ann’s Cottage.

The event raised £36,000 for the charity which saw 200 guests join in celebrations to mark 30 years since the founding of CHSW. The charity offers care and support to over 500 families at its three children’s hospices, including Little Harbour in St Austell.

The theme of the evening was focussed around memories; celebrating the memories of the last 30 years - the families supported and the fundraising undertaken

A member of the Care Team at the local children’s hospice is going out of their comfort zone by braving a Firewalk for the charity.

Sarah Turnbull from Worle will face the challenge of walking bare foot over hot coals at temperatures of 1200˚F.

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is bringing the Firewalk to The Galleries in Bristol on Thursday 11 November and hoping to raise funds from the event which will go towards supporting local families at its Charlton Farm hospice in Wraxall.

Sarah has been Bank staff at the hospice for over 5 years and has recently become a permanent member of the

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is partnering with Bristol-based National Friendly Financial Solutions (NFFS) and holding an exclusive business event at St George’s Bristol on Wednesday November 24, from 3pm-5pm.

CHSW is looking for 300 businesses from across the south west to join the Business Club in 2022

CHSW was established 30 years ago and in recognition of this milestone set up a Business Club for companies from across the South West. 100 businesses each contributed £300 for their membership and in return were provided opportunities to build connections, raise awareness of their

Lydgate House Hotel at Postbridge on Dartmoor recently took part in The Big South West Cream Tea to raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

Guests enjoyed sampling their scones and tea on the terrace of the late Victorian country house which has stunning views over Dartmoor, and raised £107 for CHSW in the process.

Lydgate House Hotel has been under the new ownership of Sarah Gibson since April 2021 and is being run by Sarah and Kelly Ashley. The ladies were keen to support CHSW after seeing an advetisement for people to get

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) marked its milestone 30th anniversary on Saturday (9 Oct) by hosting a celebratory dinner and dance at Bristol Museum.

The event was kindly sponsored by one of Bristol’s top independent financial planning firms, Brunel Capital Partners, and was attended by businesspeople, long-term supporters and service users of CHSW.

Guests were treated to a three-course meal and entertained by The Liberty Sisters singing jazz and swing classics.

CHSW was founded by Eddie Farwell and his late wife, Jill, after spending many years travelling from their home in Devon to

Saturday night saw the return of Children’s Hospice South West’s Moonlight Memory Walk to Falmouth.

150 people walked the five mile route around the town, as well as others who took part virtually, in memory of their loved ones. £20,000 was raised in sponsorship for the charity which runs three children’s hospices; Little Bridge House, Charlton Farm and Little Harbour.

Before the walk began at 10pm a memory ceremony was held in Kimberley Park, and live streamed on facebook for those who took part virtually. The ceremony included poems and readings from hospice staff, words from two families