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Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is delighted to announce a special partnership with one of the region’s most beloved duos — Judi Spiers and the legendary Gus Honeybun.

Judi and Gus, who have been cherished figures in homes across the South West for decades, are joining forces with CHSW to bring moments of joy, comfort and connection to babies children and families supported by the charity’s 3 hospices.

Mainstone Golf Society in Plymouth held a fundraising event in support of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

The group held a golf day at Boringdon Park Golf Club which rasied £3,650 for the charity.

Over 100 individuals took part, all completing 18 holes of the highly regarded course at Boringdon with lots of healthy competition between those taking part. 

The society is winding down its activity, which is proving beneficial for the charity as they have generously donated all remaining funds to CHSW.

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Eddie Farwell, Co-Founder and retiring CEO of Children’s Hospice South West, was held at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 17 Jun

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life and work of Eddie Farwell, Co-Founder and retiring CEO of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), took place at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 17 June 2025.

Watch Eddie Farwell's memorial service on YouTube

A Cornish garden is opening on Saturday 14 June in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

This May, Andrew Mcmahon from Brislington in Bristol will undertake an extraordinary 13 day canoe journey from Bristol to London in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). So far, Andrew has raised over £2,500 for the local children’s hospice.

Newquay Rowing Club is looking for teams to take part in its sponsored gig row in Newquay harbour on Sunday 22 June supporting Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). 

The event offers groups of friends, colleagues, sports teams or family to give gig rowing a go in this friendly sponsored charity event.  To take part teams are required to supply three novice rowers and the other three rowers and the coxswain in your gig will be supplied by Newquay Rowing Club.

Junior Football Club has been showing outstanding community spirit and support for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) through a vibrant Colour Run event and an ambitious walking challenge in June. 

Over 250 children took part in the Frys Junior Football Club Colour Run on Sunday 26 April, raising an incredible £5,000 so far through crowdfunding on JustGiving, with further sponsorship still to be collected in aid of CHSW and the club. The event, generously supported by numerous local businesses, created an electric atmosphere with a real sense of community pride. 

A strong team of six from Pure Professionals, an accountancy firm based in Clifton, Bristol, will be tackling the 58km Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge on 17 May to raise vital funds for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). 

The Ultra Challenge will see the team walk, jog, or run along the stunning but demanding Jurassic Coast. Stretching from Corfe Castle to Bridport, the route features challenging climbs, rugged coastline, and spectacular scenery — making it a true test of endurance. 

A garden on the North Coast of Cornwall is opening in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Malibu Gardens, on Tristram Cliff in Polzeath, will be open for visitors on Sunday 4 May.

The garden has stunning uninterrupted views over Polzeath beach and Pentire headland, with large variety of shrubs and succulents in full bloom for visitors to enjoy.