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The last ever ingot of tin to be smelted in Cornwall went to auction last week and has raised £14,144 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

The auction was held at Lay’s Auctioneers in Penzance on 7 August. The ingot, lot 129, was the very last ingot of tin to be smelted in Cornwall at Wheal Jane, following the closure of South Crofty mine in 1998. 

A Cornish garden, well known locally as a favourite location for ‘pick-your-own’, is opening on Sunday 17 August in aid of Children’s Hospice West (CHSW). 

A small number of children, their families and staff were delighted when Her Majesty The Queen paid a visit to Little Bridge House children’s hospice on Wednesday 16 July to mark the 30th anniversary of the opening of the children’s hospice based in North Devon.

Little Harbour children’s hospice hosted a networking event with a difference for members of their Business Club.

112 keen cyclists from across the South West unleashed their pedal power at the weekend by completing a 205-mile cycling challenge, raising more than £320,000 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

The annual Ride for Precious Lives saw cyclists ride through 3 counties in just 3 days in the event which is now in its 16th year and sponsored by Edwards Vacuum.

Little Harbour children’s hospice in St Austell is offering community talks about the sensory experiences provided at the hospice.

These sessions are being offered to groups, schools and businesses to raise awareness about the work Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) does for local families whose child has a life-limiting condition.

For the babies, children and young people CHSW cares for, sensory experiences are so important to help them interact with the people and environment around them.

A local care centre in Plymouth has raised over £600 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Greenacres Care Centre in Mannamead, Plymouth, held a Cream Tea on Friday 30 May to raise funds for the charity after residents voted to support them for the 2nd year running.

Residents, families, friends and staff enjoyed home baked scones, singing and entertainment on a lovely, sunny afternoon.

The event was a huge success, and the owners of the Care Centre match funded the amount raised meaning even more money could be donated to CHSW to help its vital work. 

1,500 people took part in Cornwall’s brightest fun run on Saturday as RAF St Mawgan once again hosted the Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) Rainbow Run, sponsored by Kernow Coatings.

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.