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Bradfords, the leading independent builders merchants in the South West and a family business with over 250 years of heritage, has announced it will be supporting children’s charity, Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), through a newly launched three-year partnership.

The partnership, which aligns with Bradfords’ commitment to supporting local communities, will see teams from across the merchant’s 45 branches raise funds at local trade days and other CHSW events throughout the year, as part of a full calendar of activities to engaged teams, customers and the wider community.

David Young

£16,000 and counting was raised for Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) on Saturday 29 November as the charity brought its well-loved event, Santas on the Run, to Plym Valley Railway for the first time.

This event saw 280 supporters of all ages kick off the festive season dressed in a range of Christmas costumes.

Participants enjoyed a festive train ride complete with entertainment on the Lord Oliver Brown Locomotive, which transported them to the start line of a festive 3k route at Plymbridge where they were entertained by Elements Taiko Band.

There were festive themed stations along the

Devon Hampers have created a festive charity hamper in support of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

This festive season, make your gift count. The CHSW Christmas hamper combines the finest artisan treats from the Westcountry with the opportunity to support an extraordinary cause. Perfect for corporate gifting or treating someone special, this hamper shows you care in every way.

For every hamper purchased, £5 goes directly to CHSW, helping provide vital care and support to babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families across the region.

Inside the hamper

Hundreds of Santas on motorbikes will once again take to the roads of Cornwall and beyond to raise money for Little Harbour Children’s Hospice South West.

The annual Santas on a Bike ride, which will take place on Saturday, December 6, has become a beloved festive event, attracting riders from across the region and delighting families along the route.

Since the event began in 2017, participants have raised over £26,000 for the hospice. The ride is not only a vital fundraiser but also a spectacular show for spectators, with children lining the streets to watch the motorbikes parade past, all

Amanda Robertson, manager of the Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) shop in Tavistock, took fundraising to another level, by embarking on the Two Ball Banger Rally along Route 6 all the way to Scotland, dressed as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz.

Amanda and her husband, who joined her as the Wizard himself, set off from the Tavistock shop on (insert date) in a car decorated with heartfelt artwork created by children and families from CHSW’s three hospices: Little Harbour, Little Bridge House, and Charlton Farm. Amanda had sent special paper and pens to each hospice, inviting families to

Stagecoach, the UK’s leading bus operator, has chosen Children’s Hospice South West as the charity partner for its 2025 Christmas fundraising campaign in the South West, supporting the vital care the organisation provides to children and families across the region.

Throughout November and December, passengers travelling on Stagecoach buses in the South West – including routes across Exeter, Torbay, Barnstaple and Plymouth – will be able to make on-board donations, with every contribution helping the charity continue delivering specialist hospice care, respite and emotional support.

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More than 230 people took part in an emotional night-time charity walk at The Lost Gardens of Heligan on Saturday 8 November.

Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) annual Moonlight Memory Walk took place at the gardens in Pentewan near St Austell.

The event has raised £28,000 for the charity, with money still coming in, which runs the Little Harbour children’s hospice in nearby Porthpean.

Participants, many proudly wearing handwritten dedications to loved ones, joined a special memory ceremony, where their dedications to their loved ones played on screen. They listened to poems read by

RGB Building Supplies and CRS Building Supplies are thrilled to announce a new 3 year agreement to partner with Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) as their chosen corporate charity. This commitment will see both companies, which operate across the South West, focusing their fundraising efforts to support the vital work of the hospice charity.

This new partnership marks a welcome return to supporting CHSW. RGB Building Supplies had previously worked with the charity a few years ago, establishing a successful relationship that generated significant funds for the hospice.

“We are so pleased

A vibrant charity fashion show held at HMS Drake, Devonport Dockyard, has raised £2,700 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Organiser Katie, who works at the dockyard, rallied her friends, family and colleagues to donate dresses and model them on the night including her own mum, adding a personal touch to the evening.

There were opportunities to purchase dresses which were on display in the venue as well as bid on dresses that were being worn by models on the catwalk.

The dress auction was compered by Mike, whose family was supported by CHSW’s Little Harbour hospice in St Austell

Private family investment group, The Goonvean Group has recently announced that it's going to extend its 2 year partnership supporting Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) for an additional 3 years. The group aims to raise £100,000 over the 5 year partnership period and has recently presented the charity with a cheque for £43,542 raised to date.

The announcement was made by Goonvean Group Managing Director Matthew Gazzard at their Goonvean Summer Games fundraiser at Cullompton Cricket Club; an annual event held for staff from all of the Group’s businesses.

The first 2 years of the