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New data from Hospice UK reveals that gifts in Wills are the lifeline keeping the nation’s hospices open, funding the equivalent of 400,000 nights of hospice care every year.

This comes as 127 hospices across the country, including Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), unite for a second year behind the This is Hospice Care campaign – urging members of the public to leave a gift in their Will to their chosen hospice.

The importance of hospice care is undeniable, with CHSW supporting more than 500 babies, children, young people and their families across their 3 children’s hospices; Little

During the 2025 festive period, we were proud to raise £1,700.68 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) thanks to the generosity of our wonderful
customers.

The total was raised through customer donations throughout November and December 2025, with visitors to our Christmas tree farm and the Enchantment illuminated trail, contributing via collection tins, contactless terminal, and visits to Father Christmas. We were also delighted to receive a generous donation from Irie 7 Mobile Coffee Shop, who joined us at the farm during the festive season serving delicious refreshments. THANK YOU.

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Bristol Airport announce CHSW as its new official charity partner, marking the start of a meaningful partnership dedicated to supporting children with life-limiting conditions and their families across the region.

The partnership will bring Bristol Airport staff together to raise vital funds and awareness for CHSW, which provides specialist care, respite, and support through its three hospices across the South West, offering a true “home-from-home” environment for children and their families. Bristol Airport recognises the vital work the charity does and the profound impact it has on local

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