24.03.25 Five hundred walkers took to the picturesque Pontesbury hills on Saturday, stepping up once again in support of our vital work. The annual Pontesbury Potter fundraiser saw participants embark on the much-anticipated 13-mile route raising thousands of pounds to help local people living with incurable illness. Gratitude Thanks to the generosity of our supporters,… Read more »
27.02.25 We are marking a major milestone as our weekly lottery turns 30 – with 20 million reasons to celebrate. Since the very first draw on 24 February 1995, dedicated Severn Hospice lottery players have raised £20 million to help fund our caring services. Gratitude Karen Swindells, Head of Individual Giving expressed her gratitude: “We… Read more »
21.02.25 We are urging supporters to brush off their hiking boots and turn their footsteps into fundraising and take part in this year’s Pontesbury Potter. Taking place on Saturday 22 March 2025, the 13-mile sponsored trek through the stunning Shropshire countryside promises muddy good fun, adventure, breathtaking scenery, and a chance to make a real… Read more »
27.01.25 People living with bereavement will be given the care and support they need in our new ‘oasis of calm’, thanks to the kindness of a charity supporter. We were only able to transform tired and outdated family support rooms into a welcoming space of tranquility and calm when Kevin Morris stepped forward to help…. Read more »
09.01.25 We are calling on local people to make a meaningful resolution this year by joining our dedicated team of retail volunteers. As part of our New Year volunteer drive, we are inviting people to lend a hand in their local store. Shoppers and supporters donating items to the shops together contribute more than £1.5… Read more »
26.12.24 Christmas cheer will last even longer, as we offer a new home to presents that can’t be returned. Our 32 shops across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Mid Wales are reopening their doors from Friday 27 December as ‘regifting hubs’ where supporters can donate any presents they are not planning to keep. Thoughtful “Regifting… Read more »
22.11.24 An amateur photographer’s snaps of his daily walks have literally become days to remember as he’s turned his portfolio into a fundraising calendar. Ross Parsons regularly captures on camera the beauty of the Lyth Hill area near his home and has put 12 of his favourites into the charity calendar, raising funds for us. … Read more »
18.11.24 Christmas shoppers are being urged to double their festive gift-giving at no extra cost by making second-hand their first choice. We have recently launched our pre-Christmas ‘Re-love the pre-loved’ campaign, urging people to support our cause by shopping in any one of our 32 shops across the patch. Gift that gives back As a… Read more »
25.10.24 The people behind our reputation for outstanding care have been recognised with a series of staff awards. We celebrated the dedication, passion and outstanding achievements of staff at a celebratory awards lunch where winning individuals and teams were presented with special Hospice Star trophies and certificates. The awards are an opportunity for colleagues to… Read more »
16.10.24 We are celebrating the power and therapeutic benefits of art at our first ever public exhibition. Supporters and art-lovers alike are invited to Journeys Through Art, a captivating exhibition inspired by how exploring emotions and expressing feelings through art media can be especially helpful after being diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. The show is… Read more »
