Organisers of a charity fundraising event are making last-minute preparations to ensure it is a night to remember. Shimmer Walk returns on 25 April and the fundraising team at Severn Hospice is moving full steam ahead so that everything runs smoothly. From bubble machines, twinkling lights and foam to candle lanterns for a moment of reflection, every detail has been carefully planned to create a memorable… Read more »
A volunteer at our Wem shop has found love after loss, meeting his fiancée while giving back to the service that once supported him and his family. Brian Burns, an Environmental Health and Safety Manager, began volunteering at our shop in Wem after his wife of more than 40 years sadly passed away from cancer…. Read more »
Six hundred walkers and runners pulled on their boots to raise funds for us and celebrate a major milestone as the Pontesbury Potter marked its 30th anniversary. Supporters stepped up to take on this much-loved 13-mile challenge across the countryside around Pontesbury, tackling mud, climbs and sweeping views, all in aid of our caring services…. Read more »
We would like to thank customers, supporters and volunteers for a decade’s loyalty as we announce the closing down of our Furniture Store for the final time. Our Furniture Store on Shrewsbury’s Ennerdale Road has raised more than £500,000 for hospice patient care since it opened, but increased running costs meant the value of that… Read more »
A former Market Drayton woman is preparing to take on the TCS London Marathon in memory of her dad who was cared for by Severn Hospice in his final days. Elly McGrath, 28, now living in London, will run the iconic 26.2-mile race on 26 April after months of intensive training. She has already raised almost £3,500 for Severn Hospice, the charity… Read more »
Local businesses and golf enthusiasts are being urged to tee off in support of Severn Hospice and join us for our corporate fundraising golf tournament. Set against the backdrop of one of the region’s most picturesque courses – Astbury, near Bridgnorth – the event promises a fun and relaxed day of golfing, networking and friendly… Read more »
Young fundraisers have touched our hearts after thousands of school children took part in a festive event to support our care. Primary schools, nurseries and clubs across the region joined our Rudolph Relay in December, raising more than £10,000 to support people living with incurable illness and their families. Thousands of children donned antlers and… Read more »
Hundreds of supporters of Severn Hospice are being invited to step out and show their support for local hospice care at a magical fundraising walk. Following the huge success of its first-ever Shimmer Walk in 2025, which raised more than £30,000, the hospice has confirmed that the event will return — bigger and brighter than… Read more »
Nurses and healthcare professionals are being invited to on-the-spot informal interviews and to learn more about careers in palliative care at a series of clinical jobs days. We are hosting two days to showcase current vacancies for nursing and healthcare professionals. The drop-in days are being held between 8am and 5pm at Apley Castle, Telford… Read more »
A much-loved figure in Shropshire’s healthcare community is retiring after a lifelong career spent caring for patients and supporting colleagues across the county. Severn Hospice has said goodbye to its Director of Care, Becky Richardson, who stepped down after more than a decade with the charity and almost 40 years in nursing. Becky joined Severn Hospice in… Read more »
