Brenda was admired as a compassionate, cheerful, and ‘wonderful woman’ by all who knew her. She was a daughter, a mother, and a wife to her loving husband Richard for 63 delightful years. Brenda, a talented and musical lady, found much joy in singing, winning multiple awards in her youth for solo and quartet performances. Wherever life took Brenda, from Birmingham to Cambridge to Liverpool, she ‘spared no effort in ensuring success’ in all her endeavours. She formed local choirs, ran a Women’s Guild, and founded a community Dyslexia Association – all testaments to the ‘love, kindness, and su ..read more

We are thrilled to announce the return of our biggest annual fundraiser, the Mendip Challenge taking place on Sunday 2nd June 2024. Since 1991, thousands of people have completed the yearly event, as they take on the 30-mile 20-mile, 10-mile and 5-mile routes across the West Mendip Way to raise funds for our hospice. Last year, an impressive £76,682 was raised for the Weston Hospicecare, which we used to support the hospice to continue to deliver care to our patients and their families. The Mendip Challenge event draws participants, many with very personal motivations for completing the chal ..read more

This Friday 26th April it is the 25th anniversary of the tragic and untimely death of Jill Dando. Jill was a highly successful television presenter and a hugely popular figure during the 1990s. She was only 37 years old when she was murdered. Jill, herself from Weston-super-Mare, readily agreed to become the Patron of Weston Hospicecare in 1996 and headed up an appeal to fund a much-needed In-Patient Unit. Les Fake, who was the Chair of the charity at the time remembers, “Jill’s visits brought a ray of sunshine to Weston Hospicecare. She brought happiness and her inimitable ‘girl next door ..read more

One of our dear patients Chris Hunt, 72, who is with us receiving palliative care and treatment for Cancer at Weston Hospicecare told us that his wish is to experience a last ride in Weston as a lifelong biker. We have been in touch with our local biker community and they have stepped up to organise an impromptu meet this weekend in Weston. (Chris Hunt with bike) We are expecting many bikers at Weston Hospicecare, Jackson Barstow House this weekend (14 April) to take Chris out on a trike to experience his love of biking and being outdoors. His wife Di will accompany him and several family me ..read more

This year, marathon runner Danny Street is set to complete the Tokyo, Paris, London, and Chicago marathons all in support of North Somerset-based Weston Hospicecare. Danny is part of a team of directors at local motor company Howards Motor Group, that are supporting Weston Hospicecare. He has been running since 2015 when he completed his very first half marathon and has not looked back. Danny has since completed an impressive number of 28 marathons to total and achieved his 4-star medal. This accomplishment is awarded to those who have completed four of the six major marathon races across the ..read more

We’re only a few weeks away from our annual Rugby Ramble, taking place on Saturday 9th March 2024, sponsored by Thatchers Cider! Hundreds of people join in every year, and we cannot wait for the big day next month! It isn’t too late to sign up for the upcoming event and register here. The Rugby Ramble, formerly known as the Men’s March, is a 10-mile charity walk that starts at the Grand Pier at Weston-Super-Mare. Attendees will journey along the coastline, through Weston Woods, and ending back at the Grand Pier. We recently caught up with Glynn Smith, an annual Rugby Ramble attendee, to talk t ..read more

A lady from Wrington who is taking part in Weston Hospicecare’s Strictly Fun Dancing next month has said the hospice helped her family at a time of need. Strictly Fun Dancing sees amateur couples train for ten weeks to learn ballroom dancing with professional teachers from Salsa Vida prior to taking part in a Grand Finale. Penny Gunter’s husband Malcolm was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in May 2017. Roughly a year later, he died after spending just a few hours at Weston Hospicecare’s In-patient Unit (IPU). He had care by the now Hospice Community Nursing Manager, Gwen Harding, prior to ..read more

Introduction A daughter from Somerset has shared her story with Weston Hospicecare about the care for her mum, who was being cared for terminal cancer. Teri McDonald, from Somerset, says “The hospice is an angel service and you’ll never be disappointed, ever!” after the charity cared for her mum, Mandy, before her death in November 2022. This week, Hospice Care Week (The same week as  our Blue for You campaign), Teri explains how the hospice not only met the needs of her mum but cared for the entire family. Throughout the week, in conjunction with Hospice Care Week and Blue for You, we wi ..read more

Introduction A daughter from Somerset has shared her story with Weston Hospicecare about the care for her mum, who was being cared for terminal cancer. Teri McDonald, from Somerset, says “The hospice is an angel service and you’ll never be disappointed, ever!” after the charity cared for her mum, Mandy, before her death in November 2022. This week, Hospice Care Week (The same week as  our Blue for You campaign), Teri explains how the hospice not only met the needs of her mum but cared for the entire family. Throughout the week, in conjunction with Hospice Care Week and Blue for You, we wi ..read more

Weston Hospicecare are delighted that businesses throughout Worle High Street have backed the Blue for You initiative. Blue for you is a fundraising awareness campaign which runs parallel to Hospice UK‘s Hospice Care Week. Abi Smart, Community Fundraiser, says “A huge thank you to everyone in Worle High Street for getting stuck in to Blue for You. “A big thanks to WMUK Mobility, Lloyds Bank, Renew 193, Mr Beans, NK TeamWear, Muffins, The Malthouse, Broskis, The Old Kings Head, Home Instead, Mayfair, Astills, Headlines, Worle Florists and everyone else who is supporting us! “I’m thrilled by the ..read more