Bolton Hospice

26/09/2025

Will you brave the flames with a fire walk for Bolton Hospice? 🔥

As part of our brand-new Fire & Ice challenge, we're giving you the opportunity to take on an epic fiery feat, walking across a path of wood embers burning at 1236 degrees Fahrenheit! 🥵

This challenge isn't just about taking on an exhilarating personal challenge though, you'll be helping to raise vital funds to help us keep caring for local people facing terminal and life-limiting illnesses. Every fiery step taken and every pound raised in sponsorship will help even more families create lasting memories 💜

Got what it takes? Grab your tickets here! https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/fire-walk

25/09/2025

This , we're saying a heartfelt thank you to Alison and her family, for her generous legacy donation, and passion for sharing her and her husband Andrew's story to inspire others to do the same 💜

Alison and Andrew met in 1984, as teenagers, and from day one were inseparable. They married 7 years later, and working as a technical accountant and a bedroom fitter, they built their lives together, buying a house, enjoying holidays, and most of all always being there for each other.

In 2018, Andrew was diagnosed with cancer, and after he failed to respond to treatment, accessed Bolton Hospice's specialist care and support:

"From the first phone call, they were amazing, full of care, honesty and compassion. Andrew moved to the hospice, and in that place of kindness, Alison and Andrew renewed their vows and made precious memories."

When Andrew died, Alison slowly began to find her new path, travelling, spending time with her beloved niece and nephew, and supporting the hospice through fundraising. Then in 2024 Alison herself was diagnosed with an aggressive, terminal cancer:

"Alison began palliative treatment and fought with quiet determination, and once again we reached out to Bolton Hospice. Alison wanted to access complementary therapies - massages, in her words, made her feel normal. When the time came, she made the decision she would return to the hospice.

"The team at the hospice were exceptional, from consultants to volunteers, when everything felt too much, they quietly shared their love. Even in her final days, Alison remained kind, gracious, and full of dignity.

"I share this story as Alison's little sister. The world feels darker without the light of Alison and Andrew in it, but I will always be thankful to Bolton Hospice - a place not to be feared, a place filled with angels.

"Alison wished to leave a legacy donation, in her and Andrew's memory, so others could receive the same wonderful care as them."

If, like Alison, you'd like to find out more about making a lasting difference and leaving a gift in your will, we've put together lots of useful information here 👇
https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/leave-gift-your-will

25/09/2025

Could you be our new Community Fundraiser?

We're currently seeking a passionate and confident fundraiser to join our friendly fundraising team, providing excellent supporter care and developing and delivering a range of community fundraising initiatives.

You'll need to be creative and flexible, highly organised, and an enthusiastic communicator, as you'll be responsible for inspiring support and maximising participation in community fundraising activities.

Most importantly, you'll need to be passionate about supporting local people facing terminal and life-limiting illnesses, and their families 💜

Find out more and apply: https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/work-with-us/community-fundraiser

24/09/2025

Have you heard, Santa's coming to town! 🎅 Grab your grotto tickets here! https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/events/christmas-fair

On 22nd November we're taking over Bolton's Albert Halls to bring you a Christmas Fair like no other, complete with a chance to meet Father Christmas himself.

Browse a range of local artisan stalls, indulge in festive food and drink, visit Santa in his grotto, plus stick around to enjoy Bolton's very own 'Put Big Light On' festival ✨

Booking is essential for our Santa's Grotto, but entrance to the fair is free! There'll be lots of ways you can support Bolton Hospice on the day, as well as soak up the festivities and get some Christmas shopping done!

Make sure it's in your diary - we can't wait to see you there!

23/09/2025

Introducing our brand-new challenge... 62 miles in October! https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/events/62-miles-october

Could you run, walk, cycle or swim a least 2 miles a day in October for Bolton Hospice?

Taking part is easy:
✅ Register and join our inspiring Facebook group of other 62 miles challengers
👣 Get outdoors, get moving and get sponsored
💸 We'll send you your exclusive free beanie when you receive your first donation

22/09/2025

✨ Discover how complementary therapies can help you live well with life-limiting illness ✨

Alongside the specialist medical and nursing care we provide for our patients, we also offer a range of complementary therapies which can reduce stress and anxiety, help improve sleep, and promote relaxation and overall wellbeing. Our therapies can also be an opportunity to express emotion and talk about any difficulties you are experiencing.

If you think you or a loved one would benefit from our Wellbeing Hub and its specialist services, wellbeing sessions and friendly faces, you can find out more and self-refer here https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/wellbeing-hub

21/09/2025

We're getting ready for our Christmas Fair and need your help to make our tombolas a festive hit. We're looking for donations of bottles and chocolates to help raise vital funds for local people living with life-limiting illnesses 💜

If you're able to help, donations can be dropped off at:

🍾 Giles House between 10am and 4pm
🍫 Main Reception outside of those hours

Thank you!

20/09/2025

With Strictly back on our screens, there's never been a better time to think about joining Bolton Hospice's very own Strictly Learn to Dance! 💃🕺

Even if you think you’ve got two left feet and don’t know your tango from your cha cha cha, Strictly is all about trying your best and raising vital funds for Bolton Hospice in the process 💜

Fancy following in previous dancers’ footsteps (or should we say quicksteps!?) Find out more and apply here 👇
https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/strictly-learn-to-dance

19/09/2025

Have you booked your Fire & Ice tickets yet?! 👉https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/fire-ice

Whether you fancy an invigorating cold water dip, exhilarating fire walk, or want to really push your limits by taking on both challenges, when you take on this bucket list Fire & Ice experience you'll be helping us to be there for local families when they need us most 💜

Tickets cost £25 for an individual challenge, or £45 for the combo, and include:
🧠 a pre-event coaching session to help you prepare for your daring feat
💪 the challenge itself
🏆 a certificate of achievement
☕ post-event hot drinks and snacks

18/09/2025

Today we're saying an extra special thank you to Philip, who recently made a £20,000 donation to Bolton Hospice in memory of his late wife, Marilyn 💜

Married for over 50 years, Philip fondly remembers the start of their relationship, with the pair saving up to play pinball and dominos in their local pub on Church Road. Years later and still a big fan of a fun game, Marilyn would organise bingo street parties, keeping her neighbours connected in lockdown.

Marilyn's commitment to supporting her local community extended to Bolton Hospice, where she volunteered more than 20 years ago before an injury forced her to give up her role on the inpatient unit. Instead, Marilyn would donate to the hospice, making her final in person donation of £500 shortly before she died.

Not content with this being her final chance to support local families facing life-limiting illnesses, Marilyn asked her husband Philip to donate in her memory.

When Philip paid us a visit to make the absolutely incredible £20,000 donation, made up to £25,000 with the power of Gift Aid, he explained, "She was exactly that kind of woman - very thoughtful. She'd be over the moon, knowing what a difference it will make. People outside don't see what it's all about, but there's more to it than people coming here to die, and Marilyn loved it volunteering here."

"She'll be looking down and thinking 'This is top this'."

We are blown away by the generosity shown by the couple, how fitting a gesture to remember Marilyn's lifetime of kindness 💜

18/09/2025

17/09/2025

Calling all schools in Bolton!

Whilst we know you've only just started back after the summer holidays, it's never too early to start thinking about Christmas, especially when it comes to our school Reindeer Run 🦌

Taking part is easy! We will provide each pupil with a FREE reindeer antler headband and sponsor form envelope to collect their donations. We will also provide each school with a poster to promote their reindeer run and a fundraising kit to help you get the most out of your festive fun day. All you have to do is choose a date in December and get started, it’s as simple as that!

Tag a teacher and ask them to register here 👇
https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/reindeer-run