Martlets Hospice

Martlets Hospice Martlets is a local charity that provides terminally ill people in Brighton and Hove, and surrounding areas, with the very best care and support.

Our expert team helps patients live life to the full during the precious time they have left. Martlets opened in 1997. The staff and services were formed from the merger of three separate charities: Coppercliff Hospice, Tarner and MacMillan Day Hospice. Across the hospice services, more than 25,000 local people have been supported and cared for since 1997. Most people receive care from us in their own homes. Outpatients also visit our hospice for pain relief, physiotherapy, counselling, welfare advice and social activities. Others choose to spend their final days here, or to join us as inpatients for respite care or symptom management. Thank you for your generous support – it enables us to provide exceptional care that changes lives.

As winter approaches, it’s time to get cosy! And we are delighted to announce that our Church Street store in Brighton h...
30/10/2025

As winter approaches, it’s time to get cosy! And we are delighted to announce that our Church Street store in Brighton has just taken delivery of a brand new batch of special jumpers knitted by one of our supporters, Sindy! 🧶

“Sindy’s jumpers are like a big warm hug – symbols of the warmth and care Martlets provides to patients and families across the city,” says Louise, shop manager at our Church Street store.

“The jumpers sell at £17 each and previously we’ve had around 50 donations from Sindy every year. Unfortunately, Sindy hasn’t been too well this past year, but she’s still found the time and energy to knit us some wonderful jumpers to sell. It’s so lovely to have the pop of colour in the shop and we are truly grateful for her kindness in donating them. Over the past six years we must’ve raised more than £3,000 from selling them!"

Read more at: www.martlets.org.uk/blog/sindys-jumpers

The National Audit Office (NAO) has released a report on the financial sustainability of England’s adult hospices. It hi...
30/10/2025

The National Audit Office (NAO) has released a report on the financial sustainability of England’s adult hospices.

It highlights a growing and deeply concerning funding gap between public donations and government funding. This is increasing each year and pushing more hospices into financial difficulty.

We’re calling for this to change and are doing everything we can to make sure Martlets and our sister adult hospice St Barnabas House are here in years to come – but we can’t keep on running at a loss.

To read more about the report please visit: www.southernhospicegroup.org.uk/our-statements/national-audit-office-report/

Come together with our local community and join in Reindeer Fun! 🦌Reindeer Fun is for everyone – schools, workplaces, sp...
20/10/2025

Come together with our local community and join in Reindeer Fun! 🦌

Reindeer Fun is for everyone – schools, workplaces, sports clubs, and more – and you can choose how you want to take part!

Whether it’s doing your yoga class in reindeer antlers, running a reindeer-themed bake sale at work, or hosting a “best-dressed reindeer” competition at school, every activity helps raise vital funds for Martlets this Christmas.

Find out more and sign up: www.martlets.org.uk/events/reindeer-fun

“Mum loved to sew and since she died sewing has helped me feel closer to her. I’ve been making driver bags and catheter ...
18/10/2025

“Mum loved to sew and since she died sewing has helped me feel closer to her. I’ve been making driver bags and catheter bags for Martlets. These colourful bags mean you’re not seeing the medicine next to you, but something bright and uplifting instead.”

When Alex’s mum, Paula, received care from Martlets it marked the beginning of a deeper connection between mother and daughter. Alex has embraced Paula’s love of sewing and is using her skills to support the hospice:

www.martlets.org.uk/blog/mum-and-i-had-never-hugged-as-adults-but-in-that-moment-i-gave-her-a-hug-and-said-i-love-you/

We spoke to Danny Pike at BBC Sussex this morning about why we need long-term government funding for our adult hospices ...
16/10/2025

We spoke to Danny Pike at BBC Sussex this morning about why we need long-term government funding for our adult hospices – St Barnabas House and us.

Our services could – and should – be expanding to meet the rising demand, but the reality is that hospices across the UK are facing some difficult decisions.

You can listen to the interview on catch up, skip to 2:11:40: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002kgyk

Our beautiful Christmas cards are on sale in our shops. With so many lovely designs to choose from, it’s never too soon ...
16/10/2025

Our beautiful Christmas cards are on sale in our shops.

With so many lovely designs to choose from, it’s never too soon to get ahead for the Christmas season.

Every pack sold helps support local hospice care. 🩵

Shop in store now. Visit our website to find your nearest shop: www.martlets.org.uk/find-a-shop

“I'd never hugged my mum as an adult, ever. We knew we loved each other but we never said it as she was from a generatio...
14/10/2025

“I'd never hugged my mum as an adult, ever. We knew we loved each other but we never said it as she was from a generation that didn’t show emotion easily. In that moment, I gave her a hug and I said, ‘You know I love you’. And she said, ‘I love you too’.”

When Alex’s mum, Paula, received care from Martlets it marked the beginning of a deeper connection between mother and daughter. Alex shares how our nurses helped with hugs, read more:

www.martlets.org.uk/blog/mum-and-i-had-never-hugged-as-adults-but-in-that-moment-i-gave-her-a-hug-and-said-i-love-you/

Hospice Care Week may be over, but our care never stops. Our dedicated teams here at Martlets and also at our sister h...
10/10/2025

Hospice Care Week may be over, but our care never stops.

Our dedicated teams here at Martlets and also at our sister hospice have supported over 3,900 people and their families this past year, providing specialist end-of-life and palliative care.

This week we've shown you a snippet of what we do, and we are proud to be here for our communities - at the hospices and in people's homes. Thank you for your support in making this possible. ❤

Tune into ITV News Meridian tonight at 6pm! Our sister hospice St Barnabas House welcomed ITV Meridian this week to help...
08/10/2025

Tune into ITV News Meridian tonight at 6pm!

Our sister hospice St Barnabas House welcomed ITV Meridian this week to help raise awareness of the urgent need for improved funding for hospice care.

One of their patients, Shaun, shared his experience of hospice care, showing just how vital a lifeline it is for someone facing a life-limiting illness.

He said: “The hospice gives me hope, it is a place filled with love and light. To quote a poet – their work is love made visible.”

There’s still time to sign up for Will Writing Month! Don’t miss your chance to write or update your Will with a local s...
07/10/2025

There’s still time to sign up for Will Writing Month!

Don’t miss your chance to write or update your Will with a local solicitor and support Martlets at the same time.

It’s a simple way to give you and your loved ones peace of mind – and help protect local hospice care for generations to come. 💙

Find out more and reserve your spot today: https://www.martlets.org.uk/give-in-your-will/will-writing-month/

It's Hospice Care Week! Our CEO, Stuart Palma is taking this opportunity to urge the government to increase funding so t...
06/10/2025

It's Hospice Care Week!

Our CEO, Stuart Palma is taking this opportunity to urge the government to increase funding so that hospices can keep caring for our communities in years to come.

He said: "Each year, most of the Group’s funds come from public donations and income from the hospices’ charity shops. With just over a fifth of the Group’s funding coming from the government, this has failed to keep pace with rising costs… this is not enough to provide the level of palliative care that is needed in Sussex, and many will be unable to access the care they need unless urgent changes are made.”

Supporters are being encouraged to write to their MP to raise awareness and help protect our hospices for the future.

The Group – which includes Martlets, near Arundel, and in Worthing – merged last year and are working together towards financial sustainability.

Read more in our latest news release:
www.southernhospicegroup.org.uk/sussex-hospice-group-ceo-urges-the-government-to-provide-more-funding/

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