St Wilfrid's Hospice

St Wilfrid's Hospice Providing hospice care to Eastbourne, Hailsham, Heathfield, Uckfield, Seaford & everywhere in between Our hospice is open to the public too!

Our vision is of a community where people talk openly about dying, live well until the end of their life and where nobody dies alone, afraid, or in pain. We provide specialist care for people with any progressive and advanced disease. Patients with uncontrolled symptoms or psychological distress are referred to us by their GP or by another healthcare professional. We offer our care through many different services, including our Inpatient Unit, our Community Team, the Living Well Centre, a 24/7 nurse-led support line and a counselling and bereavement support service. We have a wonderful, warm and welcoming café at the heart of the hospice, which is open every day from 8.30am to 4pm. We hope that you'll come in, enjoy a cuppa and some delicious food and start to think differently about hospices. Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 283686
Registered as a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales No. 1594410

Located on the wall in the central Street area at the hospice, our beautiful Memory Tree is there for all visitors to vi...
12/01/2026

Located on the wall in the central Street area at the hospice, our beautiful Memory Tree is there for all visitors to view and enjoy.

The tree features delicate Cow Parsley flower heads and butterflies, each one telling a story of love and remembrance🌸

By dedicating a leaf, flower head or butterfly, you’ll be helping to raise vital funds for St Wilfrid’s Hospice, enabling us to support more patients and their families.

If you’d like to make a dedication or have any questions about the Memory Tree, please contact Jenna Stringer on 01323 434216 or visit https://www.stwhospice.org/support-us/donate/in-memory-of/memory-tree/

Leave a lasting tribute and make a meaningful difference.

Thank you to our incredible community who took part in Brighten the Night at the end of 2025. Together, you raised over ...
11/01/2026

Thank you to our incredible community who took part in Brighten the Night at the end of 2025.

Together, you raised over £9,000 for St Wilfrid's Hospice with your spectacular displays that brightened the streets and brought smiles to many people's faces.

Well done and thank you.

Looking to move into the new year with intention? Join St Wilfrid’s Hospice as a volunteer! 🌟Volunteering with us isn’t ...
10/01/2026

Looking to move into the new year with intention? Join St Wilfrid’s Hospice as a volunteer! 🌟

Volunteering with us isn’t just about giving your time — it’s about becoming part of a warm, supportive community where every moment you share makes a meaningful difference.

Just ask Michael Jones, one of our long-standing volunteers.

For 22 years, Michael has supported St Wilfrid’s in roles ranging from Community Support Volunteer to helping at major fundraising events like our Gala Dinners, Starlight Stroll and Open Gardens.

After retiring, Michael felt compelled to give back:

‘I’ve been blessed in life and wanted to support my community. St Wilfrid’s was the place I felt my experience could help people. It’s a privilege to volunteer here, it’s made me a better person, given me purpose, and I’ve met incredible people. If you’re thinking of volunteering, just do it — you won’t regret it.’

Michael’s story is just one example of the joy, connection, and meaning you can find when you join our volunteer family.

Whether you’re welcoming visitors at the hospice, helping in one of our shops, or supporting events in the community, you’ll meet amazing people, learn new skills, and play a vital role for local families when they need it most. 💛

Ready to start something meaningful this year?

Explore all our volunteering opportunities:
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We would like to remind all of our café customers, patients and families that the Street Café will be closed from Sunday...
09/01/2026

We would like to remind all of our café customers, patients and families that the Street Café will be closed from Sunday 11th January until Monday 26th January whilst we carry out essential maintenance.

During this time, Tuesday afternoon Living Well Hub drop-ins will be paused. All other groups and outpatient appointments will continue as usual.

We would like to assure anyone staying on our Inpatient Unit that we will still be providing patient meals, and visitors will have access to hot drinks and microwave facilities.

If you are coming for an appointment or visiting a patient, you will be able to enter the building as normal, with our Welcome Point team available to guide you.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Did you receive duplicate gifts at Christmas? Or perhaps some lovely items that you simply won't use? We would be so gra...
08/01/2026

Did you receive duplicate gifts at Christmas? Or perhaps some lovely items that you simply won't use? We would be so grateful for any unopened bottles of alcohol or soft drinks, toiletries, or candles to use as raffle and tombola prizes at our fundraising events throughout the year. We are also hunting for single bottle bags.

Every donation helps us raise vital funds for hospice care.

Please get in touch at 01323 434224 or email michele.mitchell@stwhospice.org / kayleight.tippett@stwhospice.org. Thank you.

On 27th March, our I’m a CEO… Get Me Out of Here campmates will take on the formidable jungles of East Sussex, braving a...
07/01/2026

On 27th March, our I’m a CEO… Get Me Out of Here campmates will take on the formidable jungles of East Sussex, braving a day of hair-raising challenges to raise money for St Wilfrid’s Hospice.

We can now reveal our next group of brave participants for I’m a CEO… Get Me Out of Here, and they’re all from Coda Pharmacy.

Chris, Colin, Kim and Molly will be pushed to their limits with climbing, archery, shooting, reptile handling and even some backwoods cooking!

If you want to support them, visit our website to donate. events.stwhospice.org/event/im-a-ceo

Your enthusiasm for our Camino de Santiago adventure has been incredible — so incredible that we’re launching a second t...
06/01/2026

Your enthusiasm for our Camino de Santiago adventure has been incredible — so incredible that we’re launching a second trip!

Join us next May 2027 to complete the last 100km of the iconic French Way, from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela. This is the perfect opportunity to embrace a new challenge or fulfil a long-held dream of walking the Camino.

Come along to our Information Evening on Tuesday 10th February 6pm–7:30pm at St Wilfrid’s Hospice.

This is your chance to learn everything you need to know. The information evening will cover:

• Trek itinerary details
• Fundraising support
• What’s included in the trek package
• Tips to prepare for the journey

To book, visit https://www.stwhospice.org/camino-2-eve

Ready to make 2026 your most meaningful year yet?Join us for our Events Information Evening on Wednesday 4th February at...
05/01/2026

Ready to make 2026 your most meaningful year yet?

Join us for our Events Information Evening on Wednesday 4th February at 6pm and discover all the incredible ways you can get involved with St Wilfrid’s.

Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, meet new people, or support a cause close to your heart, this is your chance to explore our full calendar of events for the year ahead.

During the session, we’ll cover:

- This year’s upcoming events
- How your involvement supports St Wilfrid’s and the impact you make
- Ways to get involved that suit your interests, time and abilities

👉 Register now by visiting our website https://www.stwhospice.org/events-info-evening/

Are you ready for something new in 2026? Volunteering can be a wonderful way to put your skills to good use, meet new pe...
04/01/2026

Are you ready for something new in 2026? Volunteering can be a wonderful way to put your skills to good use, meet new people and feel a part of something. And we have a host of new roles on offer.

Our Therapies Volunteer Drivers provide transport for patients and carers to and from the hospice, allowing attendance to therapy appointments for patients who could not otherwise access them.

Volunteers will use their own vehicles to transport patients. We ask for a commitment to a maximum of eight weeks at a time with a particular patient and carer.

If this sounds ilke something you might be interested in you can find out more about this and other roles at stwhospice.org/volunteer-vacancies

Experience an evening of Opera at the Movies.On Saturday 7th March, take your seat for an unforgettable evening of music...
04/01/2026

Experience an evening of Opera at the Movies.

On Saturday 7th March, take your seat for an unforgettable evening of music from London Festival Opera.

With a programme of music heard in films ranging from Pretty Woman to The Godfather it’s the perfect performance for a first visit to the opera.

This evening will begin with a welcome drink reception, followed by a two-course meal, served whilst you enjoy the performance, all in aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice.

Get your tickets here: https://www.stwhospice.org/support-us/opera-at-the-movies/

With thanks to Opera at the Movies sponsors Stephen Rimmer LLP.

Registration is now open for our 2026 Fire Walk! 🔥Are you wanting to face your fears this year? Sign up to our hottest e...
03/01/2026

Registration is now open for our 2026 Fire Walk! 🔥

Are you wanting to face your fears this year? Sign up to our hottest event of the year on Saturday 28th March, and walk barefoot along three metres of red-hot embers, all in aid of hospice care.

Fire Walk will be a night to remember; there will be entertainment, food, drinks, and bravery!

Early bird tickets are just £25 each until the 15th February. Sign up now!

https://events.stwhospice.org/event/firewalk/home

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Our vision is of a community where people talk openly about dying, live well until the end of their lives, & where nobody dies alone, afraid, or in pain.

We provide specialist care for people with any progressive and advanced disease. Patients with uncontrolled symptoms or psychological distress are referred to us by their GP, or by another healthcare professional.

We offer our care through many different services, including our Inpatient Unit, our Hospice at Home team, our Wellbeing Centre, a 24/7 nurse-led support line, & a counselling and bereavement support service.

Our hospice is open to the public too! We have a wonderful, warm & welcoming café at the heart of our hospice which is open every day from 8.30am to 5pm. We hope that you'll come in, enjoy a cuppa & some delicious food, & start to think differently about hospices.