St Wilfrid's Hospice

20/04/2026

Support St Wilfrid's Hospice with a gift from our Amazon Wishlist 💛

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to help, our Amazon Wishlist is filled with essential items that support the care we provide to patients every day.

Simply choose a gift from the list and select our hospice delivery address at checkout.
To shop, visit https://www.stwhospice.org/support-us/amazon-wishlist/

If you’d like to let us know a gift is on its way, please contact Emma Warner:
📞 01323 434214
📧 emma.warner@stwhospice.org

Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity — it truly makes a difference.

19/04/2026

Earlier this month the team at Sykes Harley-Davidson unveiled their latest custom designed bike that they have donated to the hospice to raise vital funds.

Named ‘the Big Dave,’ in honour of a friend of the Sykes Family, this beautiful softail slim could be yours for the price of a £100 raffle ticket.

The bike is currently on display at Sykes Harley-Davidson, Holmes Hill, BN8 6JA. Raffle tickets are available from the hospice and Sykes Harley-Davidson until 21st May.

Find out more at: https://www.stwhospice.org/support-us/win-a-harley-davidson/

We would like to say a huge thank you to Denise and John Sykes for the incredibly generous donation of the bike, which means that every single ticket sold makes a real difference to hospice care.

Raffle open to over 18s only. The draw will take place on 22nd May 2026 at Lunch@, The Saffrons, Eastbourne BN21 1EA.

19/04/2026

Are you ready for a truly unforgettable cycling challenge? 🚲

Take on The Wilfride and cycle from Eastbourne to Paris, for hospice care.

Running from 23rd to 27th September, The Wilfride promises an unforgettable experience taking in the sights of the French countryside and cityscapes, with the ultimate finish line backdrop of the Eiffel Tower.

More information can be found on our website.

https://www.stwhospice.org/event/the-wilfride-2026/

18/04/2026

Throughout the month of March, 15 brave supporters took on our chilly new challenge, A Dip a Day. It saw them dip, plunge, swim or be showered in freezing cold water, every day throughout March.

We are thrilled to announce that together they raised an incredible £11,547 for St Wilfrid’s Hospice! Thank you so much to every one of you that braved the cold come rain or shine; congratulations on completing this month-long challenge!

Here are some photos of the brave supporters taking part.

18/04/2026

We’re hosting two upcoming Bereavement Help Points to support anyone who has been bereaved.

These sessions provide:

• A safe, non-judgemental space to talk
• Friendly volunteers with experience of bereavement
• Practical advice and helpful support resources

📍 Upcoming Bereavement Help Points:

- Tuesday 21st April 10am - 12pm - St Elisabeth’s Foodbank, 268 Victoria Drive , Eastbourne, BN20 8QX
- Thursday 23rd April 10am - 12pm - Quintins shopping centre, Hailsham, BN27 1DP

Everyone is welcome 💛

For more information, visit:
https://www.stwhospice.org/our-care/family-services/bereavement/bereavement-help-points/

17/04/2026

We’re looking for calm, compassionate Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants with excellent communication skills to join our Community Nursing and Hospice Line team.

You'll be visiting people in their own homes to provide expert end of life care. And you'll be the first point of contact on Hospice Line - a collaborative telephone support service for patients and their families.

If you want to make a real difference to people's experience of end of life care then we want to hear from you.

Applications for our Healthcare Assistant role close on Wednesday 22nd April, details can be found here: https://stwh.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/411/Healthcare-Assistant---Community-and-Hospice-Line

Applications for our Registered Nurse role close on Sunday 26th April, details can be found here: https://stwh.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/412/Registered-Nurse---Community-and-Hospice-Line

16/04/2026

Don't forget, tomorrow is the of start our very special Art Gallery event at St Wilfrid's Home Store.

For two days only, we will be showcasing an extensive collection of stunning pre-loved artwork. This is a unique opportunity to acquire high-quality pieces at budget prices, with every purchase contributing directly to the vital work of the hospice.

Dates: Friday 17th & Saturday 18th April
Location: Upstairs at St Wilfrid’s Home Store, 56 Langney Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3JN

We can't wait to see you there.

16/04/2026

15/04/2026

Our CEO Colin Twomey and Sophie Bishop, one of our social workers, took part in a day of action at the Houses of Parliament.

As part of a national fairer funding campaign by Hospice UK, they joined hospices from across England in a united call for change. Nurses and hospice leaders came together to urge immediate action on funding, as growing pressures push services to their limits.

Colin and Sophie were there to represent the voice of St Wilfrid’s Hospice, our dedicated colleagues, and the people we support across our local community, sharing why hospice care must be properly funded for a sustainable future.

Standing alongside so many passionate hospice colleagues today was a powerful reminder of what’s at stake — and why we will continue to speak up for hospice care for generations to come 💛

15/04/2026

Today, our CEO and one of our social workers are heading to Westminster to join hospice teams from across England to shine a light on the increasing pressures that hospices are facing.

At St Wilfrid’s Hospice, we stand alongside Hospice UK and partners across the sector in highlighting the urgent need for sustainable funding so that hospices can continue delivering compassionate, specialist care to those who need it most in our community.

To read more, visit: https://www.hospiceuk.org/latest-from-hospice-uk/hospices-forced-make-cuts-care-head-downing-street-demand-fair-funding

Today, hospice staff from across England will gather in Westminster to demand urgent action on funding.

With services cut, beds unused and demand rising, the message is clear: we cannot wait any longer.

Read more: https://www.hospiceuk.org/latest-from-hospice-uk/hospices-forced-make-cuts-care-head-downing-street-demand-fair-funding

14/04/2026

Join us at the most colourful fun run of 2026! 🌈

We are heading back to Nash Street Farm in Hailsham on Saturday 6th June for an afternoon of colourful fun. Whether you're running, walking, or dancing through our seven paint stations and two giant foam zones, every step you take helps us provide vital care for local people and their families.

We have sold out for two years in a row, so gather your friends, family, or colleagues and secure your place today!

Get your tickets here: https://events.stwhospice.org/rainbow-run-26

A huge shoutout to our sponsors Barwells Solicitors for helping us make this incredible event happen.

Photo credit: Sam Khan Photography

13/04/2026

Help meet the cost of our compassionate care.

“Here at St Wilfrid’s, our compassionate care starts and ends with my amazing team of nurses.

I’m Charlie, Inpatient Unit Team Leader. In moments that are really difficult for patients and their loved ones, we all come together. We scoop them up and give them the best end of life care possible.

When someone first comes onto the unit, we often begin by taking their pain away, which can make such a difference to how they feel.

As you know, this specialist care comes at great cost, which is why St Wilfrid’s is hoping to raise £46,415 (the average cost of a year of nurse care) by 15th May.

Will you give £25 which could go towards an hour of specialist nurse care and help us meet our target?”

Charlie

Visit: stwhospice.org/spring