St Oswald's Hospice

St Oswald's Hospice We’re a charitable hospice rooted in the North East. We provide outstanding, specialist and expert care to adults and children with life-limiting conditions.
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29/05/2026

Calling all knitters, crafters and creatives! 🧶🧵

We’d love your help to stock our Trail HQ for the Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne trail this summer. 🐰

Following the incredible support we received in 2023 for our Shaun on the Tyne trail, we’re inviting you to donate handmade items inspired by woodland creatures, nature, flowers, fruit and vegetables.

Popular ideas include cuddly toys, pencil cases, tote bags and more!

🗣️ Please note: we can’t accept items that replicate Peter Rabbit™ or Beatrix Potter characters due to licensing restrictions.

📅 Submit by 15 July for trail launch (donations welcome throughout trail)
📍 Drop off at St Oswald’s Hospice, Regent Avenue, Newcastle, NE3 1EE

All proceeds from sales support St Oswald's Hospice 💙

Find out more by clicking the link in our comments 👇

Know someone who’d be hoppy to help? Please share this post with your crafty friends, knitting groups and creative communities! 🙌

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“A few people have told me they will really miss coming to the Hospice when their loved one dies, because they feel like...
28/05/2026

“A few people have told me they will really miss coming to the Hospice when their loved one dies, because they feel like part of the family here. I think that shows how special the Hospice is." 💙

Since joining Main Adult Reception in January, Jennifer has seen first-hand just how much St Oswald’s Hospice means to the people who come through our doors.

At our Gosforth site, she is one of the friendly faces offering a warm welcome to patients, families, staff and volunteers, often at moments that can feel worrying or overwhelming.

Jennifer said: “To be able to offer a little bit of time to the people who want to talk can make a real difference.”

Thank you, Jennifer, for the warmth and kindness you bring to the Hospice. It’s lovely to have you as part of the team. 🥰

Has someone at St Oswald’s Hospice made you feel welcome, supported or cared for?

We'd love to hear. Share a message in the comments below. 👇

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Last week, we were so thankful for a very touching delivery of flowers from the family of a patient who recently died at...
25/05/2026

Last week, we were so thankful for a very touching delivery of flowers from the family of a patient who recently died at the hospice.

After her funeral, they had so many flowers that they wanted other patients and families to be able to enjoy them too.

Janice (pictured), along with others from our Adult Inpatient team, carefully arranged the flowers into vases and displays, then placed them around the hospice – bringing colour, comfort and a little brightness to every corner 🌺

It was a beautiful act of kindness, and we’re so grateful to the family for thinking of others at such a difficult time 💙

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23/05/2026

Happy 20th anniversary to our wonderful Clown Doctors NE! 🎉

The Clown Doctors have been visiting our Children and Young Adults Service for 20 fabulous years, entertaining our young people, staff and volunteers with songs, music, bubbles, balloons, magic tricks and more 💙

One of our Children and Young Adults Service families told us:

“My daughter absolutely loves the Clown Doctors. They bring her so much enjoyment. Thank you St Oswald’s Hospice for being able to provide this for all the children.”

A huge thank you to the Clown Doctors for everything you do, and congratulations on 20 amazing years of spreading smiles. 🥰

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22/05/2026

Poppy can’t come to the phone right now…she’s kinda busy. 🐾📞

Busy spreading pawsitive vibes. Busy soaking up cuddles. Busy making Fridays that little bit brighter for patients, families, staff and volunteers at St Oswald’s Hospice. 💙

Every Friday afternoon, Pets As Therapy dog Poppy and her owner Cee visit the Hospice, bringing smiles, comfort and plenty of waggy-tailed joy along the way. 🐶

Cee said:

“Bringing smiles and joy to patients, their families and the staff makes every visit worthwhile. It gives me a huge amount of perspective and has undoubtedly made me approach life very differently since becoming a volunteer.

“I’m beyond grateful that patients and families so generously accept me and Poppy into their lives each Friday afternoon. I never stop enjoying meeting new faces, and revisiting those who stay a little longer. Poppy loves the fuss and attention, and everyone benefits!”

A huge thank you to Cee and Poppy for the comfort, joy and very important cuddles they bring to the Hospice each week. 🥰

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21/05/2026

With less than 6 weeks to go until our Blagdon Estate Open Gardens, we thought we'd give you a little taste of what to expect 👀

Browse a range of stalls and enjoy delicious refreshments from local vendors including Oak Apiary Honey Farm, Wonderful Whippy Ltd, Pet Portrait artist Lawrence, and Butterscotch Lane Crafts. Music and entertainment will be provided throughout the afternoon from bangshees, Isaac Knox and Jeanie and the Jolly Boys. 🎵

You'll also be able to meet the star of our upcoming Peter Rabbit: Tales on the Tyne, Peter Rabbit! 🐰

It's a wonderful way to celebrate the 40th anniversary of St Oswald's Hospice, and to support local hospice care 💙

Book your tickets now to avoid disappointment using the link below 👇

Photo credit with thanks: Gaby Zak, Alison Morton, Ian Wood, Emma Eloise Smith and JNW

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Yikes…one of our Peter Rabbit sculptures is on the loose! 🐇But don’t worry, ‘Peter in the Garden’ has been given special...
20/05/2026

Yikes…one of our Peter Rabbit sculptures is on the loose! 🐇

But don’t worry, ‘Peter in the Garden’ has been given special paw‑mission to take a little holiday from his friends. He’s hopped down to the Emma Bridgewater Factory, Stoke-On-Trent for a few weeks of mischief and fun! 🥕🐰

This sculpture is decorated in the brand‑new Emma Bridgewater x Peter Rabbit™ pattern. Senior Designer Sophie Gilmour worked with artist Jina Gelder Illustration to bring the original spongeware design to life, inspired by Beatrix Potter’s own stencils and illustrations.

Although Peter in the Garden will officially join our trail in Newcastle and North Tyneside in July, visitors to the Emma Bridgewater factory will be the very first to meet him, snap some photos, and enjoy some springtime fun this half term – including decorating garden‑themed pottery and taking part in a mini trail 🐰🍀

Hop over the comments for more details 👇

PS: This beautiful, one of a kind sculpture will be sold at auction in October. Watch this space for more details soon!

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20/05/2026

Breathe easy with Lisa

Today we’re celebrating the impact of Home Mechanical Ventilation (HMV) and the dedicated professionals who make it possible for patients to live more independently.

Our Occupational Therapist, Lisa Bushby, works closely with people who rely on HMV, supporting them to maintain comfort, independence and quality of life at home or in the hospice.

Lisa works closely with The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s North East Assisted Ventilation Service (NEAVS) at the Royal Victoria Infirmary - one of the UK’s largest services and a national pioneer in home mechanical ventilation.

In this short video, Lisa shares more about the difference HMV makes to patients and families every day 👇

Thank you, Lisa, and to all the teams and carers supporting people with HMV - your work truly transforms lives 💙

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Out and about today? 👀Keep an eye out for some of our lovely fundraising team at Gosforth Central between 11am-3pm! They...
16/05/2026

Out and about today? 👀

Keep an eye out for some of our lovely fundraising team at Gosforth Central between 11am-3pm!

They’ll be joined by our adorable little Peter Rabbit sculpture, who could be yours as one of three fabulous prizes up for grabs in this summer’s Peter Rabbit: Tales on the Tyne art trail raffle 🐰💙

The team will have lots of information about our summer events including Blagdon Estate Open Gardens and the ways in which you can support local hospice care.

Come and say hello – we’d love to see you! 👋

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“I feel like I’ve got my life back.” 🥰This , we wanted to share Ivanna's story to highlight how the holistic care she r...
15/05/2026

“I feel like I’ve got my life back.” 🥰

This , we wanted to share Ivanna's story to highlight how the holistic care she received at St Oswald’s Hospice helped her manage her physical conditions while supporting her mental wellbeing.

Before coming to St Oswald’s Hospice, Ivanna was living with undiagnosed Lipoedema, leaving her in constant pain and struggling mentally too.

Ivanna said: “Before I came to St Oswald's Hospice, I could barely move. I used to spend most of my time sitting around because it was just too painful. My mental health wasn’t in a great place, either.”

After receiving support from our Lymphoedema Service, things began to change.

She said: “Now, I’m able to exercise, and my mental health has improved too. I feel like I’ve got my life back.”

We’re so pleased Ivanna has been able to regain her confidence and start feeling more like herself again, thanks to the support, care and encouragement of our Lymphoedema Service. 💙

Read Ivanna’s full story via the link in the comments. 👇

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