Community Hospice

Community Hospice We want everyone in our wonderfully diverse community to be able to approach death in the way that suits their values, beliefs and lifestyle.

We're here for the people of Greenwich and Bexley. Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice provides free specialist palliative care and support services for people with terminal illnesses, as well as providing support for their families, friends and professional carers. Our services include a 19 bedded Hospice inpatient facility, Hospice at home care, hospital support, a lymphoedema service, educatio

n, complementary therapy and creative arts helping people at the end of life to enjoy a better quality of life.

This June, Zohreh is opening her garden in Welling for the very first time as part of our Open Gardens Festival 🌿A full‑...
22/05/2026

This June, Zohreh is opening her garden in Welling for the very first time as part of our Open Gardens Festival 🌿

A full‑time gardener, Zohreh has created her space slowly and thoughtfully, one plant at a time. Her garden is full of ideas you can actually use at home, proof that you don’t need lots of space or money to create something special.

Come and explore the many beautiful gardens in Greenwich and Bexley. Meet passionate local gardeners, enjoy a relaxed summer afternoon and support Community Hospice at the same time.

📅 6–7 & 20–21 June
📍 Across Greenwich & Bexley
🎟 Book your tickets here: https://communityhospice.org.uk/events/open-gardens-2026/

Every visit helps us continue caring for people and families in our community.

19/05/2026

Have you heard? 👀

We’re launching a seated exercise group at Community Hospice 🧡

Our new therapy-led sessions are designed to help improve strength, balance and mobility in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment — all from the comfort of a chair.

Whether you want to keep active, boost your wellbeing, build confidence or simply enjoy moving alongside others, this group is here for you.

Listen to Andy, our Rehab and Wellbeing Team Lead as he shares more about the group, who it’s for and what you can expect.

📍 Community Hospice
185 Bostal Hill, London SE2 0GB

📅 Every Thursday from 4 June
⏰ 11am – 12pm

No booking needed, just come along and give it a try.

Click the link to learn more: https://communityhospice.org.uk/care-and-support/your-wellbeing/groups-and-classes/seated-exercise@

A big thank you to the Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Linda Bird, who joined us to see our runners off an...
19/05/2026

A big thank you to the Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Linda Bird, who joined us to see our runners off and welcome them back over the finish line.

We were also delighted to be joined by the Pearly Queen of Greenwich, Gwen Jones, and the Pearly King and Queen of Woolwich, Clive and Kim Bennett, who, as always, brought energy, encouragement and helped hand out medals to our amazing runners.

Thank you to everyone who made the day so special.

Thank you for making the Hospice Mini Marathon 2026 so special1,600 of you came together for a sold‑out Hospice Mini Mar...
18/05/2026

Thank you for making the Hospice Mini Marathon 2026 so special

1,600 of you came together for a sold‑out Hospice Mini Marathon, and the energy was incredible.

Thanks to everyone’s generosity, the Mini Marathon is on track to raise over £60,000.

We’re so grateful to every child and young person who ran, every family who cheered them on, and everyone who volunteered their time.

Thank you as well to our partners, including Better, Greenwich Runners, Rock Choir and to the incredible groups who helped bring the day together.

If you missed out this year, keep an eye on our website and newsletters; we’d love to see you on the starting line next time.

We’re delighted to welcome Debbie Marsh as our new Director of Nursing and Quality 🧡Debbie brings a wealth of clinical l...
18/05/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Debbie Marsh as our new Director of Nursing and Quality 🧡

Debbie brings a wealth of clinical leadership experience, deep compassion, and a strong commitment to delivering safe, inclusive, person-centred care for our community.

With extensive experience across hospice, community and wider health settings, Debbie will play a vital role in helping us continue to provide outstanding care for patients and families while supporting the growth and development of our services.

Join us in giving Debbie a very warm welcome to Community Hospice.

Click the link to learn more about Debbie and the experience, leadership and passion she brings to this important role: https://communityhospice.org.uk/news/introducing-our-director-of-nursing-and-quality/

Denim Week may be long gone… but the denim deals definitely aren’t 👖✨From timeless classics to stylish everyday staples,...
16/05/2026

Denim Week may be long gone… but the denim deals definitely aren’t 👖✨

From timeless classics to stylish everyday staples, our hospice shops still have some amazing denim pieces waiting to be discovered.

So if you’re on the hunt for your next great find, why not pop in and see what treasures you can uncover?

Click the link to find your nearest Community Hospice shop and shop sustainable style while supporting your local hospice : https://communityhospice.org.uk/shops/

Help shape our next overseas challenge 🌍We’re starting to plan our 2027 overseas fundraising challenge, and we’d love ou...
15/05/2026

Help shape our next overseas challenge 🌍

We’re starting to plan our 2027 overseas fundraising challenge, and we’d love our supporters to help us decide what comes next.

We’re currently exploring three exciting options

- Mount Toubkal, Morocco

- Camino de Santiago (French Way)

- Portuguese Camino

If you’ve ever thought “I’d love to do something like that”, now’s your chance to help shape it.

Fill in our short survey and tell us which option you’d prefer: https://us14.list-manage.com/survey?u=372345dc260f7c3aa73d5c06c&id=5049b3d66b

Only TWO places left, and registration closes 31 MayReady for your next adventure?Join our Isle of Skye Trek and experie...
15/05/2026

Only TWO places left, and registration closes 31 May

Ready for your next adventure?
Join our Isle of Skye Trek and experience Scotland at its wildest and most beautiful.

Over three unforgettable days, you’ll trek iconic landscapes including the Old Man of Storr, Trotternish Ridge, Fairy Pools and Cuillin foothills.

You'll be pushed to your limits while soaking up jaw‑dropping views, all while supporting hospice care in Greenwich and Bexley.

📅 Dates: 12–14 June
🎟️ Only 2 tickets remaining
⏰ Last chance to sign up: 31 May

👉 Secure your place now:
https://communityhospice.org.uk/events/isle-of-skye-trek/

14/05/2026

🎷 Have you heard of Jazz in the Garden?

As part of the Open Gardens Festival in June, Jazz in the Garden is a relaxed afternoon of live jazz, good company in a beautiful, tucked‑away garden in Blackheath.

On the evening of 6 June, enjoy the sounds of talented Trinity Laban jazz students drifting through the garden, bring your own drinks or treat yourself to a Pimms.

Book your place here: https://communityhospice.org.uk/events/open-gardens-2026/

We are so excited to introduce our new seated exercise group at Community Hospice 🧡This special therapy-led class has be...
14/05/2026

We are so excited to introduce our new seated exercise group at Community Hospice 🧡

This special therapy-led class has been created for our patients, their carers and our bereaved community, offering a safe, supportive and welcoming space to move more, feel better and connect with others.

These gentle seated exercise sessions are designed to help improve strength, balance and mobility, all from the comfort of a chair and at your own pace.

Whether you want to build confidence, keep active, boost your wellbeing or simply enjoy moving to music alongside others, this group is here for you. Alongside the physical benefits, it’s also a lovely opportunity to lift your mood, enjoy social time and feel part of a caring community.

No booking needed, just come along and give it a try.

📍 Where
Community Hospice
185 Bostal Hill, London SE2 0GB

📅 When
Every Thursday
Starting Thursday 4 June
11am – 12pm

Click the link to learn more: https://communityhospice.org.uk/care-and-support/your-wellbeing/groups-and-classes/seated-exercise/

We really need your help 🧡Right now, we’re urgently looking for volunteers to support two of our hospice shops:📍 Bellgro...
13/05/2026

We really need your help 🧡

Right now, we’re urgently looking for volunteers to support two of our hospice shops:

📍 Bellgrove Parade
• eBay Lister & Packer

📍 Trafalgar Road
• Sales Assistant

Even if you only have 2 - 4 hours to spare each week, it would genuinely make such a huge difference.

Every volunteer helps our shops run smoothly, raise vital funds and support hospice care across our community. The time you give really does help us continue caring for patients and families when they need us most.

No experience? That’s absolutely fine, full training and support will be provided 😊

If you’d like to get involved, please click the link below or walk into any of the shops register your interest. We also have other volunteer roles available: https://communityhospice.org.uk/volunteer-roles/?tags=retails

Thank you so much🧡

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185 Bostall Hill, Abbey Wood
London
SE20GB

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