Willen Hospice Milton Keynes

31/08/2025

Good luck to Lal and his friends from Broughton Cycling Group who have already done 52 miles and are about to do 100 more in memory of our friend, Ranjit Singh. Lal is just £27 off his target - £10 for every mile - if you can, please donate: https://donate.willen-hospice.org.uk/pf/lal-tawney-308c5

30/08/2025

🚴‍♂️ See you on the start line tomorrow, riders!

The big day is nearly here, and we can’t wait to see you all in the saddle! 🚴

Whether you’re taking on the 35-miler, tackling the 65, or going the whole nine yards on the 100-mile route, make sure you upload your GPX route to your device tonight so you're ready at the The Good Gym MK start line.

Expect an amazing atmosphere, well-stocked water stations, mechanical support, and a few cheeky climbs to test your legs 🥵

💙 And remember, this isn’t just about the ride. Every mile you cover helps fund specialist palliative care at Willen Hospice. You’re pedaling with purpose.

👉 Still fundraising? There’s still time to give your total a final push!

29/08/2025

Thank you to Newton Trailers Limited who took part in a charity football match and raised a fantastic £520 for Willen Hospice.

29/08/2025

An inspirational story from Bina, who will be trekking to Everest Base Camp with us in October in memory of her friend, Michelle James, and her partner, Arron McEneaney.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/jabeen-qais-1731007722677

An inspirational lady will take on a gruelling challenge this October – trekking to Everest Base Camp to honour the memory of a friend, and her partner.

28/08/2025

Update: News just in! This will be going out tomorrow evening at 5pm.

One of our most committed fundraisers, 12-year-old Joshua, has been in front of the tv cameras again today – this time on national news! Joshua spoke to Channel 5 about his two years ‘camping for care’ in his back garden to raise much-needed funds for our work. Milton Keynes Mayor, James Lancaster, popped along too and said it was a privilege to meet such an inspiring young man. You can watch Joshua, and our Willen at Home Lead Nurse, Claire Burr, on Channel 5 teatime news tonight, at the slightly earlier time of 4pm.

Donate to Joshua's fundraising page here ➡ https://www.justgiving.com/page/joshuacampingforcare-willenhospice

Watch here ➡ https://www.channel5.com/5-news-at-5/season-2025/5-news-at-5-f8932ea7-aae1-4175-9faf-3fdee7620ce5

28/08/2025

💙 Little Fundraisers, Big Hearts 💙

At Willen Hospice, every penny raised helps us provide compassionate, specialist care to people in our local community who are living with a life-limiting illness.

That’s why we believe everyone, no matter their age, can play a role in helping us care. Whether your child is 4 or 14, here are 20 fun, simple and creative ways to raise £50 (or more!) to support your local Hospice. Even the smallest hands can make a big difference. 💙

Read our 20 top tips for young fundraisers for some ideas for your child:
https://ow.ly/zAXU50WGtv9

26/08/2025

Everyone got a kick out of our first-ever Corporate Cup 2025 to raise vital funds for Willen Hospice.

We would ike to say a special thanks to:
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services for generously supporting the event and making it all the way to the final!
Treat Street for supplying delicious sweet treats
Eat Your Heart Out Cafe for providing snack bags for each player
Powerleague Milton Keynes for hosting us at your excellent venue.

And thank you to all the amazing teams who took part!

26/08/2025

We just wanted to remind you that our Recently Bereaved drop-in session is cancelled on Monday 1 September, but we’ll be back as normal on Monday 15 September.

These sessions are open to anyone who has experienced a bereavement in the past six months. This is a chance for you to share your feelings and experiences of grief with other local people in similar situations. Our trained staff are on hand with support too.

Join us on the 15 September from 12–1.30pm at the Wellbeing Centre at Willen Hospice (arrive at main reception). No need to book.

No need to book. Everyone welcome, whether your loved one was cared for by the Hospice or not. If you have any questions, please email bereavement@willen-hospice.org.uk

26/08/2025

⏰ Don’t miss your spot at the Cycle Sportive start line!

Whether you're riding 35, 65, or 100 miles, this is your final chance to be part of an unforgettable day on the bike and all in support of Willen Hospice 💙

✅ Sign up by midnight tonight and help fund vital palliative care in your community.

Let’s make every mile matter!

📍 Event date: 31 August
📣 Book here: https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/cycle-sportive-2025/

25/08/2025

💙 How our children’s experience of death and dying shapes their lives.

Emily’s grandad, Ron, lived in Willen and had always supported the Hospice. Under the care of our Willen at Home team, Ron had the death he wanted – with family, at home.

Meanwhile, Emily and her eldest son, Luca, also received support from Willen at Home, which went beyond what she could ever have imagined and shaped Luca’s feelings about death and loss as he grew up.

read Emily's story: https://ow.ly/jHKl50WCEmR

22/08/2025

Are you free on 20 or 21 September? We're looking for volunteers to help us with the amazing opportunity of taking over Gulliver's Land Resort for one whole weekend - and we could do with your help! If you're interested, please complete our online form: https://willen-hospice.org.uk/volunteer-in-fundraising/ or email community.fundraising@willen-hospice.org.uk

21/08/2025

There's just over a week to go until Lal Tawney from Broughton Cycling Group Sportive and six friends cycle an additional 52 miles on top of their already commendable 100-mile route as part of our Cycle Sportive on Sunday 31 August. The team are cycling an extra mile for every year of Ranjit Singh's life.

Ranjit was a pillar of the Milton Keynes community, our former Associate Director and a forever friend of Willen Hospice. If you can, please give Lal and his friends a boost by donating to his page: https://donate.willen-hospice.org.uk/pf/lal-tawney-308c5

Here's an update on Lal's training so far.:

"This week I clocked up 174 miles over two rides, with a standout effort of 135 miles from MK to Silverstone, Marlow, Rickmansworth, Tring, and back to MK. That’s my longest ride of the year by 50 miles - so I’m feeling good (if a little saddle-sore after 9 hours 16 minutes in the saddle!).

"Huge thanks to Manso, Rafa, and Jacqui for keeping me going and getting me round. Couldn’t have done it without you!

"Every mile is building towards the big challenge, and every pound raised makes it worthwhile. Knowing your support is behind me is what keeps me going when the legs are screaming.

"Thanks so much for all the support and encouragement so far. If you’ve been meaning to donate, now’s the time, it will give me a huge boost heading into the last weeks of training. Together, we can turn all these hours on the road into something that makes a real difference."

Want to join the ride? Sign up to our Sportive online or on the day - just make sure to arrive in plenty of time ahead of your chosen route! https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/cycle-sportive-2025/