St Luke's Hospice Plymouth

17/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE our Midnight Walk will be returning on Friday 10 July 2026.

Sponsored by Michael Spiers Jewellers and suitable for all the family, it is set to be a night to remember.

Registration opens on Wednesday 1 April.

Sign up to be the first to know: https://bit.ly/2I5WiUa

16/03/2026

16/03/2026

The streets of Plymouth were buzzing with warmth and togetherness as a record 2,750 big hearted men pounded the pavements for Men’s Day Out 2026 on Saturday, raising much needed funds for St Luke’s.

After an icy start to the day, brilliant sunshine greeted the crowds as they gathered at Plymouth Albion RFC Devonport rugby ground before setting out on a compassion-fuelled 12km hike through the city.

From emotional tributes to loved ones, to friends walking side by side in the sunshine, it was a day overflowing with community spirit.

Thanks again to everyone who walked, volunteered, sponsored and supported us.

You can now read the full write up, stories and photos from this unforgettable day right here on our blog: https://bit.ly/3Pb9IC8

Thank you to Paul Slater Images Ltd for the photos and Jay Stone for videography.

Don’t forget!

If you took part, please pay in your sponsorship - every pound helps us continue caring for local families when they need us most.

You can pay yours in at any St Luke’s shop or online here: https://bit.ly/4s6ZbX0

Want to be part of Men’s Day Out 2027?

This year filled up fast - so make sure you register your interest now and be the first to hear when places go live! https://bit.ly/2HY63n1

15/03/2026

What a day! A record-breaking 2,750 men filled Plymouth’s streets yesterday for Men’s Day Out - walking, laughing, remembering, and raising life changing support for local families.

Plymouth…here are your highlights from a record-breaking day.

This year marked the 12th year of our Men’s Day Out and the support you have all shown us as your local hospice has been unwavering.

Thank you to our event sponsor JEM Scaffolding Ltd, our Subsidiary Sponsor, Devonshire Freemasons, our sleeve sponsors Sir Fix-a-lock Ltd and Ace Double Glazing and all the amazing businesses and groups who have supported us: Plymouth Albion RFC Salcombe Brewery Co. Vault53Rum The Hire Company, White Cross Training Devon & Cornwall 4x4 Response, Devon and Cornwall Cycle Marshalls, Compere Ian Buse, Samaritans Andys Man Club Plymouth and Friary Mill Bakery.

Pick up a copy of the Herald tomorrow to see the photo highlights and make sure to check back here tomorrow evening to see if you can spot yourself in our official photos from the day.

You can pay in your sponsorship money online here https://bit.ly/4kBTkG1 or at any of our shops.

If you missed out on this year’s event or want to do it all over again next year, then make sure to register your interest online for 2027: https://bit.ly/2HY63n1

15/03/2026

Remembering mothers, today and always 🌼

Mother’s Day is a beautiful celebration for many - but for others, it can be a tender, difficult day.

It’s a day filled with memories, love, and the quiet ache of missing someone special.

Today, we honour all mothers and mother figures who are no longer with us, and we celebrate the light they brought into our lives. Their love continues to shape us, and their memory shines bright in every story shared, every moment cherished, and every spring bloom that reminds us of them.

If we have cared for someone you loved who has since died, please remember: you are not alone.

Our bereavement team is here to support you whenever you need us.

Sending strength, comfort, and gentle remembrance to everyone marking Mother’s Day in their own way.

If you would like to celebrate someone special today, why not leave a dedication on our online memory wall and keep their light shining bright. https://www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/memory-wall/

14/03/2026

Today is the day…that hundreds of men take to the streets of Plymouth, uniting for local hospice care.

Our Men’s Day Out has been running for 12 years and has raised over £1.2million in that time.
This morning, before the men have even crossed that start line, the event has already generated over £100,000 and once we collect all the sponsorship, it is likely to have raised enough to provide hospice care at home for the equivalent of 200 families.

Know that what these men are doing today is something amazing, so if you see our men out on their walk today, give them a cheer or toot your car horn and give them the recognition they deserve. 👏

If you would like to show your support then please give what you can. Every penny raised today will be helping hospice care live on, for all, for now, forever.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mensdayout2026

13/03/2026

13/03/2026

Good luck to all our walkers tomorrow!

We would like to take a moment to thank all the incredible sponsors, volunteers and supporters helping to make tomorrow’s Men’s Day Out event possible.

Thank you so much to JEM Scaffolding, our Headline Sponsor, with fantastic support from our Subsidiary Sponsor, Devonshire Freemasons

A special thank you also goes to our T-shirt Sponsors, Ace Double Glazing and Sir Fix-a-lock Ltd, who are helping ensure thousands of walkers take to the streets in style.

We’d also like to give a big shout out to Plymouth Albion RFC, Salcombe Brewery Co., Vault53Rum The Hire Company, White Cross Training Devon & Cornwall 4x4 Response Devon and Cornwall Cycle Marshalls, Compere Ian Buse, Samaritans Andys Man Club Plymouth and Friary Mill Bakery

Thank you to all the local businesses showing their support on the day and all the amazing volunteers giving up their time to help make sure the day goes smoothly.

Lastly good luck to all you walkers – you are walking for hospice care, you are making a difference...you are amazing!

Don’t forget registration opens from 9am tomorrow and you will be departing from 10am onwards. See you there!

13/03/2026

Our volunteers are the backbone of St Luke's, they dedicate their time for free, helping our services run smoothly.

Whether tending to our garden at our specialist unit, helping in our shops or at our fundraising events like Men's Day Out, their kindness allows our hospice care to grow.

If you would be interested in volunteering for St Luke's, we would love to hear from you.

Find out more about the volunteering options available here: https://www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/volunteering/

13/03/2026

Gents...we are just 24 hours away from welcoming you to Plymouth Albion RFC to stride your way across Plymouth in aid of our compassionate care.

Now is the time to check over our essential guide and familiarise yourself with the route map ahead of Saturday.

Meanwhile…here a few of our FAQs to help you on your way…

What time do we get there?🕘

Arrive at 9am for a 10am start from Plymouth Albion RFC.

My t-shirt doesn’t fit or hasn’t arrived yet? 👕

If you registered after 3 March, your t-shirt and event pack will need to be collected on the day. If your t-shirt doesn’t fit then don’t panic, you will be able to swap it on the day, subject to availability.

What happens if the weather is bad? ⛈️

We will keep you updated on social media if the weather causes us to change our plans.

Is there a minimum amount of sponsorship I have to raise? 🪙

No. we never ask for a minimum amount of sponsorship for Men’s Day Out, but remember your registration fee only covers the event costs. It is the additional money you raise that enables care for people in your community.

It’s not too late to set up your JustGiving page. If every walker raised £100 we would be able to provide hospice care for nearly 300 families at home, wouldn’t that be amazing.
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mensdayout2026

For more information and the essential guide head to our website https://bit.ly/2HY63n1

12/03/2026

The majority of the people we care for are out in our local community, at home.

So we were really grateful when Countryside Homes let us use their show home for our recent nurse photoshoot.

It allows us to shine a light on our incredible care teams, showcasing the work they do on the daily, ensuring that our patients and their families are looked after.

Thank you Countryside Homes!

The Countryside Homes @ Sherford estate offers a selection of 2,3 and 4 bed homes from £239,500, set within a fully walkable, well-connected community.

To find out more visit: https://bit.ly/4b8efO4 They also have an Open House event this Saturday between 11am and 4pm if you are interested in finding out more.

11/03/2026

Moving house? Or giving your furniture a refresh?

Give your furniture a second home with St Luke's!

We are looking for donations of good quality furniture and the best news? If you live in Plymouth or the surrounding areas we will even collect it for free right from your door!

By choosing to donate your unwanted furniture you will be helping us to provide our end of life care to families like yours in our local community.

Find out more about our FREE furniture collection service and what we can accept here: https://bit.ly/2Vx5zrf