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A syringe driver might not look like much.It is small. Quiet. Often unnoticed. But on our inpatient unit, it can mean co...
23/03/2026

A syringe driver might not look like much.

It is small. Quiet. Often unnoticed. But on our inpatient unit, it can mean comfort, dignity and relief when it matters most.

Thanks to St Catherine’s Choir, we have been able to purchase one for our patients.

The choir began in September 2023. More than fifty staff, volunteers and supporters now rehearse at the hospice each week, many with no previous singing experience.

Led by Merle Winstanley and Jane Cranna, they perform throughout the year, bringing music and community support wherever they go.

One member told us, " I want to give something back to the hospice for the experience our family has had from their devoted staff."

From voices raised in song, to comfort given at the bedside. Thank you to everyone involved💚

An evening with our apprentice chefs Join us at The Mill, St Catherine's Park Café, for a very special evening on 27th M...
22/03/2026

An evening with our apprentice chefs

Join us at The Mill, St Catherine's Park Café, for a very special evening on 27th March as our talented apprentice chefs take over the kitchen.

They’ve designed the menu, refined the flavours, and on the night they’ll be cooking it themselves. It’s a chance to experience their creativity, skill and passion up close, while enjoying an exceptional three-course meal.

🍽 Three-course dining experience
📅 27th March
💷 £35 per person

From beautifully crafted starters to standout mains and indulgent desserts, the menu is a real showcase of what our apprentices can do (take a look below 👇).

A brilliant night of great food, warm hospitality and a chance to support the next generation of chefs. All in support of St Catherine’s Hospice in this, our 40th year 💚

📍 Limited places available – booking essential

We're opening in an hour for the last day of our bridalwear pop-up.Pop in before 4pm for a huge selection of wedding, mo...
22/03/2026

We're opening in an hour for the last day of our bridalwear pop-up.

Pop in before 4pm for a huge selection of wedding, mother of the bride, flower girl and bridesmaid dresses. Plus shoes, hats and everything that goes with.

We've changing rooms on site - Garden Rooms, St Catherine's Hospice, Lostock Lane.

Every dress sold helps provide much needed end of life care right here in the community.

21/03/2026

He hadn’t been back in decades.

Not since the day that stayed with him all those years.

Maurice is 84 and a patient here at St Catherine’s, receiving end of life care with advanced throat cancer. But before all of that, he was a footballer. He played for Blackburn Olympic, and when he was just 15, and part of a team heading to Chorley for a cup final.

Except he didn’t get to play.

He was dropped for the final. They lost. And it stuck with him.

All these years later, Maurice returned to Chorley for the first time since that day. In front of a room full of people, sharing his story, you can see just how much it still means.

At St Catherine’s, it’s not just about care. It’s about people. Their stories, their lives, and the things that have shaped them.

And sometimes, it’s about giving someone the chance to come full circle 💚

Thanks to Chorley football club for giving Maurice the chance to visit.

👰 Last chance to find your dream dress at an amazing price!Join us for our popular Bridalwear pop-up shop this weekend: ...
20/03/2026

👰 Last chance to find your dream dress at an amazing price!

Join us for our popular Bridalwear pop-up shop this weekend:
📅 Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March
⏰ 10am-4pm
📍 Garden Room, St Catherine's Hospice

Browse our beautiful selection of pre-loved:
💚 Wedding dresses
💚 Bridesmaid dresses
💚 Mother of the bride outfits
💚 Accessories

Find your perfect dress at a reduced price, while making a difference in your community!

💚 Thank You Thursday is a little different this week 💚Seventeen people. Standing there on Saturday morning, looking up a...
19/03/2026

💚 Thank You Thursday is a little different this week 💚

Seventeen people. Standing there on Saturday morning, looking up at the sky with that mix of nerves and “what have I signed up for?” energy 😅

Our biggest ever skydive group took the leap on Saturday, with friends and family cheering from the ground, cameras ready, hearts in mouths. All for St Catherine’s.

Together, Chris, Joe, Louise, Sophie, Julie, Lee, Maxine, Micky T, Grace, Ben, Jessica, Finlay, Ellis, Iain, Dave, Stacey and Max have raised an incredible £17,000 👏

Seventeen people. Seventeen jumps. Seventeen thousand pounds for hospice care.

We also want to give a big shoutout to Jean J, who sadly couldn’t jump this time but still raised funds with the support of her amazing friends and family.

If you’ve ever thought about doing a skydive, this is your sign… our next one is on 17th October 👀

If you spot a familiar face in the photos, please share with them!

People arrive in trainers, pinning on their numbers, taking photos, having a laugh. Some come with friends. Some bring t...
18/03/2026

People arrive in trainers, pinning on their numbers, taking photos, having a laugh. Some come with friends. Some bring the kids. Some turn up quietly, holding a name close to their heart.

And then, together, we set off.

The Moonlight & Memories Walk is back for 2026, on Saturday 27 June.

Whether you’re walking in memory, in support, or simply for the atmosphere, every step helps St Catherine’s care for local families when they need us most.

Places are £15 for adults and £10 for children.

👉 Sign up here: https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/shop/events/hospice-fundraising/moonlight-and-memories-walk-2026/

Thanks to -imagesphotography for the images from last year’s event and Spar for sponsoring this year's!

Sometimes the best goal of the day happens off the pitch. ⚽A few weeks ago, Sapphire Utility Solutions got in touch to s...
17/03/2026

Sometimes the best goal of the day happens off the pitch. ⚽

A few weeks ago, Sapphire Utility Solutions got in touch to say their corporate box at Preston North End Football Club was free for the weekend.

Rather than let it go unused, they asked if we knew a family who might enjoy a day away from the day to day reality of living with a serious illness.

Supported by our team, Steph jumped at the chance to take her family along.

They spent the day together watching the match from the Invincibles Stand, enjoying a three course meal and just being a family for a few hours. No appointments, no worrying about what comes next. Just time together making memories.

Steph said she was absolutely thrilled and made up to be able to give her family such a special experience.

A huge thank you to Sapphire Utility Services for such a thoughtful gesture. Moments like this mean so much for families going through incredibly difficult times. 💚

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at Dr Oetker in Leyland?This month, our 1985 Business Club members are bein...
16/03/2026

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at Dr Oetker in Leyland?

This month, our 1985 Business Club members are being given a unique opportunity to find out, with a factory tour of their impressive frozen pizza site at Moss Side Industrial Estate, home to Chicago Town and Dr Oetker Ristorante.

It’s networking with a difference. A chance to connect with other local leaders, see a major Lancashire business up close, and explore how your company can turn purpose into real impact across our region.

The 1985 Business Club was named after the year St Catherine’s first began caring for our community. Today, our members help us continue that work, supporting local patients and families when they need us most.

If you would like to grow your network and be part of something bigger, we would love you to join us.

Find out more: corporate@stcatherines.co.uk

One of the best parts of running the St Catherine’s lottery is getting to knock on someone’s door and tell them they’ve ...
15/03/2026

One of the best parts of running the St Catherine’s lottery is getting to knock on someone’s door and tell them they’ve won our £1,000 jackpot.

That’s exactly what happened when we surprised Mr Gathercole at home recently. Safe to say he was absolutely delighted.

Like many people, he hadn’t been playing expecting to win. But the timing of his £1,000 prize couldn’t have been better.

He’s been struggling with his breathing when lying down at night and had been looking into buying a specialist adjustable bed to help him sleep more comfortably. Until now, it had felt out of reach.

Thanks to his win, he can now afford to buy one.

It means better sleep at night, and better days ahead too.

Our lottery costs just £1 a week to play. And while moments like this bring a lot of joy, every ticket also helps fund the specialist care and support we provide to local people and their families when they need it most. 💚

Play the lottery: https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/support-us/lottery/

Not all heroes wear capes… but some of ours did last week. 📚🦸‍♀️For World Book Day, our wonderful Lymphoedema team got i...
14/03/2026

Not all heroes wear capes… but some of ours did last week. 📚🦸‍♀️

For World Book Day, our wonderful Lymphoedema team got into the spirit by putting on their superhero capes.

They weren’t just dressing up for fun though. The capes were a great way to highlight a very special children’s book that the team gives to some of their younger patients to help them understand lymphoedema.

Living with lymphoedema can feel confusing and even a little scary for children, especially when they’re hearing lots of new medical words for the first time.

That’s why the team gives every child who comes to their first appointment a special book designed just for them. It explains what lymphoedema is, why it happens, and what they can do to help manage it. All in a way that’s clear, friendly and easy to understand.

Because sometimes the best way to help a child feel a little braver is by helping them understand what’s happening to their body.

And if a few superheroes are involved along the way, even better. 💚

The Mill Café reopens today! And we are starting as we mean to go on. ☕Our new spring and summer Afternoon Tea will be s...
13/03/2026

The Mill Café reopens today! And we are starting as we mean to go on. ☕

Our new spring and summer Afternoon Tea will be served from today, between 2pm and 4pm, with pre booking only.

Think freshly baked scones with cream and St Catherine’s raspberry and vanilla preserve. Finger sandwiches with Lancashire Fiddler crisps. Blue cheese and tender stem broccoli tart. Chicken mousse with sundried tomato tapenade. Strawberry tart. Rhubarb and white chocolate fool. And more besides.

You can enjoy it with a hot or soft drink for £20 per person, or add a glass of bubbles for £25. A children’s afternoon tea is also available for £12, and we have a vegan option too.

It’s a chance to slow down for a couple of hours. To catch up properly. To celebrate something, or simply enjoy good food in good company.

As always, every booking helps support the care we provide here at St Catherine’s. 💚

Book at themillatstcatherinespark.co.uk and come and see us when we reopen.

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St. Catherine's Hospice ( Lancashire ) Ltd, Lostock Hall, Lostock Lane
Preston
PR55XU

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+441772629171

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