Rye, Winchelsea & District Memorial Hospital

10/10/2025

Don't forget that if you or someone you know would be eligible to apply for our new scholarship to study for a second degree (subject to specific criteria), the closing date is TODAY Friday (10 October). For full details go to https://ryehospital.org.uk/scholarship/

07/10/2025

We're pleased to announce that we are having an extra Quiz Night on Friday 14th November in the Tudor Room at The Mermaid when Graham and Tracey will return as our resident quizmasters. Welcome to all newcomers ... if you've been before then you know the drill (but remember to bring your own snacks this time)! Here's to another evening of laughter, prizes and fiendish questions! Get in touch at fundraising@ryehospital.org.uk or call 01797 228842 to book your table for up to six quizzers 🤔❓❓

22/09/2025

In case you missed Friday's article in the Rye News ... please follow this link

Charlotte Kneer CEO of Rye and District Hospital and The hub on air BBC Radio Sussex News The Leslie Fitch Scholarship goes live By Francesca Clent - September 18, 2025 0 163 As announced in last week’s News in Brief, on Wednesday Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital Ltd (the Charity) la...

17/09/2025

We are so excited to announce the launch of our new scholarship programme in memory of one of our devoted Friends, Leslie Fitch. To hear more about the scholarship please tune in today from 12pm on the Sarah Gorrell lunchtime show on BBC Sussex and BBC Surrey to hear the interview with our CEO, Charlotte Kneer.

The Leslie Fitch Scholarship is open to any student wishing to study for a second degree in a range of medical disciplines leading to employment within the NHS. Certain eligibility criteria must be met so please visit https://ryehospital.org.uk/scholarship/ for further information and to apply. The application window is now open until Friday 17 October.

Any enquiries should be sent to francesca@ryehospital.org.uk or call 01797 228842.

08/09/2025

Following another wonderful Charity Golf Day at Rye Golf Club on Wednesday 27th August, we are delighted to confirm that just over £7,675 was raised - our highest amount to date! As always the staff were amazing. It was a little blustery but that didn't deter any of the players taking part. Thank you to everyone involved in making it such a special day!

22/07/2025

We are delighted to share that we raised just over £490 at our Quiz Night last Friday! Our best one yet! A huge thank you to The Mermaid for providing the Tudor Room and bar staff. Also huge thanks to our volunteers who helped on the night, our quizmasters Graham and Tracey and of course, all those who came along to support the event. Congratulations to the Saltcotes who came 1st place ... it was closely fought with some strong competition!

We hope to return with another Quiz Night in the future so keep an eye on our socials for an announcement!

17/07/2025

We have had a last minute cancellation so there is still one table left at our Quiz Night tomorrow ... don't be shy, it's a really fun night out!

10/07/2025

Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to cancel the Bat & Trap event planned for Friday 25 July. We would like to thank Rye Cricket Club for offering their venue.

09/07/2025

A huge thank you to all those who were involved in last Sunday's Winchelsea Open Gardens either by opening their gardens or by helping in the hall providing refreshments. It was a lovely day until the heavens opened at the end but it didn't seem to dampen anyone's spirits. We're delighted to say that £828.95 was raised which will be used towards the ongoing costs of supporting our local hospital, patients and staff.

04/07/2025

We hope to see many of you at our NGS Winchelsea Open Gardens charity day this Sunday from 2pm. Come along to enjoy some secret treasures! Refreshments will be served in New Hall. Full details are attached 🎍🪴

16/06/2025

Events are like buses ... wait long enough and two come along at once! We are pleased to announce that the Charity will be once again benefit from the National Gardens Scheme Winchelsea Open Gardens charity day on Sunday 6th July from 2pm. Don't miss out on walking round some really beautiful hidden treasures - details attached and available at https://ryehospital.org.uk/event/.

We are also holding another of our (in)famous Quiz Nights on Friday 18th July in the Tudor Room of The Mermaid. Doors open at 7pm and tables are booking up fast! Brace yourself for an evening of good natured silliness and frivolity ... oh and some fiendish questions!

04/04/2025

Our CEO, Charlotte Kneer MBE, attended the Winchelsea Fellowship Lunch on Friday 28th March to thank them for their fundraising efforts in aid of our Charity. She was delighted to receive a cheque for £105 which will be put towards the ongoing fundraising to replace our ward curtains. Charlotte enjoyed a wonderful lunch and networking with the group.