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The La La Choirs will be making a rousing return to Exeter Cathedral next month for a very special Christmas concert in aid of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW).

The sixth annual concert by the popular community choir will take place on Friday, December 10 and tickets are available to buy now.

The La La Choirs, which boasts more than 250 members and has choirs in Exeter, Exmouth, Ottery St Mary and Plymouth, were unable to perform at the cathedral last year due to COVID 19 but despite the pandemic, members have not missed a single practice session, getting together virtually to perform.

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People in North Devon are being invited to remember someone they love this Christmas, while supporting the vital work of the region’s two hospice charities.

For a quarter-of-a-century, the annual Light Up a Life appeal has given people the chance to come together and light a candle in memory of loved ones at a series of special church services in support of North Devon Hospice (NDH) in Barnstaple, and Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) in Fremington.

Services were unable to go ahead last year due to the pandemic, but a limited number will go ahead this year in churches around North Devon

Hazel Pattison, age 41 from Bristol, is taking on the Penguin Challenge and pledging to raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

The Penguin Challenge requires participants to do 2 open water swims a month between November and March. Hazel is allowed to wear a wetsuit but has decided it will be more of a challenge to try and do 4 dips a month in a bikini!

Hazel has chosen to raise funds for CHSW having visited its local hospice, Charlton Farm near Bristol, before the pandemic.

“I always try and do something for charity each year and a few years ago I ran the Bristol Half

Children’s Hospice South West supporters in Devon have celebrated 30 years of the charity at a magical gala dinner in Exeter.

The Narnia-themed evening at Woodbury Park Hotel and Golf Club on November 12 raised nearly £12,000 for the charity, while giving guests the chance to look back on three decades of incredible care for local families.

The Christmas tree-lined ball room – a nod to the Narnia sensory garden at the charity’s Little Bridge House hospice near Barnstaple – added extra sparkle to a special anniversary evening.

Guests were entertained by a roaming magician before enjoying a

Housebuilder Cavanna Homes has raised £4,613 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) at its charity golf day at Woodbury Park near Exeter.

Cavanna team members, local businesses and contractors took to the greens in October following a networking breakfast, playing 18 holes of golf, many of which were sponsored by local businesses. In the evening, attendees enjoyed a three-course barbecue and took part in an auction, bidding for prizes donated by local suppliers and businesses.

It was Cavanna’s latest fundraiser for CHSW, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2021. The housebuilder

The Vice Presidents Club at Plymouth Argyle is again organising its annual black-tie event at the new Argyle Hospitality lounge on Saturday 11 December in aid of Children’s Hospice South West.

The event was unable to go ahead in 2020 due to covid restrictions however with the rules now relaxed the event can safely proceed. At £45 per head this is a great option for a Christmas get-together with colleagues or family while helping to raise money for a local charity.

Tickets are selling fast and numbers are limited to ensure everyone attending feels safe, comfortable and can enjoy another

A new variety of rose has been created to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Children’s Hospice South West.

The ‘Precious Lives’ rose was specially grown by rose expert David White, Managing Director of Bedfordshire-based World of Roses.

David also created the ‘Jill Farwell’ rose in memory of the charity’s co-founder following her death in 2004.

CHSW area fundraiser Heidi Roberts said the new magenta-coloured rose was named by the charity in recognition of the care it provides to help families make the most of short and precious lives at its three hospices, Little Bridge House near Barnstaple

The Rural Living Show is making a welcome return to the prestigious King’s Hall School in Taunton on November 27 and 28 in support of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Now in its 28th year, the event has become a firm favourite in the Somerset festive calendar and will once again showcase the best the region has to offer in high quality and unique artisan craft, homeware, fashion, textiles, art, design, fragrance and beauty.

The popular food and drink section is also back with a superb selection of fabulous local produce.

Working closely with founder Louise Walker, who started the much

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is inviting people to a festive afternoon of Christmas fun and treats at Tucker’s Grave Inn’s new Parlour café.

The Christmas Fair in Faulkland on Sunday 28 November from 2-5pm in the Parlour café will help CHSW provide support and care to families of children with life-limiting conditions.

Mince pies, mulled wine and a selection of hot drinks and goodies will be on offer, with stalls from local businesses and crafts people.

“We’re so grateful to Tuckers for giving us the Parlour Café for our Christmas Fair – following a truly wonderful charity cream

Gordano Year 8 student Cian Redman has set himself a challenge to climb the height of Mount Everest over the winter months to raise money for Children's Hospice South West. Along the way he is involving friends, family and members of his rugby team - Gordano Sharks u13s.

A big shout out to his fellow Gordano students Xander Welsh, Zak Howells, and Lucas Manning who have all supported him on his first walk by climbing and Pen Y Fan over half-term. The five of them clocked up 1,122m.

Only 7,727 metres to go Cian, good luck and keep going.

His JustGiving page has already raised over £400, and