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Students in Plymouth smash charity's £20 challenge

06 August 2024 CHSW

An education centre in Plymouth has taken part in an exciting challenge for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) - developing their entrepreneurial skills and at the same time raising money for a brilliant cause!


A group of Learners at ‘Eat That Frog’ in Mutley were given £20 each and challenged with coming up with ways of using this to raise funds for the charity.


They bought ingredients and materials and got baking and making! They ran a tuck shop, made bracelets, sold homemade dog treats, treated staff to breakfast baps... just some of the inspiring ways they worked together to make

Classic Minis Galore at Little Harbour

06 August 2024 CHSW

On Saturday 13 July, the Cornish Mini Club visited Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) Little Harbour hospice.


They presented a cheque of £1,400, which is their largest donation to the charity to date.


Cornish Mini Club members vote to nominate charities to support each year, and this year they chose CHSW alongside Cornwall Blood Bikes.


The club raised the funds at the Riviera Run at Pentewan Sands Holiday Park on the early May Bank Holiday weekend by holding events such as a raffle, stereo and exhaust sound off competitions, an evening quiz, Show and Shine competitions and a glow show

Dad and daughter get on their bikes to help children's hospice

05 August 2024 CHSW

A dad and his daughter got on their bikes to raise money for the children’s hospice which supports their family.

Ian Nash and his daughter Charlie, 12, completed a sponsored 11-mile cycle ride from their home in Nailsea to Ian’s mum’s house in Lower Weare, raising an incredible £1250 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). The family began their fundraising drive due to the fact that son and brother Riley, 10, has been supported at the charity’s Charlton Farm hospice in Wraxall since 2021. The money raised will be used to purchase items on Charlton Farm hospice’s ‘wish list’ including switch

Boy from Plymouth holds t-shirt comp for CHSW

31 July 2024 CHSW

A boy from Plymouth held a ‘design a t-shirt’ competition in aid of the children’s hospice that supports his family.

Tommy, aged 9, wanted to fundraise for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), the charity that was there for his family when his younger brother Jack died.

Tommy and his school, Pennycross Primary, organised a competition to design a t-shirt for the charity’s bear mascot.

Representatives from the charity, and the bear, attended an assembly at the school to launch the competition, and the children were given a month to submit their designs.

The whole school were invited to pay a

Tamar Restoration raise £5000 for Children’s Hospice South West

30 July 2024 CHSW

Members of the Tamar Restoration and Engineering Club (TREC) handed over a donation of £5000 to Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW)

TREC was initially formed in 2017, when retired friends came together to restore an old tractor that was gathering dust in a barn belonging to one of the members.

The restoration bought the old Nuffield tractor back to life. Proud of their achievement and with a new found camaraderie through the close working relationship, the group enthusiastically tackled their next project, a Land Rover renovation.

The vehicle was in need of extensive restoration to get it

Mum and daughter take to catwalk for charity fashion show

29 July 2024 CHSW

A mum is to take to the fashion catwalk to raise money for the children’s hospice which has proved ‘game-changing’ for her disabled daughter.

Laura Hobbs-Wall will be modelling at the ‘Strength in Style’ Fashion Show in Bath in September alongside her 14-year-old daughter Amelie. The show, being held at Bath’s Assembly Rooms on 26 September, will raise money for 3 causes - Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), Dorothy House and cancer support charity We Get It.

This is the second time that Laura, 48 and Amelie, have taken to the catwalk, also modelling at the show in 2023. Laura, from Bath

Lavethan Manor Garden opens in support of CHSW

29 July 2024 chsw

A Cornish garden is opening in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Lavethan Manor Garden at Blisland, will be open for visitors to enjoy from 2pm - 5pm on 11 August for just £6 entry.

There will be light musical entertainment at 3pm (weather permitting) and refreshments will also be available to purchase.

Lavethan Manor is a fascinating ancient Cornish Manor House overlooking a quiet wooded valley and the gardens include an enclosed courtyard and mixed planting borders. There is also a recently discovered Victorian dell garden with springs, grotto, ancient well, Celtic crosses and

Cricket club's 150th anniversary challenge to raise money for hospice

23 July 2024 CHSW

A team of cyclists got on their bikes to cycle from Lord’s Cricket Ground to their home pitch to celebrate 150 years of their club.

A team from Clevedon Cricket Club pedalled the 150 miles from the world-famous Lord’s Cricket Ground in St John’s Wood, London, to their home at Dial Hill, Clevedon over 3 days to raise money for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

The team, made up of club members and supporters, collected a cricket ball from Lord’s to take with them on the trip, presenting it to Clevedon Cricket Club President Ben Hazeldine on their return as part of the annual President’s Day

Camel Glass Raises £8,698 for CHSW Through Year-Long Fundraising Efforts

22 July 2024 Camel Glass

Camel Glass is proud to announce the successful raising of £8,698 for Children's Hospice Southwest (CHSW), a remarkable achievement resulting from a year-long series of fundraising events. The funds will support CHSW in providing essential care and support for children with life-limiting conditions and their families.

The team at Camel Glass engaged in a variety of fundraising activities throughout the year, showcasing their dedication and commitment to making a difference in the community. Key events included sponsored bike rides, festive Santa runs, a challenging 100-mile castle trek

Motorcyclists gear up for second charity bike show

19 July 2024 CHSW

The roar of engines will be filling Bristol this summer for an annual charity bike show

Members of the Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA) are revving up ready for their second Bike Show at St Peter’s Church, Lawrence Weston, on 26 August in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

The family-friendly show will see bikers from across Bristol showcase their machines and there will be motorbike related stalls, face painting, a bouncy castle, a café selling cakes and cream teas and a barbecue. There will also be music throughout the day, including a DJ.

The event will also have the