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Pure Professionals Raises Vital Funds for Children’s Hospice South West Through 2025 Charity Partnership

24 June 2026 CHSW

Throughout 2025, Pure Professionals proudly supported Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) as its Charity of the Year, raising funds through a series of team fundraising initiatives.

The company’s biggest challenge saw members of the team take on the demanding 58km Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge in support of their local children’s hospice. Alongside the trek, employees also took part in CHSW’s £50 Challenge, organising fundraising activities including a Christmas cake sale, raffle and office sweepstake.

The funds raised will help CHSW continue providing care and support for babies, children

Enjoy entry to Malibu Gardens for Children’s Hospice South West

24 June 2026 CHSW

A garden on the North Coast of Cornwall is opening in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW).

Malibu Gardens, on Tristram Cliff in Polzeath, will be open for visitors on Saturday 4 July.

The garden has stunning uninterrupted views over Polzeath beach and Pentire headland, with a large variety of shrubs and succulents in full bloom for visitors to enjoy.

Entry to the garden is £5, and plants, cream teas, cakes and biscuits will be available to purchase, with all proceeds going to CHSW. Well behaved dogs on leads are also welcome in the garden. There is limited parking available on

Rainbow Run Cornwall raises £120,000 for Children’s Hospice South West

22 June 2026 CHSW

1,400 people took part in Cornwall’s brightest fun run on Saturday 20 June as RAF St Mawgan once again hosted the Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) Rainbow Run, sponsored by Kernow Coatings.

The event returned to Newquay for its 12th year, and has already seen an incredible £120,000 raised, which will help provide care to babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions supported by CHSW’s Little Harbour hospice in St Austell. Since its launch 12 years ago, the event has now raised over £1,000,000 for the charity.

After a morning of entertainment in the event village

Annual Newquay Gig Row success!

22 June 2026 CHSW

The annual Newquay Gig Row took place on Saturday 14 June, raising funds for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) and bringing together a vibrant mix of local participants and supporters.

In a closely fought competition, Kernow Welding claimed first place, followed by Elevate Offshore in second and Start & Row (Start & Co) in third. The winning crews were presented with their certificates by Newquay’s Mayor, Drew Creek.

A total of 11 crews took part in the event, representing a wide range of businesses, community groups and groups of friends who all came together to take part and enjoy the

CHSW welcomes Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales’s message for Children’s Hospice Week

16 June 2026 CHSW

On the first day of Children’s Hospice Week 2026, Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales has invited everyone to join her in celebrating the work of children’s hospices, just like Children's Hospice South West (CHSW).

Led across the UK by Together for Short Lives, the leading charity for children living with serious illness, Children’s Hospice Week is the only week of the year dedicated to children’s hospices and the families who rely on them, including CHSW. The week runs from Monday 15 June-Sunday 21 June.

In her message, Her Royal Highness reflects on children’s hospices as places of joy

11 New Mental Health First Aiders Supporting Torbay’s Wellbeing 

08 June 2026 Liz Day - Collectively Diverse

On Friday 10th April 2026, eleven individuals from across Torbay successfully completed their Ofqual regulated Level 2 FAA First Aid for Mental Health qualification - another fantastic step forward for community wellbeing.

This training was generously funded by Active Devon and delivered by Liz Day of Collectively Diverse, bringing together a group of passionate professionals committed to supporting mental health through their work.

Seven attendees were from Healthscape, alongside four other physical activity providers — all working in partnership with Active Devon to use movement and

Porsche Club GB Brings “Porsche Joy” to Children at Little Bridge House

08 June 2026 CHSW

A fleet of cars and generous community spirit combined to create a memorable day for children and families at Little Bridge House, as members of Porsche Club Great Britain made their annual visit to the hospice.

13 club members arrived in convoy, showcasing a striking variety of Porsche models, much to the delight of the families and staff. The visit has become a much-anticipated annual tradition.

Throughout the day families and staff were given the opportunity to enjoy short passenger rides in the iconic sports cars.

Following the rides, club members were invited on a guided tour of Little

Goonvean Group Goes the Distance with ‘Marathon May’ Fundraising Challenge for Children’s Hospice South West

08 June 2026 CHSW

Inspired by the spirit and determination of the London Marathon, colleagues at Goonvean Group laced up their running shoes to take on a challenge of their own. They took on their own ‘Marathon May’, an ambitious team effort to complete the equivalent of 5 marathons over 5 consecutive days.

Across the week-long challenge two teams, comprising a total of 10 runners, each covered 8.5km per day, collectively achieving the distance of a full marathon every day. The initiative was organised in support of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), raising an impressive £4,131.

The challenge brought

Team Agrii gear up for another Ride for Precious Lives challenge

08 June 2026 CHSW

A dedicated team of South West agronomists are gearing up to take on one of Children’s Hospice South West’s toughest and most inspiring challenges, as they once again join this year’s Ride for Precious Lives.

Mike, Andy, Brendon and Zak, who are all employed by UK company, Agrii, will be among more than 100 cyclists taking part in the annual sponsored cycling weekend, covering 200 miles while raising vital funds to support babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families across the South West.

Brendon Moolman for Team Agrii said:
“Team Agrii have been

Cyber community raises nearly £10K for Children’s Hospice South West through BSides Exeter partnership

05 June 2026 CHSW

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is celebrating the continued support of the South West’s cyber security community, as BSides Exeter reaches an incredible milestone of almost £10,000 raised for the charity over the past 3 years.

BSides Exeter is part of the global security BSides movement; a community-driven series of cyber security conferences focused on collaboration, accessibility and knowledge sharing. Unlike larger commercial events, BSides creates space for a wide range of voices, from experienced practitioners to students and those new to the industry.

Event organiser Pete Jones