St Mary’s Hospice is thrilled to announce that an incredible £130,654 has been raised during our Walk to Remember, making this the highest amount ever raised from a hospice-led initiative in our history. This achievement marks a monumental moment for our hospice, and it’s all thanks to the unwavering support of our community. For the …
After months of planning, organising, and anticipation, our Walk to Remember 2024 was not only a sellout success but also our biggest event to date! The night was filled with unforgettable moments of unity, reflection, and support for our hospice—and thanks to the unwavering backing of our incredible community, it truly became a night to …
Gale McKinnell, aged 73, was one of the oldest participants to complete the Walk to Remember, finishing the 10-mile walk in just over two hours. The event, organised by St Mary’s Hospice, is a fundraising initiative in which participants walk to honour loved ones. Gale took part to remember her brother, Dave Huddleston, who passed …
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The sun was beaming this weekend as hundreds of people headed to Keswick and Coniston for this year’s Keswick to Barrow and Coniston to Barrow walk. The 40 mile challenge from Keswick and 20 mile challenge from Coniston saw walkers raise money for charities close to their hearts and St Mary’s Hospice are unbelievably proud …
We all have things on our bucket list that seem out of our reach, but for a group of Cumbrian’s they just ticked off a big one. Skydiving, travelling the world, completing a challenge or getting to trek to Everest Base Camp are just some of the things we all have on our bucket list. …
Louise Askew knows just how important fundraising is to St Mary’s Hospice. Having worked at the hospice for a number of years and working closely with patients she sees just how much the hospice relies on money from the community. This is why she’s encouraging as many people as possible to join our events and …
Like many people, St Mary’s Hospice has touched the life of Kirsty Parkinson in a way she’ll never forget. Kirsty has always known about the hospice and the services we offer but experienced it all first hand when her dad, Eddie, was cared for on the in-patient unit in 2022. For years, Kirsty has fundraised …
Disco Ball Fest Exciting News! Are you ready to kick off 2024 in style? Join us for the Largest Clubbercise Class at Disco Ball Fest in Barrow! 💃🌐 This fully inclusive event welcomes everyone, regardless of ability. Even if you prefer a seated option, we’ve got you covered with a dedicated area. Plus, there’s …
We are overjoyed to once again express our gratitude for the incredible turnout we had at our Light Up A Life Services this year. The services were truly touching and heartwarming, thanks to all the amazing attendees and performers. Your presence and involvement made it a special and unforgettable occasion as we honored and remembered …
