Barnsley Hospice

Barnsley Hospice Barnsley Hospice provides specialist palliative care and support to hundreds of local people and their families each year.
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Barnsley Hospice is a charity (reg number 700586) providing specialist palliative and end of life care for people living with a life-limiting illness and those close to them. Our main priority is to achieve the best possible quality of life for patients with a life limiting diseases, whilst supporting their families, during periods of illness and at the end of life. As a specialist care provider, the range of skills we offer include, pain and symptom management, emotional support and bereavement support. We are a charity - our care is free for patients but not free to provide. We are funded through an NHS grant, plus the generous donations and fundraising efforts of our community and supporters. Please note, we care for patients at home, in the community and at the hospice. We care for patients with all life-limiting illnesses - not just cancer. And, we support patients' families and those close to them too.

👀 You may have seen our new Pyjama Day pack, with ideas, resources and tips to make your fundraiser a success. But what’...
04/03/2026

👀 You may have seen our new Pyjama Day pack, with ideas, resources and tips to make your fundraiser a success. But what’s actually included in the pack?

✨ Tips and a checklist to help plan your Pyjama Day.
✨ Printable posters to promote your event.
✨ Themed wordsearch and colouring sheets.
✨ Make your own Sleep Mask
✨ and Pyjama Day Bingo!

Simply download the pack, pick a day and plan activities, then collect donations to support Barnsley Hospice. 🧡

To download our pack, go to our website: https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/pyjama-day-pack/ https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/pyjama-day-pack/

04/03/2026

It's wonderful to be able to provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment here at the hospice for men in Barnsley thanks to funding from the Better Barnsley Bond.

After two successful Men's Shed sessions, we have ten remaining throughout the year.

The group is open to:

🧡 Any man aged 18+ living in Barnsley who is either:
🧡 Living with a life-limiting illness
🧡 Caring for someone with a life-limiting illness
🧡 Bereaved after a life-limiting illness

The next group takes place on Friday 27 March, 10 am to 12 pm.

You can find out more on our website here https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/barnsley-hospice-mens-shed/

Wishing everyone celebrating Holi a joyful and colourful day. 🧡Holi, known as the Festival of Colours, celebrates love, ...
04/03/2026

Wishing everyone celebrating Holi a joyful and colourful day. 🧡

Holi, known as the Festival of Colours, celebrates love, renewal and the arrival of spring, bringing communities together in joy and positivity.

At Barnsley Hospice, we value diversity and inclusion, caring for everyone with respect and understanding. ✨

Spring is on our doorstep here at the hospice, which means our award-winning volunteer gardeners are back to tend to the...
03/03/2026

Spring is on our doorstep here at the hospice, which means our award-winning volunteer gardeners are back to tend to the outdoor areas of our building. 🌻🌸

Each patient's room opens up to our beautiful gardens, which are lovingly tended to by our dedicated team of volunteers. It was wonderful to welcome the team back after a long winter as we all look forward to warmer days and brighter nights.

For our patients and visitors, our gardens are more than just beautiful tranquil spaces, they provide moments and memories for all who enjoy them and this wouldn't be possible without our amazing volunteers and you, our wonderful supporters. 🧡

To find out more about the care and support we provide to the people of Barnsley thanks to such volunteers and supporters, head to our website at https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/about/about-barnsley-hospice/

📌 An update regarding our Barnsley Hospice Café: After much consideration, we are sharing the news that our Barnsley Hos...
03/03/2026

📌 An update regarding our Barnsley Hospice Café:

After much consideration, we are sharing the news that our Barnsley Hospice Café at Mapplewell and Staincross Village Hall will close permanently on 2 April 2026.

We opened the café as part of our commitment to finding new and innovative ways to raise funds to secure the future of hospice care in our town. However, like any new business or project, it has always been our intention to review and evaluate its success to determine whether the café was a viable long-term option for the hospice.

As a charity, we are committed to transparency and ensuring that we make the best decisions to generate the required funds to support our services. After reviewing the data available, it is apparent that the café has not been profitable in the way we initially hoped, despite proactive steps taken over the last few months to address this. We need to raise around two-thirds of our running costs each year, and we will continue to allocate our resources most effectively to deliver the specialist compassionate care we are proud to provide for our community.

Our heartfelt thanks go to our staff and volunteers involved in the set-up and running of our café, and everyone who has supported it since we opened. We would also like to acknowledge Mapplewell and Staincross Village Hall for their support throughout this venture.

We will continue to operate the café over the next month and hope you will join us for a cup of coffee and a slice of cake or two.

Thank you for your ongoing support, Barnsley🧡.

You can read this statement and FAQs about the closure of our café here: https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/2026/03/03/barnsley-hospice-cafe-statement/

Today is Zero Discrimination Day. 🧡At Barnsley Hospice, inclusion isn’t just a statement, it’s part of who we are. Every...
02/03/2026

Today is Zero Discrimination Day. 🧡

At Barnsley Hospice, inclusion isn’t just a statement, it’s part of who we are. Every single day, we provide specialist palliative and end of life care to people across Barnsley, supporting individuals from all walks of life.

We believe that everyone deserves outstanding care, regardless of their background, beliefs, culture, identity or circumstances. Our hospice is a place of comfort, safety and understanding, where everyone is warmly welcomed and treated as individuals.

Ross, our CEO/Chief Nurse, shares:
“At Barnsley Hospice, we are proud to stand for fairness, respect and compassion. Zero Discrimination Day is a reminder that everyone deserves to feel safe, valued and supported - especially at the most important moments in their lives. We are committed to ensuring our hospice is a place where difference is embraced and kindness always comes first.”

Because you care, we can continue to create a community where kindness leads and discrimination has no place. 🧡

⏰ Last chance to apply! ⏰We are recruiting a Nursing Associate (Fixed Term/Maternity Cover) and applications close soon....
02/03/2026

⏰ Last chance to apply! ⏰

We are recruiting a Nursing Associate (Fixed Term/Maternity Cover) and applications close soon. 🧡

If you are a compassionate and motivated Nursing Associate looking to develop your skills in specialist palliative and end of life care, this is your opportunity to join a team delivering outstanding, person-centred care to local people living with life-limiting illness.

At Barnsley Hospice, every role plays a vital part in supporting patients and their families with dignity, compassion and comfort when it matters most.

🗓 Apply by: 3 March 2026
🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/about/recruitment/nursing-associate-3/

Don’t miss your chance to make a real difference in our community. 🧡

Could you support Barnsley Hospice by holding a Pyjama Day this month? 🧡Maybe your workplace or school could ditch unifo...
01/03/2026

Could you support Barnsley Hospice by holding a Pyjama Day this month? 🧡

Maybe your workplace or school could ditch uniforms for your favourite ‘Jim Jams’, or perhaps you’re part of a running or sports club that could collect donations for swapping sportswear for nightwear for a day. 🧸

To help you run your own fundraiser, we’ve created a Pyjama Day Pack with posters, games and tips to help you raise as much money as possible.

To download and print the pack, head to our website: https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/pyjama-day-pack/

💰 It's now March which means the Accumulator Challenge 2026 is off and running! This year, there are 23 businesses and g...
01/03/2026

💰 It's now March which means the Accumulator Challenge 2026 is off and running!

This year, there are 23 businesses and groups taking part to raise as much money as possible throughout the entire month of March.

Please try and support the following amazing businesses during their fundraising efforts, as every penny counts to help us deliver our specialist services to the people of Barnsley:

The Orangery (Barnsley Hospice)
Dolly's Desserts
Barnsley College
Best Solicitors
KM Travel
GXO
PureGym Barnsley
Osborne Technologies
Tesco Extra Stairfoot
Victoria Medical Centre
Cake Station Swinton
ibis Styles Barnsley
Berneslai Homes
Glitz & Glam
The Hair Revolution Barnsley
Wynsors
Falco Lounge
NatWest Barnsley
Dearne Valley Pet Centre Ltd
Gibson Booth UK
Barnsley Bowl
Allendale Building Supplies
Premier Foods

Thank you to you all and good luck!

Adrenaline seeker or more of a steady-pace, feel good kind of challenger? 😄🧡However you like to take on a challenge, the...
28/02/2026

Adrenaline seeker or more of a steady-pace, feel good kind of challenger? 😄🧡

However you like to take on a challenge, there’s something for everyone in our 2026 events - all in support of Barnsley Hospice.

🪂 Love a thrill? Take the leap with our 15,000 ft Tandem Skydive and support local hospice care from the skies.
👉 https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/15000-ft-tandem-skydive/

🥾 Prefer to keep your feet on the ground? Join our Hospice Hike and walk 8, 12 or 20 miles with friends, family and the community behind you.
👉 https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/hospice-walk/

Big jump or long walk - either way, you’ll be doing something incredible for people and families across Barnsley.

Go on… which one’s got your name on it? 🧡

🐰 Hop into spring at our Easter Fair! Join us for egg hunts, crafts, games, delicious treats and family fun. 🐥Bring alon...
28/02/2026

🐰 Hop into spring at our Easter Fair! Join us for egg hunts, crafts, games, delicious treats and family fun. 🐥

Bring along friends and family to help make a difference to Barnsley Hospice and the care we provide together. We can’t wait to see you there! 🧡

⏰ Sunday 22 March, 11 am and 1:30 pm

📍 Barnsley Hospice, Church Street, Gawber

👀 It’s Back for 2026…the Barnsley Hospice Abseil at Barnsley College! 🧗 Entries are now OPEN!Starting from the very top ...
27/02/2026

👀 It’s Back for 2026…the Barnsley Hospice Abseil at Barnsley College! 🧗

Entries are now OPEN!

Starting from the very top of the iconic red building on Old Mill Lane, enjoy the stunning views across our beloved town before descending 100 feet to be greeted by applauding supporters.

Grab your friends, family and colleagues and enjoy a fun and adrenaline-packed day together whilst making a big difference to the people in Barnsley on Saturday 16 May.

Registration costs £30 and we ask all those completing the abseil to raise a minimum of £200 to support the specialist care we provide here at Barnsley Hospice for local people and their loved ones.

Find out more and secure your abseil spot here 👇
https://www.barnsleyhospice.org/event/barnsley-hospice-abseil/

A special thanks to Ardagh Glass for sponsoring this event.

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Church Street, Gawber
Barnsley
S752RL

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+441226244244

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