Birmingham Hospice

13/11/2025

Today, we would like to say thank you to Kilby Packaging for supporting our wonderful Children’s Healing and Therapeutic Support (CHATS) Team here at Birmingham Hospice.

CHATS offers free emotional support to children and young people when a loved one is living with a life-limiting illness or has sadly died. As part of their memory work, the team creates 3D hand casts for families, a unique and lasting way to remember their loved ones.

Thanks to a kind donation of 150 boxes from Kilby Packaging, these precious casts can now be safely packaged and gifted to families.

Lynn Kilby, Commercial Director, said: “We were deeply touched to learn about the meaningful work carried out by the Children’s Healing and Therapeutic Support team. The care, time, and compassion they dedicate to helping children and families through some of life’s most difficult moments is truly inspiring. We were glad to be able to donate boxes to support the CHATS team and the families they care for.”

Mo Sasaru, Children’s Therapeutic Practitioner, added: “On behalf of the CHATS team, we want to say a huge thank you for the kind donation of boxes to Kilby Packaging. When a child has a loved one who is terminally ill, we offer to create a cast of their hands together. A person’s hands are unique, so capturing their form this way creates a lasting, treasurable memory and tangible gift that can bring comfort through grief.

"Kilby Packaging’s kind donation helps us package each special hand cast safely for delivery to the family and safe keeping whilst they find the perfect place to display their cast. We can also encourage the boxes to then be used as memory boxes for the child to collect sentimental items linked to their loved one for safe keeping.”

Thank you again to Kilby Packaging for helping us make every moment matter.

If your business could support us, please visit 👉 https://bit.ly/3UIbs4D

12/11/2025

This December, we will gather to remember the joy and light those special people brought to our lives at Light up a Life.

Details of this year’s services of remembrance:

📅 Monday 8 December, 6pm arrival for 6.45pm service
📍 Harvest Fields Centre B75 5TJ

(This is an indoor event)

📅 Thursday 11 December, 6pm arrival for 6.45pm service
📍 Birmingham Hospice - Selly Park B29 7DA

(This is an outdoor event)

We expect the services to last approximately 45 minutes. Please arrive in plenty of time, as all activities will be closed during the service and reopen afterwards including the book of remembrance.

Everyone (including children) is welcome to join no matter their age, personal beliefs or journey through grief. Each event will offer songs, readings, the lighting of the tree and the opportunity to celebrate with mince pies and hot drinks.

If you would like your loved one’s name to be honoured in our book of remembrance, please submit your dedication by Monday 1st December.

Dedicate a star in memory of your loved one and donate to ensure that hospice care is there for those living with a terminal illness and their loved ones 👉 https://bit.ly/4qzlkgb

11/11/2025

Bulls in the City merch now on sale! 🐂

After a summer of fun with the Bulls in the City art trail, we’re pleased to offer our official merchandise at a sale price – with funds raised going towards local end of life care.

From pens and pencils to tote bags and plushies, plus an exclusive trail jigsaw – there’s lots on offer.

Our merchandise would make a great Christmas present for any Brummie or trail fan.

Visit our website to see the collection 👉 https://bit.ly/4dWuE6G

10/11/2025

A heartfelt thank you, Quinton 💜

After 16 wonderful years at the heart of the Quinton community, we've made the difficult decision to close our charity shop. Despite lots of effort and promotions, footfall in the area has remained too low to sustain the shop financially.

Our amazing staff and volunteers have been offered opportunities within our other hospice shops, and we're so thankful for everything they've done – and for every shopper and donor who's supported us over the years. You've helped raise vital funds for our hospice and local communities, and we couldn't be more grateful.
All our other shops remain open and we'd love to see you there.

From all of us – thank you, Quinton, for 16 incredible years of kindness and support!

To find your nearest Birmingham Hospice shop, please visit our website 👉 https://bit.ly/4dK6xZS

09/11/2025

Plans for the Christmas Fayres at our Living Well Centres are well underway! They will be a brilliant opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy lots of festive fun.

Everyone is invited to join us and indulge in delicious Yuletide treats like mince pies, take part in games and browse our stalls. There will also be a special guest appearance from Santa!

By attending you will be helping to raise vital funds and support our work to provide high quality end of life and palliative care. Please see dates and times below:

Saturday, 29 November
Living Well Centre, Birmingham Hospice, 76 Grange Road, Erdington, B24 0DF
11am to 2pm

Saturday, 6 December
Living Well Centre, Birmingham Hospice, 176 Raddlebarn Road, Selly Park, B29 7DA
11am to 2pm

09/11/2025

To honour those who have served our country so bravely our Retail Team have created some beautiful displays throughout our shops to commemorate this year. These pictures are from our stores in Yardley, Castle Bromwich, Hobs Moat and Boldmere but many of our shops have created some wonderful displays to pay their respects.

We will be holding a minute’s silence on Tuesday to show our gratitude and remember all that they have done for us.

08/11/2025

Last chance to dive in! 🏊‍♀️

There’s still time to make a splash and take part in the Birmingham Hospice Swim Challenge — but don’t delay, it all wraps up on 1 December.

Did you know that 42% of our costs need to be covered through voluntary income — including fundraising events, shop sales, and donations?
That’s why your participation and sponsorship in challenges like this are so vital. Every length you swim helps ensure we can continue providing expert care and support for patients and families when they need it most.

So, grab your goggles, hit the pool, and rack up those lengths before Christmas — then enjoy that extra mince pie knowing you’ve earned it! 🏊‍♂️🎄

Sign up today and make every stroke count for Birmingham Hospice 👉 https://bit.ly/42YTr7y

07/11/2025

Ride the Reservoir returns on Sunday 26th April 2026. 🚴‍♂️

Now in its 11th year, this unforgettable cycling challenge will see you ride through scenic reservoirs and countryside surrounding Birmingham all while supporting people living with a terminal illness.

Starting and ending at Newman University, you’ll join hundreds of fellow cyclists for the early morning buzz, breathtaking views, and the unbeatable feeling of crossing the finish line! Every rider receives a GPX file, and expertly mapped and signposted routes, frequent pit stops with free refreshments, medal and a free jacket potato at the finish line.

Ready to ride? Choose your challenge and sign up today:

🚴 75km – Ideal for keen cyclists of all abilities, this route features a series of rolling climbs, including the famous Romsley Hill.
🚴 100km – Step it up with extra distance and even more stunning scenery.
🚴 100 miles – Back by popular demand – the ultimate challenge for experienced cyclists ready to go the distance.

Whether you’re a seasoned rider or taking on your first cycling challenge, make every mile matter. Sign up now 👉 https://bit.ly/4qORd4v

07/11/2025

Could you take the leap Santa style? 🎅🪂

Choose from two festive jump dates for our Santa Skydives on Saturday 6 December or Saturday 13 December.

By taking part in your Santa Skydive you will support local people living with a terminal diagnosis, and their families this Christmas.

Any questions, please ask our friendly Events Team at events@birminghamhospice.org.uk.

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/42tR8Jo

06/11/2025

Treecycling bookings are now OPEN 🎄

Between Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 January, our tree-mendous volunteers will collect and recycle your real Christmas tree straight from your doorstep.

Since 2012 when Treecycling began, we've collected over 44,000 trees and nearly raised a whopping £1 million. With your support, we can make 2026's Treecycling the biggest and best yet! 🤩

Can you help us to reach £1 million? Book today and save yourself a trip and a car full of needles this January 👉 https://bit.ly/3YT1DV0

For a donation, our tree-mendous team of volunteers will collect your Christmas tree from your doorstep and recycle it.

06/11/2025

6 weeks on from our first ever Dragon Boat Race — and what a splash it made. 🌊

A huge thank you to all our incredible teams, volunteers, and supporters who made the day so special. We’re thrilled to share that together you’ve raised an amazing £13,510.38 for Birmingham Hospice!

Your fundraising could help us:
💫 Provide round-the-clock palliative care for patients in our Inpatient Units
🤍 Fund vital clinical supplies like syringe drivers for pain relief
🏡 Support a full day of community nursing care for those who need us most

Team fundraising pages are still open — so if you haven’t yet, there’s still time to donate and help us make every moment matter.