Pendleside Hospice

30/03/2026

Join us for our Memories on the Lake event on Saturday 16th May, Thompson Park, Burnley 🕯️

Come prepared with your picnic blankets and as the sun descents, we will light our personalised floating lanterns together to honour special moments shared with those no longer with us 💜

We have a whole host of entertainment planned with Contempo Choir, Kate Daggett Soprano, Pendle Community Orchestra, Trawden String Quartet and Steve Sumner Bagpiper! 🎻

Pendleside Pitstop will be serving hot food and refreshments, Burnley Leisure will have their Dirty Fries van and the Pavillion will offer a fully stocked bar, other refreshments are also available from The Boathouse.

🚶5k memory walk from Pendleside Hospice at 6pm
🎵Entertainment & Refreshments from 6.30pm – Thompson Park
🕯️Memorial Service from 8pm

Find out more on our website to take part in the sponsored walk, dedicate a lantern in memory of your loved one or opt to have your loved ones’ photo on the big screen www.pendleside.org.uk/memories-on-the-lake

Event kindly sponsored by Alderson & Horan Funeral Services 🌹

29/03/2026

Introducing Team B – Jo Driver & Jo Baldwin!

The two Jo’s are stepping up for Race Across Pendle 2026, and they are more than ready for the challenge.

Best friends for years, full of energy and always up for an adventure, these ladies didn’t hesitate for a second before signing up. They’re determined, they’re enthusiastic, and they’re bringing serious team spirit with them.

If you’d like to support them click on the link below 👇

https://www.justgiving.com/page/jojo26?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

Team B are ready to take the race by storm. More teams coming soon… stay tuned! 💛🔥

29/03/2026

This week, our Palliative group had a very special birthday to celebrate 💛

Sheila turned 90!

At the hospice, we never say no to a slice of cake, so it felt only right to sing to Sheila and share a little treat with everyone.🎂

28/03/2026

We’re excited to be hosting a Volunteer Recruitment event!

If you’re interested in volunteering, we’d love to meet you 💛

We have a range of roles available, including retail, driving, catering, gardening, and more. 🚗👖🍽️

Without our amazing volunteers, the hospice simply couldn’t function the way it does.

📅 Tuesday 21st April 2026
🕑 2–5pm
📍 Pendleside Hospice Furniture Shop

Come along, have a chat and find out how you can get involved.

27/03/2026

This week we’re starting something special – Feedback Fridays 💛

We’re so grateful to receive such kind thank you cards each week. Every single one is shared with our team, because they deserve to see just how much their care and kindness means to others.

These messages come from patients and their loved ones, and they really do make our day.

Here’s one we wanted to share with you this week…

26/03/2026

Thankful Thursday 🫶

Thank you to Skipton Building Society and its customers for their generous donation of £2,035.

And just to top it off they have signed up once again to this years Corporate Challenge! We can't wait to see what they get up to.

26/03/2026

Thankful Thursday 🫶

A huge thank you once again to the Pendle Powerfest team for their incredible support of Pendleside Hospice throughout 2025, raising an amazing £1,326 at their Cars and Coffee events. 🚗☕

Since 2022, the team have raised a fantastic £14,796 in aid of Pendleside by hosting collections at their events and inviting us along with our raffle car to sell tickets.

We’re very much looking forward to attending more of their upcoming events in 2026! Be sure to check out the Pendle Powerfest page to see what they have planned in the coming months.

Our Head of Events, Sammi Graham, attended their first event of 2026 on Sunday at Daisy to receive the generous cheque and catch up with the team, including their littlest members, twins Daisy and Delilah 💛

26/03/2026

Tickets available for Pendle Powerfest Easter event 👇

Tickets are now available for Easter Egg Hunt at Holmefield House, Nelson on Sun 5 Apr 2026 at 12:00PM. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

25/03/2026

Introducing our first team for Race Across Pendle 2026!

Meet team A – Vinny & Joe

Best mates from Burnley, competitive to the core and absolutely buzzing for this year's race!

They’re sporty, determined and already convinced they’ve got this in the bag. 💪

Confidence isn’t an issue for these two. You can support them here- https://www.justgiving.com/page/vinnynjoe-raceacrosspendle

Team A are fired up, ready to go and coming in hot. More teams revealed soon… stay tuned!💛

24/03/2026

Meet the Team Tuesday 💛

Jim Moodie – Maintenance

Jim is a valued member of our Maintenance team, who helps keep the hospice running smoothly. His role is incredibly varied and hands-on, from decorating and general repairs to fixing patients’ beds and supporting with any maintenance needs across the hospice. Whatever needs doing, Jim is always ready to help. 🔨

He’s also a great support to our fundraising team, helping to set up and pack down events.

You’ll often spot Jim walking around the hospice with a big smile from ear to ear. 😁

Around Christmas time, Jim can sometimes also be known as Father Christmas in disguise! If you joined us at last year’s Santa Dash, you may have spotted him in his suit. Cheering everyone on, spreading festive joy and handing out selection boxes. 🎅

Outside of work, Jim enjoys spending as much time as possible with his family and friends.

Thanks for all of your hard work, we are lucky to have you!

23/03/2026

She’s off! 🥾

Today, Vanessa Woodall begins an incredible 96-mile journey along the West Highland Way, all in support of Pendleside Hospice.

Over the next six days, she’ll push herself across some of Scotland’s most challenging and beautiful landscapes.🌄

Pendleside Hospice means so much to so many local families, and we are beyond grateful that Vanessa has chosen to take on this huge challenge to support the care we provide every single day.

Even more amazing, this is a completely self-funded challenge, so every penny raised goes directly to supporting our patients and their loved ones.

If you’d like to be part of Vanessa’s journey, she’s inviting anyone who can spare £1 or £2 to donate, and she will carry the name of your loved one with her along the route as a tribute.

To support Vanessa along the way, you can do so here 👉 https://bit.ly/4dzhCiE

Good luck, we are all cheering you on every mile! 👏

22/03/2026

Back by popular demand, the Mountain Bike Challenge 2026 is here! 🚴‍♂️

After last year’s incredible turnout, we’re taking it up a gear for our third year, and you’re invited!

Join us for an unforgettable ride through the stunning bridleways of Pendle. Expect breathtaking views, historic villages, and the chance to make a real difference by supporting local families through Pendleside Hospice.

Registration is now open 👉 https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/MountainBikeChallenge2026

Choose your challenge, each route is inspired by the legendary Pendle witches:

🧙‍♀️ Demdike – 9.5 miles | £10 adult / £8 child (Min age 8 – must ride with an adult)
🧙‍♀️ Chattox – 22 miles | £15 adult / £12 child (Min age 14 – must ride with an adult)
🧙‍♀️ Nutter – 32 miles | £20 adult / £15 child (Min age 14 – must ride with an adult)

⛽ Aid stations will keep you fuelled along the way
🚴 Best suited for intermediate riders
👕 Exclusive Event T-Shirt!

Sign up before 8th May 2026 to receive a custom-designed Mountain Bike Challenge tee. After this date, you’ll receive a classic yellow Pendleside t-shirt. (Made to order, size up if unsure!)

Thank you to our event sponsors Bearing Factors http://www.onlinebearings.co.uk/