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14/11/2025

🎁 The Toy Fair is almost here! 🎁

Take a sneak peek behind the scenes as we get ready for our annual Toy Fair!

From cuddly teddies to fun games, toys, and books – there’s something for everyone, just in time for Christmas. And from just 50p. 🎄🎅

📅 When: Tomorrow and Sunday, 10am – 3pm
📍 Where: Garden Room, St Catherine’s Hospice, Lancashire The Mill, St Catherine’s Park

It’s going to be a fun weekend, and every purchase helps support the hospice and the care we provide for local people and their families. 💚

Bring your friends and family, there’s plenty to discover and enjoy!

13/11/2025

💚 Thank You Thursday 💚

We’re so grateful to everyone who’s supported St Catherine’s recently. Your incredible efforts make such a difference to those in your local community that we support and care for.

🚶‍♂️ Huge thanks to Dylan Withnell and the team of SRDC (South Ribble Development Centre) coaches and committee members who walked 30 miles from Leyland to Preston North End, raising an amazing £4,455.

🪑 Thank you to Duxburys Garden Furniture Showroom, who raised £1,960.21 in just an hour and a half by selling returned items. We really appreciate your generosity and continued support.

🎟️ We’re also grateful to Business Gifts UK and Stephen Ward for inviting us to host a raffle at their ‘Party in the Park’ event, where we both celebrated our 40th anniversaries. The raffle raised £591.60. Thank you for having us!

🚣‍♂️ A heartfelt thank you to Andy Kane and friends, who completed the 22-mile Leeds–Liverpool Canal challenge in memory of their friend Scott, raising £1,787. Scott spent several weeks at St Catherine’s earlier this year, and Andy shared how caring and supportive our staff were throughout that time. We’re so grateful for this touching tribute.

🎓 Finally, thank you to Preston College for welcoming our fundraising team to your Freshers’ Fair. It was a fantastic chance to meet students and share how they can get involved in supporting their local hospice.

Your kindness and dedication help us continue providing care and support to local people and their loved ones. Thank you all!

12/11/2025

We are deeply saddened to share the news that Cliff Hughes MBE, Founder and Life President of St Catherine’s Hospice, passed away on Saturday 8th November at the hospice he helped to build.

Cliff was instrumental in establishing St Catherine’s and led the charity for almost 30 years as Chairman of the Board. His dedication and vision helped shape the hospice into the organisation it is today.

A lifelong supporter of the South Ribble community, Cliff’s contribution to local life was incredible. From his time as councillor and mayor, to his tireless work for charities and local groups.

Our thoughts are with his wife, Rita, and his family and friends at this sad time. Everyone at St Catherine’s is deeply grateful for all that Cliff achieved and the legacy he leaves behind.

11/11/2025

A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of hosting our Futures Transition Conference celebrating our collaborative project with Derian House Children’s Hospice. 💚

Together, we’ve been working to create a clear pathway for young adults transitioning into St Catherine’s Hospice care – ensuring that every young person receives the compassionate support they deserve as they move into adult services.

The conference brought together professionals from across the country to share learning, celebrate progress, and explore how this important work can grow in other areas.

But what made the day so powerful were the young people and families who shared their personal stories and experiences. Their honesty, purpose, and insight reminded everyone why this work matters so much.

A heartfelt thank you to the brilliant team at and to every young person who took part, your voices truly made a lasting impact.

10/11/2025

New last minute pop-up event this weekend👠

Thanks to the generosity of recent supporters, we've had an influx of evening and party dresses, so alongside the Toy Fair this weekend, the Mill Shop is having a pop up evening and party wear event, too.

We've stunning party wear in all sizes and top designer names at fantastic prices. Why pay a fortune for something you may only wear once when you can pick it up at a fraction of the price, all while supporting your local hospice in their 40th anniversary year.

We'll also have gorgeous evening bags, shoes, plus lots of makeup from £1.

We've a fitting room where you are welcome to try at your leisure.

Saturday 15th, 9.30am-4.30pm
Sunday 16th 10am-4pm

09/11/2025

⏰🎅 Time’s ticking, folks! Santa’s checking his list (and his watch) – there’s not long left to sign up for this year’s Santa Dash! 🎄

Don’t miss your chance to join the jolliest fun run of the year.

👉 Grab your place now: https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/shop/events/hospice-fundraising/santa-dash/

08/11/2025

Our pre-loved Toy Fair is the perfect opportunity to pick up quality toys without the hefty price tag, just in time for Christmas.

📅Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th November, 10am-3pm
📍The Garden Room at St Catherine’s Hospice, PR5 5XU

Find this year’s Christmas gifts, and do your bit for the environment, all while supporting a great local cause in this, our 40th anniversary year.

St Catherine's Shops

07/11/2025

Our famous mince pies have now hit !

As well as the Mill Shop, you'll also find them in Adlington, Ashton Book Shop, Ashton Main, Bamber Bridge, Chorley, Fulwood, Leyland, Longridge, Longton, Lostock Hall, City Store.

Come along and bag a box before they go!

06/11/2025

💚 Thank You Thursday! 💚

We’re sending a huge thank you to some amazing supporters this week!

🎟️ The James Hall Head Office team kindly welcomed our Lottery team to sell Christmas Raffle tickets during their lunch break – raising £212. Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket and joined in the festive fun! If you could welcome them to your business, please let us know.

☕ The wonderful residents of Haworth Court in Clayton-le-Woods hosted a September Coffee Morning and raised £1,359 – what a brilliant effort!

🧁 And a big thank you to Evans Vanodine, whose recent Bake Sale raised £341, which was then match funded by the company to make an incredible £682 donation. We’re grateful for your continued support.

Every penny you raise helps us continue to provide vital care and support to local people and their families.

05/11/2025

As we mark 40 years of compassionate care, our Light Up a Life lights will once again glow gently in our hospice grounds. Each one a symbol of love, memory, and the lasting impact of those we’ve lost.

This special tradition is a moment to pause, remember, and let your loved one’s light shine brightly throughout the festive season.

When you make a dedication, their name will appear in our Light Up a Life Remembrance Book — both at the hospice and online — and you’ll receive a personalised card to keep at home in their honour.

Whether you dedicate one light or many, you’ll be helping us continue to care for local people and families, just as we have for four decades. 💚

🔗 Make your dedication and help us care for those in our community this festive time: https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/support-us/light-up-a-life/

04/11/2025

Make a difference this Christmas by taking part in our festive raffle 🎄

Each £2 ticket helps fund the compassionate care our community depends on – and gives you the chance to win an incredible £4,000 jackpot!

It’s a simple way to give back and spread some cheer this festive season. 💚

🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/support-us/raffles/enter-our-christmas-raffle/

03/11/2025

Santa Dash is back! 🎅

Join us at Preston Docks on Sunday 7th December to take on the 5km or new 10km route 💚

It's always a great community event and lot's of fun for the whole family!

👉 Sign up here: https://www.stcatherines.co.uk/shop/events/hospice-fundraising/santa-dash/

Address

St. Catherine's Hospice ( Lancashire ) Ltd, Lostock Hall, Lostock Lane
Preston
PR55XU

Telephone

+441772629171

Website

http://www.stcatherines.co.uk/

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