Dreambeams Ball Debut
Sisters Jemima and Annabelle Jordan found the recipe for fundraising success when they started baking cakes for disadvantaged children. Little did they know that three years on their cookery skills would inspire a new charity which is now helping bereaved youngsters in Macclesfield. Mum Katie and her daughters set up Dream Beams which has made […]
Steve Nixon Challenge 1,2,3
It was full steam ahead for Steve Nixon who combined a love of railways and running for a charity challenge. He took part in races in locations known for their railway heritage in aid of East Cheshire Hospice. Steve, from Tytherington, included the Bollington 10k and Macclesfield half marathon in his schedule to mark the […]
Ecclesiastical – 12 Days of Christmas
East Cheshire Hospice is asking supporters to help it earn £1,000 as part of a 12 days of giving campaign. Specialist insurer Ecclesiastical is making a £1,000 donation to 120 different charities as an early Christmas gift. To vote for the Hospice go to www.ecclesiastical.com/12days. Nominations close on Thursday, Dec 19. Winners are drawn at […]
Nepal Trek 2019
One-time keen mountaineer Jonathan Edwards is undaunted by trekking in Nepal. His biggest challenge since February has been avoiding alcohol in preparation for the 12-day trip starting on Saturday (Nov 9). The medical writer is part of a five-strong group raising funds for East Cheshire Hospice. Two days helping a hospice project in Kathmandu is […]
Tough Woofer is this weekend!
If you want to take your dog for a walk on Sunday (Oct 20) then Tough Woofer is the perfect outdoor exercise. Entries will be accepted on the day for the 5k obstacle course through the grounds of Capesthorne Hall. The first wave leaves at 10 am with dogs facing a series of fun obstacles, […]
Dressing the Mayor!
Looking smart is vital for Coun Janet Jackson, especially with a full diary of engagements as Mayor of Macclesfield. That is where the East Cheshire Hospice charity shop at Thornton Square helps out, supplying most of Janet’s outfits. A navy and grey dress and matching jacket bought from there for only £25 was worn when […]
Art Fair 2019
Art Fair Cheshire comes to an end tomorrow (Thurs Oct 3) after a memorable week celebrating the region’s creative talents. More than 80 artists and crafts experts have been exhibiting their work and selling art for East Cheshire Hospice at Macclesfield Town Hall. The Mayor of Macclesfield Mayor Cllr Janet Jackson joined 300 guests at a […]
Will Week – Home Appointments
Home visits by solicitors during Will Week are still available, even though office appointments are now fully booked up in Macclesfield. Blunts Solicitors and SAS Daniels no longer have vacancies during Will Week which runs from October 7-11 and is in aid of East Cheshire Hospice. The solicitors are among 15 firms offering to write […]
Why we are updating our Will this year…
Daughter Gwen was not born the last time Rachel and Graham Allcock wrote a Will. Now she is 10, the couple have decided it is about time they did something to reflect their change in circumstances. They have booked an appointment with Blunts Solicitors as part of Will Week (Oct 7-11) in aid of East […]
Will Week 2019
Solicitors are offering to make home visits this year as part of Will Week in aid of East Cheshire Hospice. Supporters of Will Week, which runs from Oct 7-11, can still also choose the option of making an appointment at the offices of their local solicitor as previously. The new at-home service is offered by […]
