Christmas Tree Collection 2020 is live!!
Plans to dispose of Christmas trees are already in place, even though the lights may have only just been switched on! The East Cheshire Hospice Christmas Tree Collection service is already accepting registrations for its January operation. Visit www.echtrees.org.uk, or call the customer care hotline 01625 708939, to arrange to have trees collected on the […]
£30k raised by Quiz Night
A quiz group have raised more than £30,000 on behalf of East Cheshire Hospice since they asked their first question six years ago. The latest contest at Marlborough Primary School saw Doug the Rug and Friends come out on top, enjoying a narrow victory over perennial winners Ageing Athletes, previously known as The Magnificent Seven. […]
Art Fair Cheshire 2019 Success!
Art Fair Cheshire raised a bumper £45,000 for East Cheshire Hospice as it celebrated its 20th anniversary in style. The biennial event enjoyed a record year of sponsorship and the donation will fund the charity’s art therapy unit. The Hospice, which held an afternoon tea to thank organisers and volunteers, has received around £400,000 from […]
East Cheshire Hospice Childhood Bereavement Service
The Dream Beams donation provides vital funding for the Childhood Bereavement Service run by East Cheshire Hospice. During a 12-month period it supported 226 youngsters, aged between four and 18, and more than 1,000 family members. A child who has experienced bereavement within the last three years, or is about to be bereaved, can be […]
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 […]