Sunflower Centre Refurbishment
A major project is under way to transform the Sunflower Wellbeing Centre at East Cheshire Hospice. Work on the £1.25m refurbishment began last month and is expected to be completed in January 2024. The modern stylish complex will be much better equipped to meet a rapidly growing need for the charity’s services. A computer image […]
Future-Proofing Hospice Facilities
Day hospice services have been temporarily moved to other areas for six months during refurbishment work. The Hospice is adapting facilities, including using the Chapel to accommodate patients. Some will access outpatient services remotely as happened successfully during Covid. The experiences from that crisis period have been invaluable planning contingencies during the building phase. The […]
Tom Clare Calendar
Reality TV star Tom Clare has another starring role – as a pin-up in aid of East Cheshire Hospice. A special 2023 calendar has been produced of the Macclesfield FC footballer who is among the cast of Love Island, the hit ITV 2 show. Spiral Colour, the print partner for the football club, made the […]
Starlight Walk is back for 2023
Spring will soon be in the air which means the countdown is under way for the Starlight Walk. The popular event, organised by East Cheshire Hospice, is back at Capesthorne Hall this year. It will be staged on Thursday, April 27, at 6 pm in the picturesque grounds of the estate. The walk starts at […]
Winter Ball Success
A glittering night had even more sparkle for a lucky guest who won a diamond pendant. The star prize worth £15,000 went to an anonymous diner at a Winter Ball organised by the Hospice. The black-tie event, held in a special marquee in the grounds of Macclesfield Rugby Club, raised more than £35,000 for the […]
Rick Pulvertaft swims the English Channel
The name of the Instagram page set up by Rick Pulvertaft reveals a clue about the demons he has faced most of his life. Called the_sober_salmon_swims2france, it counts down to his Channel swim next July in aid of East Cheshire Hospice. Rick, from Macclesfield, gave up alcohol nine months ago, fearing the addiction would ruin […]
Will Week is Almost Here
East Cheshire Hospice hopes Will Week (Oct 3-7) will persuade supporters to make arrangements for their financial future. Solicitors are waiving usual fees and donating time and expertise to help the Hospice. They will write a single or mirror Will, or update an existing Will, in lieu of a donation. Complete a form at www.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk/campaign/will-week/ […]
Canoe Against Cancer Afternoon Tea (postponed)
Please note that this event has been postponed with a new date pending. An afternoon tea is being organised to give two brothers a rousing send-off before their amazing canoe challenge. Tea, cakes and a glass of fizz will be served at Hollin House Hotel, Bollington, at noon on Sunday (Aug 21). The gathering, which […]
Holly Thompson’s 600km Spanish Trek
Student Holly Thompson prepared for her graduation ceremony by walking across northern Spain in scorching temperatures. Student Holly Thompson who raised funds in memory of her friend Alex Boyle. The heatwave that affected Europe did not cool Holly’s enthusiasm for a trek in memory of close friend Alex Boyle, from Macclesfield. Alex died […]
Heather Broadbent Completes Her Round-the-World Voyage
Round-the-world sailor Heather Broadbent has finally finished her epic voyage – almost three years since she first set sail! Heather was one of only two crew members who completed every leg of the 48,000-mile journey on board the yacht GoToBermuda. She has raised almost £31,000 for East Cheshire Hospice where her late husband Adam (45) […]
