Category: Fundraising

Ladies lunch will feature a talk and demonstration from Head Gardener to help get gardens summer ready

On Tuesday 28th June, from 11.30am, St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will be hosting a Ladies Lunch at The Bacchus Hotel in Sutton on Sea. Guests can enjoy The Bacchus famous carvery followed by desserts, tea and coffee.

The Head Gardener from Woodthorpe Garden Centre will entertain guests when he shares his knowledge and experience on how to create the perfect hanging baskets and garden planters.

Amy Reeve, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“This event is a wonderful opportunity for ladies to enjoy a fun afternoon together, indulge in a delicious lunch and learn how to make their gardens summer ready! The hotel is a family run business that is full of English charm and character and is sure to provide our guests with a warm and friendly welcome.

“What’s more, the hotel is only a short walk to the sea front which is sure to make for a lovely summer afternoon stroll. Plus every penny raised from this event will help us to continue to care for patients and their families throughout our community.”

Tickets are £20 per person and can be purchased from www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/LouthLadies

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice brings 3rd annual Paws 4 a Cause to Lincoln

On Sunday 26th June from 10am, St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will be hosting its 3rd annual Paws 4 a Cause event, which will start and end at Skellingthorpe Community Centre.

Dog walkers can choose to walk three or four and a half miles around Skellingthorpe Old Wood and will be led by the Paws 4 a Cause mascot, a pug named Ethel.

Laura Stones, Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“This annual event is becoming a firm favourite within our local community and it is wonderful to see so many owners and their dogs turn out to show their support for our patients and their families.

“Last year 75 dogs turned out to raise an incredible £3,000 for St Barnabas and this year we would love to see that figure increase so that we can care for even more people across our county.”

Registration will open from 10am in the Skellingthorpe Community Centre car park and the walk will begin from 10:30am.

Registration is £5.00 per dog and each dog will receive a free doggy-bag full of treats to take home for completing the walk.

Register your dog at www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/lincolnpaws

For further information contact Laura Stones on 01522 559 515 or email laura.stones@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Thonock Park golf course at Gainsboough Golf Club

Golfers from across Lincolnshire are encouraged to take part in the annual golf day and help raise money for local hospice

Local independent charity, St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice are holding a golf day to help boost the funds they need to care for people living with a life limiting illness throughout the county.

The golf day will be held at Gainsborough Golf Club on Belt Road on Friday 1st July with tee off times between 9am – 12.30pm.

There is availability for 20 teams of four to take part in the AM-AM tournament on the Thonock Park course.

Caroline Swindin, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“Our golf day is an annual event and last year it raised £3,000 and we are hoping to build on that success this time. Money raised from events like this one allows us to continue to deliver our specialist end of life care to those who need it the most.

Golfers can enjoy refreshments at the halfway house at hole nine and try their luck on the raffle which includes a top prize of a PING golf bag.

Anyone can take part in the golf day, costing £140 per team of four which includes a drink on arrival, two course carvery lunch and halfway house.

For more information please contact Caroline Swindin, Community Events Fundraiser on 07435 970309 or e-mail caroline.swindin@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Sign up to the event at www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/golfdaygains

Local independent charity St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice are hosting a sponsored dog walk, Paws 4 a Cause, to help boost the funds they need to care for people living with a life limiting illness throughout the county.

The walk will take place on Sunday 19th June, from 1pm and will begin at Springfields Event Centre in Spalding. Dog walkers can choose to walk two or four miles along the coronation channel.

Vikki Allen, Community Events Fundraiser, said:

“This is a fabulously fun event for dog lovers in Spalding and is a great opportunity for like-minded people to come together for an afternoon stroll. The walk is suitable for all fitness levels as owners and their dogs can choose to walk two or four miles.

“This is the first time we have brought this event to Spalding and we hope that our community will get behind our efforts to raise vital funds to continue the care and support to patients and their families across Spalding.”

Registration is just £5 per dog.

Register online at www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/pawspa16 or contact Vikki Allen on 07435 753098 or email vikki.allen@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Last years yogathon participants who raised £2,000

Local independent charity calls for the local community to join them at their outdoor fitness and wellbeing event

On Saturday 9th July, from 9.30am – 12.30pm, St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will be hosting a sponsored yogathon in the grounds of Stoke Rochford Hall in Grantham.

The event has been organised in partnership with local yoga teachers Stefan Cunnington and Sarah Tite. Stefan will be guiding guests through the program to achieve a full 108 sun salutations, whilst Sarah will offer participants a more gentle approach.

Stefan said:

“We will keep a flexible approach to the event with some adaptations and plenty of breaks for those who may be new to this type of activity. It would be great to see some new faces along this year and as always, I’m very pleased to support this worthy cause.”

The sponsored yogathon will take up to three hours to complete and people of all yoga abilities are encouraged to take part.

Janie McCormick, Event Organiser for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“Each year our yogathon has grown in popularity and last year we raised an incredible £2,000. I’m very much looking forward to this year’s event in such a beautiful setting and hope to raise even more money for hospice care in Grantham.”

Registration for the event is £10 per person and includes a picnic lunch, on-site mini sports massage, free bottled water and refreshments on arrival.

Participants are asked to sign up online at https://stbarnabashospice.co.uk/yoga16 or call Janie McCormick on 01476 591010.

Ladies from the Gainsborough community are invited to an evening of pampering and indulgence in aid of local hospice

St Barnabas Hospice is hosting an evening of pampering and pure indulgence at its `Kick Start Your Summer’ event on Thursday 16th June, 7pm – 9.30pm at Gainsborough Golf Club.

Browns Department Store from Marshalls Yard will be bringing Benefit, Clarins, Clinique and Estee Lauder to provide pampering, advice and exclusive offers.

Caroline Swindin, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“Kick Start Your Summer is fantastic opportunity for ladies to come along and enjoy an evening of relaxing pampering and indulgence to get you looking and feeling your best this summer.

“All proceeds from the event help St Barnabas to continue to care for patients and their families with life limiting illnesses in the local community.”

Guests can also shop at a host of stalls including Forever Aloe, Bowen Bodyworks Therapy, Body Shop, Slimming World and receive relaxing massages.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for £5 and this includes entry and one taster treatment or group consultation.

For further information or to book a place go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/gainsum or contact Caroline on 07435 970309 or email caroline.swindin@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Local independent charity gets a boost of £150,000 as 3,500 people turn out for sell out fun run

A total of 3,500 people have pledged more than £150,000 to St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice after taking part in the Colour Dash which saw participants showered in colour along the 5k route.

The independent charity teamed up with local events supplier, Running Imp, to host the fundraiser on Saturday 14th May at the Lincolnshire Showground.

Becky Otter, Event Manager for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“I am so excited to reveal that the Colour Dash far surpassed any of our expectations to make it the highest grossing event in our charity’s history. We are so grateful for every single person who turned out to raise such an incredible amount of money for hospice care.

“After the success of last year’s event we opened it up to an additional 1,000 entrants and we were astounded when this sold out before the big day. The Colour Dash has captured the hearts and minds of our local community who came out in force to show their support.”

The Colour Dash saw participants as young as five hit with environmentally friendly powdered paint as they ran the five-kilometre course.

Becky said: “We met people who were taking part for all sorts of reasons. Many were there to remember and honour someone special whilst others came along to soak up the atmosphere.”

The event saw support from the local business community with Western Power Distribution, named as headline sponsors.

Becky concludes: “The money raised from this event will directly impact the care and services we provide. Last year we cared for more than 9,000 people across the county and this year we hope to care for even more.”

Plans are already underway with next year’s Colour Dash which will take place on Saturday 13th May 2017 at the Lincolnshire Showground.

The 15th annual Grand Plant Sale hosted by St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will take place at Tesco Extra on Wragby Road

St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice will host their annual Grand Plant Sale on Saturday 21st May, from 10am – 1pm at Tesco Extra, Wragby Road in Lincoln.

Each year supporters of St Barnabas Hospice donate a comprehensive range of plants including bedding plants, shrubs and hanging baskets. All plants will be available to buy at competitive prices.

Becky Otter, Events Manager for St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice, said:

“Our annual plant sale in Lincoln will be held in the car park at Tesco on Wragby Road. It’s the same quality plants but a different location. Tesco have kindly allowed us to use their car park free of charge.

“Each year we ask for donations of bedding plants, shrubs, perennials and house plants. This event solely relies on the support of our local community and we welcome any plant donations.”

The money raised from the annual Grand Plant Sale goes directly towards providing dedicated, compassionate hospice care for local residents.

To donate plants for sale please contact the St Barnabas Hospice fundraising department on 01522 540 300 or email fundraising@stbarnabashospice.co.uk

Plants can also be taken to Tesco Extra, Wragby Road on Saturday 21st May between 8am – 10am.

St Barnabas Hospice will be hosting their annual Plant Sale and Garden Party on Sunday 22nd May, from 11am – 2pm at George Henderson Lodge, Front Street in Morton.

A large range of quality plants are on sale including summer bedding plants, perennials and house plants. There will also be a selection of stalls selling local homemade merchandise and healthy living products.

Caroline Swindin, Community Events Fundraiser for St Barnabas Hospice said:

“Last year our annual Plant Sale and Garden Party raised an incredible £950 for hospice care in the West Lindsey area. This year we are hoping to attract more visitors and raise an even greater amount for our hospice.

“Our much loved Plant Sale is a wonderful day out for all the family and there will be lots of activities and games to keep all ages amused. We are also looking for donations of cakes, home grown produce and bottles for our wine and water game.”

A local singer will also entertain guests with a selection of ballads and swing from the 1960’s and 70’s.

For further information or to make a donation please contact Caroline Swindin on 07435 970309 or email caroline.swindin@stbarnabashospice.co.uk
or go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/gainplant

With less than two weeks to go only a limited number of tickets remain for the charity concert in aid of St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice

The internationally acclaimed Morriston Orpheus Choir will perform at Lincoln Cathedral on Saturday 7th May. The best seats in the house have already sold out with the other tiers likely to follow.

The 80-strong choir will be performing an assortment of songs including Nella Fantasia, World in Union, Benedictus and An American Trilogy.

Becky Otter, Event Manager for St Barnabas Hospice, said:

“I encourage anyone who is thinking about buying a ticket to do so now to avoid disappointment and to secure their seat for an evening of song in our glorious Lincoln Cathedral.

“We are truly honoured that the Morriston Orpheus Choir has chosen to support our hospice and that we are able to bring their world-class performance to Lincolnshire.”

As leading figures of male choral singing, the Morriston Orpheus Choir have enjoyed global success, performing on television, at national and promotional events and at the Sydney Opera House.

Steve Pearson, Engagement Secretary from the Morriston Orpheus Choir, said:

“Since its inception, the Choir has raised many thousands of pounds for various good causes, including the Hospice Movement.

“Every year, the Choir performs for the Ty Olwen Hospice in Morriston, Swansea, and we are always in awe of the dedication and care provided by hospice staff.”

Steve concludes: “The Choir is absolutely delighted to return to Lincoln in aid of St Barnabas Hospice. It is a privilege for us to be able to support the work of the hospice that provides vital specialist palliative care in this community.”

Tickets are still available for £18 and £15 and can be purchased from www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/morristonchoir

Tickets can also be purchased at the Lincoln Cathedral Box Office.