Emma joined the St Barnabas team in 2023, providing operational leadership and management to clinical services. She ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care across the Hospice, both in the Inpatient Unit and within the community. This includes overseeing the Inpatient Unit, Community Services Teams, Allied Health Professionals and Specialist Nurses.
This year, Emma has signed up for the Peak District Ultra Challenge taking place on Saturday 28th June 2025, to raise vital funds for St Barnabas Hospice in memory of her dad.
The fantastic 1st Half (52km) Peak District loop starts and finishes at the basecamp in Bakewell, with a few steep ascents and descents taking you into the heart of the beautiful and varied landscape.
Emma says: “I wanted to raise some funds for St Barnabas but also choose a challenge that was meaningful to me.
My dad was cared for at the Inpatient Unit in Lincoln early last year and died here. I spent a lot of time in the Peak District when I was younger because he grew up in Chesterfield and my Nan lived in Crich, near Matlock. So, we have a lot of memories exploring those areas.”
Offering her advice to those considering a challenge, Emma says: “Everyone, no matter what age, fitness level or ability, should take a leap of faith and sign up. Any funds raised go such a long way in supporting St Barnabas.”
St Barnabas Hospice supports over 12,000 patients and their families each year, and over £7 million needs to be raised annually to continue providing people with compassionate care in Lincolnshire.
All donations raised contribute to the funding of St Barnabas’ vital services, enabling more people to receive specialist end-of-life care and more families to receive bereavement support.
Keeping the finish line in sight, Emma reflects on the sense of accomplishment afterwards, commenting: “It’s my birthday that weekend – so I’ll definitely be having something sparkling at the end of it!”
The Ultra Challenge Series has something for everyone. Are you a regular walker and new to endurance events? Perhaps a seasoned trekker looking for testing adventures? Or even a marathon runner wanting to ‘up’ your distance?
To take part in an upcoming challenge or choose your own for St Barnabas, visit the website and sign up today: https://stbarnabashospice.co.uk/fundraising/challenges/