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FACE is an NHS Lothian Charity cancer fund which supports cancer patients, visitors and staff

13/08/2026

We're looking for a choir or singing group to help us spread some Christmas cheer at our FACE Winter Fair on Saturday 28th November 2026 at Royston and Wardieburn Community Centre EH5

The fair is from 11am - 3pm and we're looking for some festive entertainment for an hour approx 12noon -1pm while people shop and enjoy the cafe. Sing-a-longs and flash mobs welcome!

If you think you can help, or would like to know more, please send us a message.

FACE are part of NHS Lothian Charity, and money we raise helps go towards the little things that make a big difference to people with cancer and their families in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

22/07/2026

Don't miss out on your chance to take part in the TCS London Marathon 2027!

We have TWO charity places for the Sunday, but you have to be quick as applications are closing soon!
Apply today, before it's too late👉https://ow.ly/4CxF50Zq53k

22/06/2026

A big thank you to our friends at Dentons Edinburgh for their unwavering commitment and support during our two year partnership, supporting people with cancer and their families. We have seen them walk, run, quiz, paint, volunteer and much more!

Well done to their team who raised an incredible £24,358.96 for FACE.

Laura Morrison, Managing Practice Development Lawyer said: Over the past two years it has been a privilege to support FACE and the invaluable work they do for cancer patients and their families across the city. Our team has been proud to contribute to their fundraising efforts, and we were especially pleased to send a team of volunteers to volunteer for a day in the FACE garden at the Western General Hospital, seeing first-hand the care and dedication that goes into creating a welcoming space for patients, families and staff.

Thank you everyone 💜

01/06/2026

Its Volunteer Week. And we're so grateful to have and to be able to celebrate a whole squad of volunteers at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at FACE is a volunteer.

You'll see us...

Selling you raffle tickets
Tidying up the gardens at the Western General Hospital
Hosting golf days
Getting you on the dance floor at our Afternoon Tea
Attending monthly committee meetings Driving Santa round Edinburgh at Christmas Cheering you on at the marathon
And so much more....

We're fortunate to have an amazing team of volunteers who give not only their time, but put their heart and soul into everything FACE plan, deliver and support throughout the year.

We don't have photos of you all, but we see you and we appreciate you.

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS 💜

25/04/2026

🏃‍♂️Happy London Marathon Eve 🏃‍♀️

Good luck to Ross Winton who is running for FACE in the London Marathon tomorrow and everyone else running for FACE, NHS Lothian Charity and your own important people.

You're huge winners to us already for getting yourself to the start line. Enjoy the easy miles, trust the training on the harder ones. Here's to a finish you're proud of and some well earned celebrations after the run. You've got this 💪

15/04/2026

Imagine the benefits of stepping outside of a busy hospital and taking a deep breath and a walk in the grounds.

Unfortunately this is not always possible for people receiving treatment. NHS Lothian Charity's RSPB Nature Connections officer, Beth consulted with the Senior Charge Nurses at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre and together came up with an idea to help encourage nature connection from the bedside:

🐦Bird Watching Bundles 🔎

These consist of binoculars, a bird book and easy ID guides. With the help of FACE, these have been distributed to Cancer Wards 2,3,7 and 8. Ward 6 have also received 4 bundles, one for each of their patient balconies, with additional outdoor blankets and cushions to encourage people to access the balconies.

We can't wait to see what they spot! 🐦

10/04/2026

🌳Nature is strong and so are we 🌳

Our volunteers have been working with NHS Lothian Charity RSPB Nature Connections officer, Beth to explore how patients and visitors can connect with nature while they’re in the Edinburgh Cancer Centre. Fresh air and connection with nature have long been appreciated in healthcare settings, and there is an ever-increasing body of evidence showing the positive impact that connection with nature can have on physical and mental health.

Together with the help of RSPB Scotland volunteers, we have supported the planting of over 1,000 bulbs in the beautiful Amanda’s Garden – a peaceful, contemplative greenspace designed for patients, visitors and staff to relax and connect with nature. The newly planted bulbs will add colour and nectar for hungry early pollinators 🌸🏵🌼🐝

06/04/2026

Even during the toughest of times, there are special celebrations taking place in our hospitals. While hugely emotional occasions, hospital weddings can bring joy, love and happiness to both patients and their loved ones, as well as to the staff who are caring for them.

FACE help fund Wedding Boxes. These boxes include decorations to help create a celebratory atmosphere, including banners, table decorations and tealights as well as small mementoes for loved ones to keep and remember the special day. This means that when a patient receiving care wants to get married in hospital and time is of the essence, a ceremony can quickly be organised helping to make a special event for the couple. Staff can also decorate the room of patients who are preparing for their wedding if they are able to leave the hospital to get married, or if they have a loved one getting married who then comes to visit so it feels like they have been present.

Address

Edinburgh Cancer Centre, Western General Hospital
Edinburgh
EH42XU

Telephone

+441314655850

Website

https://nhslothiancharity.org/support-us/fundraise/face/

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