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14/06/2026

A month ago, so many of you came together to make Fun Walk what it is - a day filled with energy, generosity and community.

From walkers and volunteers, to performers, marshals and behind-the-scenes superheroes, thank you for making the magic happen.

Most importantly, your generosity means we can continue supporting people and their family members, friends and carers around them through death, dying and grief.

Thank you for bringing the fun, the heart and the community spirit. Fun Walk simply wouldn't be Fun Walk without you💙

13/06/2026

Dr Tyrrell Evans, a Dulwich GP and long-time supporter of St Christopher’s, has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to palliative care.

For more than 25 years, Tyrrell has helped shape care, support training, and raise vital funds in memory of his wife, Siân.

Congratulations, Tyrrell and thank you.

Read more about Tyrrell's story by following the link https://bit.ly/4eCM7V0

12/06/2026

When Sam died at St Christopher's Hospice in 2024, her family returned to the hospice a few weeks later for their first Remembering with Ribbons event.

"We all wanted to come together as a family to hang a ribbon on the tree in the garden,” says John, Sam's daughter's partner. This summer, we invite you to celebrate the lives of the people you love by dedicating a colourful ribbon too.

Dedicate your ribbon today: https://bit.ly/4dZ9WEX

💛 Ribbons events:
Sydenham: Sunday 12 July, 11am - 5pm
Sydenham: Wednesday 15 July, 11am - 7pm
Orpington: Wednesday 22 July, 11am - 5pm

[Image descriptions:
Image 1: White text on a purple background. The text is a quote from John which reads 'Placing a ribbon on the memorial tree each year has become an important tradition from our family."
Image 2: A photo of Sam - she has short blonde hair and is wearing a smart black dress. She's sitting at a table, at a party, looking away from the camera and smiling widely at someone.
Image 3: Sam's family at a Ribbons event at St Christopher's. They're standing in front of the tree which is covered in hanging, colourful, ribbons.

10/06/2026

Set yourself a challenge this autumn! We've still got some places available on these iconic runs - we'd love to see you there.

🏃Vitality 10k, 27 September 2026: https://bit.ly/4eke6aR
👟Royal Parks Half Marathon, 11 October 2026: https://bit.ly/4vDXDVK

Secure your spot today and help raise funds for vital hospice care!

09/06/2026

🌿 Enjoy a peaceful visit to our Sydenham Open Gardens
📅 Saturday 13 June
🕑 2pm–5pm

Drop in for a gentle wander, tea, cake and friendly faces, all while supporting St Christopher’s Hospice.

The gardens are lovingly tended to by our volunteer gardening group who tirelessly work throughout the year in all weathers maintaining the garden.

There will be plants for sale and a selection of craft stalls. Join us for refreshments and delicious homemade cakes.

Follow the link to find out more👉 https://bit.ly/43Vx42r

08/06/2026

Hospice care isn’t just about death and dying.

For Eli and Maria, it’s meant reassurance at home, better pain management and support for the whole family.

Their story shows what care can look like when what matters to you truly matters to us.

Read Eli and Maria’s story by following the link👉 https://bit.ly/4uqkeV2

[Image descriptions: Four images of Eli with and riding his bike and Eli & Maria smiling at the camera.]

07/06/2026

To mark the end of Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the amazing people who give their time to St Christopher’s 💙

Trustee Ann Kenrick - a voluntary role - cycled 300 miles from Cornwall to Camberwell in memory of her friend Marieke, raising over £3,000 to support hospice care.

Her journey is a powerful reminder of the difference our volunteers make every day.

👉 Read Ann’s inspiring story via the link in our bio.

Image Description: Ann smiling beside her bike against a vibrant green backdrop, celebrating her 300-mile charity cycle.

06/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re saying thank you to the many different and wonderful volunteers who support St Christopher’s in so many ways 💚

One of them is Jo, who turned her love of gardening into a way of raising more than £18,000 by opening her garden to the community. From welcoming visitors, to helping other gardeners take their first step, Jo shows that there’s no set way to volunteer, just a willingness to give your time and care.

To every volunteer who supports people, families, friends and carers at St Christopher’s: thank you. What you do really matters.

Read more about Jo's story by following the link👉 https://bit.ly/49YvGj4

[Image descriptions: Selection of 5 photos of Jo's open garden.]

04/06/2026

This Volunteers' Week, we wanted to share a little bit of Adou's story with you.

Adou has been volunteering as part of our Compassionate Neighbours scheme, building a wonderful friendship with Sam as they attend our regular Create and Chat sessions.

Volunteering holds so many benefits - making new connections and friends is just one of them 💙

03/06/2026

Maureen has been volunteering with St Christopher's since 2021. She started volunteering in our wards but is now based at our Bereavement Help Point in Croydon Library.

Maureen's message this Volunteers' Week is clear: “Go ahead and do it, we need more volunteers because there’s a need out there.”

Readd more about Maureen's experience as a volunteer here: https://bit.ly/4nTyd3P

[Image descriptions:
Image 1: White text on a teal background, which is a quote from Maureen "St Christopher's has a lot of volunteers and they need a lot of volunteers, it helps them be out there among the community."
Image 2: a photograph of Maureen, sitting in a blue armchair in front of a bookcase.]

Address

51-59 Lawrie Park Road
London
SE266DZ

Website

http://www.stchristophers.org.uk/

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