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We provide care to adults with a life-limiting illness in Oxfordshire, and support their loved ones.

06/09/2026

‘On the 4 July 2025 I sadly lost my Mum, Ali, to breast cancer just 18 months after her initial diagnosis and 5 months after we were told there weren’t any treatment options left. The team at Sobell provided Mum with incredible care and support from the moment we found out her cancer was terminal. Not only did they support Mum during this time they also supported me, as her daughter and as her carer through navigating these difficult times; they were always at the end of the phone for any questions or queries we might have had and always answered with such compassion and understanding.

Mum spent 3 weeks in Sobell House before she passed away and I will forever cherish the times we had together in the hospice - the grounds being so beautiful meant we could sit outside and have that extra quality time together, such as me visiting her before I headed to my prom.
I wanted to fundraise for Sobell as I have seen first-hand what a difference each penny can make to both the patients and their families whilst accessing care and support from Sobell and I wanted to do something to give back a little to Sobell after they cared for my Mum in the most amazing way.

I raised this money by hosting an evening at Abingdon Vale Cricket Club on the 24 July 2026 which included a softball tournament as well as a raffle and silent auction; the support from all who attended is so greatly appreciated and the night wouldn’t have been possible without the kindness and generosity of the Cricket Club who helped me raise this amount.’

Thank you so much to Ruby and all those who have supported Sobell House through Ruby’s amazing fundraising efforts. Absolutely incredible! 💜

You can fundraise for Sobell too 👉 bit.ly/sobellfundraiseforus2026

05/09/2026

🌈 Dress bright. Have fun. Make a difference.

Hold a Pot of Gold Day at your school and help celebrate 50 years of Sobell House Hospice. Just £1 or £2 per pupil can make a big difference. We already have 14 schools signed up! 💛

👕Non-uniform day

🐻 Bertie Bear for every school

🏆 Prize draw

Get your school involved today 👉 bit.ly/sobellpotofgold2026

02/09/2026

We would like to say a massive thank you to OX TAXIS for donating this lovely bench to Sobell House! We are delighted to now have a much-needed resting spot outside our hospice for our patients and their families, especially when they're waiting for an OxTaxi!💜

30/08/2026

⭐Please nominate us for a Movement for Good award - we could win £1,000! ⭐

Vote for Sobell👉 movementforgood.com/draws/1000

Charity number: 1118646

26/08/2026

‘I’m taking on the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge on 26 September, along with Charlee, to raise money for Sobell House Hospice because I’ve seen first-hand the difference hospice and home care can make when families are facing some of the hardest moments of their lives.

Having cared for my wife, Linda, through the final chapter of her life, I know how invaluable compassion, dignity and specialist support are to both patients and those around them. Sobell House provides that care every day to people across Oxfordshire and I want to help ensure they can continue doing so for others when they need it most.

Walking 50km across the Chiltern Hills in 12-hours will certainly be another personal challenge, but the real motivation is knowing that every mile will help raise funds for a cause that makes such a profound difference to people and their families when it matters most.’

David and Charlee work at our Bicester Superstore and we’re so thankful for the wonderful work they do every day! Taking on this challenge will be an incredible achievement and we’ll be cheering them on every step of the way. 💜

Help David and Charlee reaching their goal 👉 www.justgiving.com/page/sobellhospice50for50

23/08/2026

💛 Good luck to the Ashman family! 💛

What an incredible year it’s been for the Ashmans, raising over £14,000 for Sobell House in memory of Dave Ashman, who sadly passed away in June 2024.

From marathons and a 24-hour row-a-thon, to climbing Snowdon, an Ironman, a 50km Ultra Challenge, a spin-a-thon, and the Oxford Half.

And now, they have been nominated for a BBC Make a Difference Award! 🏆

We’re incredibly proud to have been part of their journey and wish the whole Ashman family the very best of luck in September. Thank you so much for everything you have completed as a family for Sobell. 💜

Pete Ashman is also running the London Marathon for Sobell next year. Let’s help Pete reach his goal 👉 www.justgiving.com/page/pete-ashman-5

22/08/2026

🚨 Can you help?!

To celebrate our 50th anniversary, we’re pulling out all the stops, including giving our cheer points at the Oxford Half a fresh new twist…introducing our Cheer Hubs! 🙌

With over 350 runners taking part for Sobell House, having lots of friendly, enthusiastic faces along the route will make such a difference. It would be fantastic to have you there supporting and cheering them on. 💛

It’s shaping up to be a special and uplifting day, and it would be great to have you involved.

⏰ Sunday 11 October

Click the link to join us👉 bit.ly/oxhalfcheerhub26

19/08/2026

‘In June 2025, my Dad was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer. We were told that the cancer was aggressive and likely meant limited time remaining together. He had retired only 3 months earlier at 60.

After an immensely well fought battle, and multiple rounds of both chemotherapy and immunotherapy, my Dad was admitted to Sobell House in December 2025.

The care, patience, and kindness he received at Sobell House was second to none. The nurses and doctors that attended to him gave everything they could to keep him out of considerable pain. He passed away peacefully on 23rd December 2025.

I’m running the Oxford Half Marathon to raise money for Sobell House in the hope that any donation will make a difference to any families going through what my dad, my mum, my brother, and I have endured. Even if it pays for a cup of tea for somebody at a moment they need it most.

My goal is to raise £1,200 pounds to contribute towards a morphine driver; only this consistent dosage of pain relief gave him comfort in those final weeks. I’d like to be able to do this for somebody else.

Thank you Sobell House for all you do.’

Thank you, Millie, for taking on the Oxford Half for Sobell and sharing your story with us and our supporters. We’re honoured to have been able to look after your dad and family at such a difficult time. We wish you the absolute best of luck and we can’t wait to see you on the day! 💜

Let’s help Millie reach her goal 👉 www.justgiving.com/page/millie-hooper-1

Address

Sobell House Hospice Charity
Oxford
OX37LJ

Telephone

+441865225860

Website

http://www.sobellhouse.org/

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