Lloyds Mini Blackpool got into the spirit of Superhero day and all the staff dressed up to support Children’s Hospice Week.  Every customer who went into the garage that day generously donated to Brian House.

A huge thank you to all at Mini for their continued and much appreciated support.

Over at Gruntys Day Care all the staff and children dressed up as superheroes and princesses and the staff stayed late at work baking cakes to sell on the day.  Great effort by all. 

A massive thank you for all at Gruntys Day Care.

We are proud to announce the sale of our new Brian House Children’s Hospice supporter bracelets, which are available to purchase at £5 each online here or by calling the Fundraising team on 01253 359362.

There are two designs available (pewter-look bead or metallic charm) in sizes small and large, with  a magnetic fastening. Suitable for men, women and young adults, each bracelet is engraved with the words ‘Some lives are too short’ in recognition of the work we do with children and young adults living with life limiting illness in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.

Trinity Hospice Patron Alfie Boe was the first person to take delivery of a ’Some lives are too short’ bracelet: please wear yours today to support the work of Brian House, YOUR local children’s hospice.

Please click here to order your bracelet(s) online today

David Burns, a valued Trinity Hospice supporter, was first home in the wheelchair race.

Fundraising manager Linzi Young commented: “We must say a huge thank you to everyone who took part, and to everyone who helped on the day. Our youngest runners were just 11 years old, our oldest in their 80s. The fun runners were an absolute delight with their colourful and quirky costumes.

“Beaverbrooks have built the Blackpool 10K into a massive regional event over the past 30 years, and this year handed over the reins to us at Trinity. It was a huge responsibility but will be a very welcome fundraising boost for us.

“It was lovely to have the event started by our President, Jimmy Armfield, and to see so many people raising sponsorship for Trinity and Brian House.  Thank you to everyone who contributed, either as a runner or as a helper on the day – we couldn’t have done it without you.”

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Still wanting to register?

Online and Phone registration is now closed, however you are still able to register by:

• Visiting the Hospice Fundraising Office between 10am-2pm on Saturday 11^th May to register in person by cash or cheque
• On the day at the Hilton Hotel from 9am. The registration desk is located in the Springs Nightclub at the back of the hotel
  Please note we are no longer taking credit card bookings for this event

Information for Runners:

• There is no parking available at the Hilton Hotel so you are advised to arrive in plenty of time to find suitable street parking
• The promenade is closed from the Pleasure Beach to Gynn Sq from 8am until 1pm.
• The Wheelchair race starts at 10.50am
• The main run starts at 11.00am
• This year we are using a chip timing system and it is essential that all runners wear the correct number assigned to their name, and each runner crosses both the mats at the start and finish line
• Beware of trams as they are still operating throughout the run and it is the responsibility of every runner to take care and follow instructions given to you by race officials & marshals
• Should you require any medical assistance at any point in the run please ask your nearest marshal who will contact St John’s Ambulance
• If you are not able to complete please pass your runner number to your nearest marshal
• Portaloos are available outside the Hilton Hotel. Please note there are no toilets available during the course or at the finish line
• HAVE FUN!

Information for spectators:

• You are able to spectate along the promenade side of most places along the course, but please be mindful of instructions given to you by race officials & marshals.

Results

• Results will be printed in age category order in Monday’s 13th May edition of Blackpool Gazette and made available online from 6pm that day.

There were heroes of all shapes and sizes, from Mutant Ninja Turtles, to Danger Mouse and Cat Woman, though for some people their heroes were closer to home – a much loved mum, dad or grandma.

Schools from across the Fylde Coast have been supporting Children’s Hospice Week and representatives from several called in to see their artwork, which is now displayed in the Hospice Chapel – where it covers an entire wall!

Several schools and businesses also helped by contributing bags of unwanted clothing, books and bric a brac, to be sold in Trinity’s Fylde Coast shops.

Lisa Martin, Community Fundraiser said: “It has been lovely to have the support and enthusiasm of so many local schools. Their artwork has made a fantastic display and the children who visited us were very pleased to see their efforts on show.  

“Children’s Hospice Week is all about raising the profile of the children’s hospice movement, and this year has had the support of HRH the Duchess of Cambridge, who did her very first video message this week in support of children’s hospices.”

It was only right that his very first outing was to visit Healthpoint to hand over his formal adoption papers.

Natalie Bromley, Trinity’s  Corporate fundraiser said: “We absolutely love Hospuss, who has been our mascot for many years, and Healthpoint’s kind donation has made it possible for us to retire our old Hospuss, who had attended literally hundreds of events, and bring in a brand new version.

“As a fundraiser, we know Hospuss will be a huge success. He will be representing both Trinity Hospice and Brian House, and already has his own electronic bookings diary which is filling up fast, so expect to see him here, there and everywhere in the coming months!”

It has been arranged by the Fylde Coast End of Life Awareness Group, which draws its members from Fylde and Wyre CCG, the local NHS, Trinity Hospice, Macmillan and others. The aim is to get the community thinking and talking about planning for end of life and telling loved ones what their wishes are. Topics include making a will, funeral plans and organ donation.  Speakers will give their own personal – and sometimes very moving – stories.

Delegates will come from all over Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre, including representatives from charities, local councillors, nursing home staff , churches, schools and patient participation groups. Places at the event must be booked in advance, but if you would like more details email karen.newman@trinityhospice.co.uk.

As part of Dying Matters Week, Trinity Hospice has organised a drop-in session at its Red Bank Road charity shop in Bispham on Saturday May 18. If you want information about Dying Matters and the practical steps you can take to plan ahead, just call in  anytime between 11am and 3pm.

The sunny weather brought dogs and owners out in force and it was fantastic to see them all enjoying the atmosphere of our 5km sponsored walk, trying the agility course, meeting other owners or just sitting in the sun and sharing an ice cream.

There were giant Newfoundlands and tiny Yorkies, athletic hounds, pretty pugs and a few poodles. Some dressed as superheroes, which is the theme of Children’s Hospice Week.

Though Bark in the Park isn’t a race, first home was Amy Bennett with her dog Bella and they were followed by a colourful procession of pooches and owners, who then had the chance to watch an agility demonstration and visit a variety of doggy-themed stalls.

Teenager Michael Willacy started the event on behalf of Brian House, and his dog Oscar completed the course. It was great to see so many members of staff and Trinity volunteers taking part.

Collette Goodwin, event organiser said: “It was lovely to see so many participants. The weather was perfect and we hope to have  raised about £7,500 for Brian House. A huge thank you to everyone who took part and to the local businesses who supported us.”

The new range, which has been created from donated furniture, has been hand painted by two local business women, Alison Wilkinson of Rival in Lytham and Ursula Thomas of Homefront in Blackpool.

Here is a selection of some of the furniture available:

The Department has announced that Trinity Hospice and Brian House have won cash for a series of capital improvements – though the grant of £283,000 is less than we asked for, it is a welcome boost at this challenging financial time.   

The in-patient building is now over 25 years old and is starting to struggle to meet the current needs of the community. Patients are more complex and need more space for their care to be provided safely.  Families want to be able to spend quality time with a loved one in a private space, sometimes wanting to stay overnight with them in the same room. The money will go some way in helping the hospice make its environment more appropriate for patients with dementia, with improved lighting and better visual cues to help them remain as independent as they can be.

David Houston, Trinity Chief Executive said: “It has been an anxious wait because this funding is highly competitive and was well oversubscribed. We had to prioritise elements of the bid, and we are happy to hear that we have been successful in securing about two thirds of what we asked for. However, our need for continuing local support remains as high as ever as demand for our service grows.

“One-off capital expenditure of this nature is extremely difficult for us to cover, because the vast majority of money we receive goes on the day to day cost of patient care.

“We would have found it very difficult to embark on improvements on this scale without help from the Department of Health. Our thanks go to all the partners who backed our application with letters of support. 

“Hospices from all over the country were competing for a share of the same pot of cash, so we knew it was unlikely that they would meet the full need, but this grant is very good news indeed and together with continued local support we hope to be able to continue to care for people on the Fylde Coast.”