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A year of half marathons

A year of half marathons

Throughout 2021, in the run up to her 50th birthday, Elaine French is running 12 half marathons in memory of her father in law who cared for by St Wilfrid's. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 9th April, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

Early hospice memories from Corrie Paxton

Early hospice memories from Corrie Paxton

In the early 1980’s, Corrie Paxton was part of the committee that helped to set up St Wilfrid's Hospice. She has kindly shared her memories with us. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 6th April, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

'They used to call us the Lavender Ladies!'

'They used to call us the Lavender Ladies!'

To highlight National Complementary Therapy Week from the 22nd to the 28th March, our Lead Complementary Therapists, Anna Kent and Angie Panteli, tell us more about their roles and how their jobs have changed over the years. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 22nd March, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

'A special time in my nursing career'

'A special time in my nursing career'

Janice Vanstone (née Pavey) worked on the Nursing team at St Wilfrid’s for over four years when it first opened in 1983. She has kindly shared her memories of her time. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 10th March, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

Jack's 4 x 4 x 48 challenge

Jack's 4 x 4 x 48 challenge

Between the 5th and 7th March 2021, Jack Cummins will be taking part in the 4 x 4 x 48 challenge to raise money for the hospice in memory of his mum, Tess. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 3rd March, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

Creating community links with Holding Space

Creating community links with Holding Space

We recently spoke to Hansa Raja-Jones from Holding Space to find out more about the organisation and what it means to be a Community Link. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 1st March, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

'The kitchen became my domain.'

'The kitchen became my domain.'

The first cook at the hospice in Mill Gap Road, Ruby Clemence, tells us about her time helping to prepare the house and choosing kitchen equipment from Marks & Spencer! Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 19th February, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

Brotherly volunteering

Brotherly volunteering

Between the 8th and 14th February, we are celebrating Student Volunteering Week and the wonderful students who volunteer at St Wilfrid’s. We spoke to brothers Nour and Najm Karkach who have both been Young Clinical Volunteers. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 14th February, 2021

Updated: 15th February, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

Life as a Host volunteer on the IPU

Life as a Host volunteer on the IPU

Between the 8th and 14th February, we are celebrating Student Volunteering Week and the wonderful students who volunteer at St Wilfrid’s. In this post we speak to Aida Parvaneh, a Host volunteer who is currently studying her A Levels. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 12th February, 2021

Updated: 22nd February, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

'It is so much more than bereavement support.'

'It is so much more than bereavement support.'

Between the 8th and 14th February, we are celebrating Student Volunteering Week and the wonderful students who volunteer at St Wilfrid’s. In this post we speak to Jo Laws, a mature student who is currently volunteering as a Bereavement Counsellor. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 11th February, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

'Volunteering is really important for young people.'

'Volunteering is really important for young people.'

Between the 8th and 14th February, we are celebrating Student Volunteering Week and the wonderful students who volunteer at St Wilfrid’s. In this post we speak to Lily McGregor, a Host volunteer who is currently studying her A Levels. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 10th February, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

'From the first shift I felt so welcome.'

'From the first shift I felt so welcome.'

Between the 8th and 14th February, we are celebrating Student Volunteering Week and the wonderful students who volunteer at St Wilfrid’s. In this post we speak to Jess Avery, a Host volunteer and student at the University of Brighton. Read more

Posted to: Our blog

Published: 8th February, 2021

Author: Georgia Hendry

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  • A year of half marathons

    A year of half marathons

    Throughout 2021, in the run up to her 50th birthday, Elaine French is running 12 half marathons in memory of her father in law who cared for by St Wilfrid's.

  • Introducing Fortytude Gin!

    Introducing Fortytude Gin!

    Raise a glass with us – with our special edition London dry gin; in gratitude for the support we’ve had and in memory of all those who are no longer with us

  • Early hospice memories from Corrie Paxton

    Early hospice memories from Corrie Paxton

    In the early 1980’s, Corrie Paxton was part of the committee that helped to set up St Wilfrid's Hospice. She has kindly shared her memories with us.

  • 'They used to call us the Lavender Ladies!'

    'They used to call us the Lavender Ladies!'

    To highlight National Complementary Therapy Week from the 22nd to the 28th March, our Lead Complementary Therapists, Anna Kent and Angie Panteli, tell us more about their roles and how their jobs have changed over the years.

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  • Superstore and Donation Centre

    Superstore and Donation Centre

    Our Superstore is the pride of Eastbourne and is packed full of brilliant bargains

  • Contact us and find us

    Contact us and find us

    Details on where to find us, how to contact us and when we're available

  • Donate to a shop

    Donate to a shop

    St Wilfrid's community shops wouldn't exist without your generosity. Find out how to make a donation during the Covid-19 pandemic

  • Dave dives 10,000ft to defy pancreatic cancer

    Dave dives 10,000ft to defy pancreatic cancer

    Despite stage 4 pancreatic cancer, Dave Fox-Dossett took on the challenge of a heroic 10,000ft skydive for the hospice!

  • Senior Management Team

    Our executive team sets our goals and steers our hospice’s course.

  • The Street Café

    The Street Café

    Our café is open 8.30am to 5pm – 7 days a week

  • Eastbourne shop

    Eastbourne shop

    Our town centre store in Eastbourne has a great reputation for curating vintage womenswear

  • Memory Tree

    Memory Tree

    The beautiful Memory Tree is on the wall in the central Street area of St Wilfrid’s Hospice for all visitors to view and enjoy

  • Professional placements

  • Paul cycles 100 miles in memory of Denise

    Paul cycles 100 miles in memory of Denise

    'Denise and I were married for a month short of 34 years. I'm sad that Denise won't see me cycle but it gives me a great sense of pride to complete the ride in her memory.'

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Volunteering with St Wilfrid's

Volunteering with St Wilfrid's

Our volunteers are at the heart of our charity work as a hospice and play a vital role in everything we do. Without their time and generosity, we would not be able to provide our services to patients and their families Read more

Published: 17th June, 2019

Updated: 4th March, 2021

Author: Stephen Blundell

Ruby celebrations

Ruby celebrations

Our 40th Anniversary Year is here! Find out how we are celebrating your support and how you can get involved Read more

Published: 28th October, 2020

Updated: 27th January, 2021

Author: Stephen Blundell

Our Community Links

Our Community Links

Creating a vibrant community network across our catchment area by becoming a point of contact for your organisation or community group Read more

Published: 25th November, 2020

Author: Stephen Blundell

Community Clinical Nurse Specialist

Community Clinical Nurse Specialist

We are looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist with relevant experience to join our Community Nursing Team based across our catchment area Read more

Published: 29th December, 2020

Updated: 31st March, 2021

Author: Theodora Fisher

Starlight Stroll 2021

Starlight Stroll 2021

We are so excited to bring Starlight Stroll back to Eastbourne Seafront for the seventh year running, and we would love to invite you to join us on the 10thJuly for a very special Starlight Stroll Read more

Start: 10th July, 2021 at 4:00pm

End: 10th July, 2021 at 8:00pm

Published: 27th January, 2021

Updated: 19th March, 2021

Author: Stephen Blundell

Location: Princes Park, Eastbourne

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Registered as a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales No: 1594410  
Registered Charity in England and Wales No:283686 
VAT number: GB 322 9910 05

Contact us

St Wilfrid’s Hospice, 1 Broadwater Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 9PZ
Phone: 01323 434200 Nurse Line: 01323 434222

Patient-related enquiries or referrals: [email protected]
General email enquiries: [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE: If you are a healthcare professional sending us a referral or other information about a patient, please use NHS Mail and send your communication to us at [email protected]
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