News

One man’s story of two pilgrimages

13th Aug 2021 Community News

Phil McCarthy walked alone from Canterbury to Rome in 2008 and then in 2015 travelled from Rome to Istanbul. He details his pilgrimages in two fascinating books. Proceeds to St Joseph’s in memory of his grandfather who died at the Hospice.

The Queen of the Night

19th Jul 2021 Gardens, News

We had an exciting botanical event at the Hospice back in June when we witnessed a very rare occurrence. Read our Head Gardener’s blog to find out more and take a look at the short clip we made to capture the magic.

Peak excellence… Angie’s incredible Yorkshire mountain feat!

21st Jun 2021 Fantastic Fundraisers

Angie Pearson took on the grueling Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge in May 2021 in-memory of her brother, Paul. Here she tells her story.

Bowling for glory as London Fields Charity Sixes Cricket Tournament returns!

15th Jun 2021 Fantastic Fundraisers

Each midsummer, London Fields Cricket Club holds a six-a-side tournament, joined by seven other east London cricket clubs in support of St Joseph’s Hospice. Despite the pandemic, this year they’re determined to smash 2019’s incredible total raised.

Join us at Hackney Dementia Festival

13th May 2021 Community News

St Joseph’s Hospice joins the Hackney Dementia Festival to celebrate Dementia Action Week – 17th to 23rd May 2021. Find out more about our online sessions and how you can join us to learn more about dementia.

Rhianna’s flower power!

4th May 2021 Fantastic Fundraisers

NHS worker Rhianna discovered her love of wreath-making after upcycling a leftover one from Christmas. Now, she’s selling them to raise funds for St Joseph’s Hospice!

Raising funds & fitness levels thanks to LDN PHYSIO!

23rd Apr 2021 Fantastic Fundraisers

Any one who takes on a sporting challenge to raise funds for St Joseph’s Hospice receives specialist support and advice kindly provided for free by local company, LDN PHYSIO. Find out more first-hand about their amazing commitment to our cause.

The Green Lanes Orchestra raise over £2k in support of friend, Lewis

23rd Apr 2021 Fantastic Fundraisers

Friends and loved ones of Lewis Baker, who spent time at St Joseph’s Hospice between November 2019 – January 2020 recorded a cover of one of his favourite songs to raise funds for the Hospice. Find out more about their fantastic fundraising efforts!