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St Cuthbert’s Hospice is full of people with inspirational stories to tell. Patients, families, carers staff and volunteers are our greatest ambassadors and it is a privilege to share their thoughts, feelings and experiences of Hospice life.

In Memory

In Memory of Robert Alderson

Wednesday 24th January 2024: "Although Robert was not a patient at St Cuthbert’s Hospice we are well aware of the wonderful loving care and attention which patients receive whilst at the hospice and we are sure that Robert would be delighted that we have sponsored a day in his memory."

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Patient Stories

Jean Boyne – a guest of The Community Outreach Project

"The Community Outreach project has offered practical, social, and emotional opportunities for myself, as a Carer, and my husband, for whom I care."

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In Memory

In Memory of Helen Foster

Wednesday 17th January 2024: "After having multiple admissions to hospital, she really needed a place where she could relax and sleep without being disturbed and that was exactly what St Cuthbert's provided."

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In Memory

In Memory of Carol Wake-Robinson

Monday 15th January 2024: "Carol celebrated her 60th birthday as an in-patient at St Cuthbert's a year ago today. The wonderful staff at the hospice made the day as special as possible by arranging a delicious afternoon tea, along with music and lots of laughter."

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In Memory

In Memory of Barry Kneale

Wednesday 27th December 2023: "In loving memory of Barry, a dear husband to Michelle and dad to Cameron. Barry is missed by so many. But his memory will live on in all of our hearts."

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Our Staff

Colleen’s Christmas Story

" I wouldn't miss it, it's a privilege to take part in Christmas with our patients and families."

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In Memory

In Memory of Karen Middlemiss

Friday 15th December 2023: "The team were a massive help and we cannot thank them enough for everything, we are incredibly grateful for the whole staff team and the wonderful work they continue to do for families like ours."

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In Memory

In Memory of Harry Allott

Sunday 10th December 2023: "All day today, for twenty four whole hours, our Living Well Centre costs have been donated in loving memory of Harry Allott with a ‘Pay for a Day’ donation."

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