Author: Dyfed Hughes

A seventy-one-year-old lady from Rhos on Sea has signed up to ride the fastest zip wire in the world to raise vital funds for a charity that provides vital end of life care to people across North West Wales. On May 26th, Norah Evans will take to the skies above over Penrhyn Quarry, Bethesda atRead more ⟶

John and Linda Whitfield, Gogarth Morfa, Llandudno recently donated £3,186 in lieu of sending Christmas cards and receiving gifts. Diagnosed with secondary breast cancer, Linda is currently attending the Therapy Centre at St David’s Hospice, Llandudno and wanted to show her appreciation for the care received. Linda, 70, a retired sand and gravel merchant said:Read more ⟶

Throughout 2019, twenty-seven enthusiastic St David’s Hospice supporters took part in various Run Wales races raising £8,047.35 for end of life care in North West Wales. Run Wales organise running events throughout the year, covering distances from 5k through to a 20-mile race and in 2019 it renamed its most popular event, The Conwy HalfRead more ⟶

Pupils of Ysgol John Bright took part in a non-uniform day on the19th December to raise funds for local charities. The day, which was organised by the sixth form students, invited all to attend school in festive non-uniform, in return for a cash donation towards their local hospices, St David’s Hospice (for adults) and TyRead more ⟶

On Saturday 11th January, 63 year old, Seghir Messamah ran the gruelling Endurancelife Anglesey Half Marathon over strenuous coastal terrain and along cliffs, whilst being battered by the winter wind and rain. The 14.7mile run started at the Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead and followed a route around the coastal path to North and South Stacks.Read more ⟶

Volunteering in a hospice can be extremely rewarding and St David’s Hospice has a variety of opportunities on offer. It is an ideal way to share the skills you have or learn new ones! Not only is it diverse and satisfying, but by playing a role in your local community, volunteering can become a fulfillingRead more ⟶

Arch Motors on Maesdu Road, Llandudno continues to raise much-needed funds for St David’s Hospice. A fundraising initiative which started in 2017, allows customers to turn scrap metal brass, copper and vehicles into a donation for the local charity. Last year, generous Hospice supporters raised £2096.33 in twelve months. Rachael Jones, Site Supervisor at ArchRead more ⟶

Another Christmas has been and gone, but behind it is often a trail of clutter: unwanted Christmas presents and cupboards bursting to the brim. With the enthusiasm for a New Year, it is a great time to declutter your home. Jamie Parks, Warehouse Manager, Mochdre said: “As many people intend to start the New YearRead more ⟶

An exciting development for local charity St David’s Hospice will see a redundant ward at Ysbyty Penrhos Stanley, Holyhead converted into four single-bedroom units for local Hospice care. Opening to its first patients in early 2020, the new Anglesey Hospice will have created a variety of work opportunities and volunteering roles. The new service willRead more ⟶

Want to chill out this Boxing Day? The brrr-illiant festive fundraising event is back for another year! Enter the Colwyn Bay Boxing Day dip, join in the fun and help raise much-needed funds for your local adult hospice. In aid of St David’s Hospice, it takes place on Thursday 26th December meeting by Porth Eirias,Read more ⟶