Hospice raises £70k from festive fundraisers

Treetops Hospice has raised over £70,000 through a series of fundraising events held over the festive period.

The Risley hospice’s annual Reindeer Dash once again proved a major highlight of the season, with over 5,200 pupils from 28 local schools and organisations taking part, raising cash from sponsored playground runs, football matches, discos and festive dress-up days.

Hundreds also attended the hospice’s Light up a Life service in Risley, with over 560 donating to light candles in memory of loved ones.

A new addition to the Treetops festive fundraising calendar was Santas on a Bike, which saw 30 cyclists dressed as Santa completed a 14‑mile route.

And earlier this month, the popular Treecycling scheme returned for its annual three‑day collections, supported by recycling company Ward.

Natalie Godrich, relationship manager for community engagement at Treetops Hospice, said: “Events like these are vital in helping us raise the funds we need to continue supporting people across the community with our specialist care.

“We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who took part, donated or volunteered to help Treetops in any way – not only during the festive period but throughout the year.”