Hospice news

Read the latest news about St Barnabas House, from what’s going on at the hospice, to event and fundraising updates.

A patient and a nurse potting spring flowers together
Garden classes in full bloom
As spring arrives, the spacious ‘wellbeing’ room at St Barnabas House is flooded with warm sunlight, creating the perfect setting for patients to engage in seasonal garden activities such as potting plants and making bird feeders. 
27 March 2025
Image of the gardens at the hospice
Grant for capital costs allocated
We're delighted to have received a grant from the Department of Health and Social Care to help cover capital costs.
7 March 2025
Susan and Ian sitting in the garden holding hands
St Barnabas House joins a national campaign to change perceptions of hospice care
St Barnabas House is proud to be taking part in the "This is Hospice Care" campaign.
17 February 2025
Announcing our new CEO
Southern Hospice Group (incorporating St Barnabas House, Chestnut Tree House and Martlets) appoints new CEO, Stuart Palma.
11 February 2025
Sally Gunnell and guests at the BBC Radio Sussex studio
Going for gold on BBC Radio Sussex
Olympic gold medallist Sally Gunnell invited St Barnabas to feature on BBC Radio Sussex
5 February 2025
Hundreds of trees raise thousands of pounds for local hospices
Over 400 trees collected from homes in Littlehampton and Arundel, raising an impressive £3,520
3 February 2025
Barbara and Suzanne at the Wick shop
25 years of volunteering
“We've met some lovely people here over the years and really enjoy volunteering for such a marvellous local charity that helps families during difficult times." 
27 November 2024
Efrem Brynin’s mission to support grieving men
“Since James’ death, my outlook on life has changed. I'm still quite a resilient, strong person, but I'm more than happy to tell people about my feelings and my struggles."
7 November 2024
Our Annual Report 2024
Read our Annual Report 2024 find out about our last 12 months, our finances, strategy and how we're looking forward into 2025!
1 November 2024
Images from Night to Remember
Night to Remember raises £68,493 for St Barnabas House!
Thank you to everyone who made Night to Remember 2024 so special! View our gallery of images and find out more about our flagship event.
17 September 2024
Ninety-year-old Freda raises over £20k for St Barnabas House
Freda has been fundraising for St Barnabas for 30 years and raised over £20k in support of local hospice care.
16 July 2024
Two nurses smiling at the camera. One has her arm around the other.
Nurses take on a Night to Remember
"It will mean a lot to me to walk alongside families and supporters at Night to Remember. Sometimes when we’re caring for them, families see the uniform and think that we’re different from them somehow."
25 June 2024

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