Primrose Hospice closed July 8 for staff training

Primrose Hospice Day Hospice and Coppice Centre will be closed on Thursday, July 8 for staff training. This will also affect all Primrose...

Covid survivor Leighton completes Snowdon trek

THIS is the moment covid-survivor Leighton could only dream of last year – stood atop Snowdon with his eldest daughter Chloe. Leighton Webster,...

West Midlands Police dog named after hospice

Police dog named PD Primrose in honour of hospice....

Covid survivor Leighton’s Snowdon climb to say thanks

A FATHER-of-three who nearly died after contracting coronavirus will scale Snowdon for the hospice which supported his family. Last year, Leighton Webster was...

Ninety-one-year-old Jim Wood’s Wing Walk

After a year delay for Covid, Jim Wood is finally taking on his Wing Walk...

Theo’s support for Big Summer Stroll

Theo, nine, is backing its Big Summer Stroll after receiving bereavement support from Primrose....

Join in with Yellow Week and raise funds

Primrose Hospice is holding its first ever Yellow Week from Monday, June 7 to celebrate the local hospice and raise much needed funds....

Dying Matters: Benefits and Wills advice

Primrose Hospice's benefits advisor Clare Stallard has filmed a video offering Benefits and Wills advice as part of Dying Matters Week 2021....

Fundraiser Abi excited to meet business leaders

New fundraiser Abi Coulson is looking to speak to business leaders in Redditch and Bromsgrove...

Children speak about bereavement on Channel 5 News

Children speak to 5 News about bereavement and the support from Primrose Hospice....

‘Happy tears’ as Sharon appointed ambassador

“Primrose Hospice has become a massive part of our lives."...

Frontline staff given vaccine and weekly Covid tests

Primrose's frontline care and family support staff have been given their first vaccine dose and weekly Covid testing....

Gardening volunteers awarded for 25 years’ service

Linda and Millie have dedicated 25 years to Primrose Hospice's gardens....

Lockdown 3: How this affects Primrose Hospice

How Lockdown 3 has affected Primrose Hospice. Your questions answered....

Primrose’s charity shops temporarily closed

Primrose Hospices charity shops temporarily closed....

Virtual hospice brings festive cheer to patients

Our virtual hospice sessions will also take place in January too....

Thomas Brothers bless Lights of Love tree

Thomas Brothers held a blessing of their Lights of Love tree....

Early Christmas present thanks to Santa Fun Run

Good news! Registration for Primrose Hospice's Santa Fun Run 2020 has been extended to Friday, December 18....

Children’s books dealing with death and bereavement

Primrose Hospice's Children and Young People's team suggest children's books dealing with death and bereavement....

Good news – Primrose’s shops reopen

We look forward to welcoming customers back to our charity shops....

How massage is helping our patients and families

Our Complementary Therapist is teaching families and carers how to carry out massage on patients....

Primrose Hospice launches Lights of Love for 2020

PRIMROSE Hospice launches its Lights of Love campaign which has been transformed to keep people safe this year. Everyone is invited to remember...

New Head of Clinical Services appointed

Vanessa Gibson joins the team at Primrose Hospice as Head of Clinical Services....

High Sheriff visits Primrose for Hospice Care Week

High Sheriff of Worcestershire Mark Jackson visited Primrose Hospice for Hospice Care Week....

Solicitors signed up for Make A Will Month in October

Make A Will Month returns in October with Astwood Law and King Will's Wills...

Sajid Javid MP raises £13,000 at Kew Gardens 10k

PRIMROSE Hospice patron and Bromsgrove MP Sajid Javid has raised over £13,000 by taking part in the Kew Gardens 10k. Mr Javid took...

Music fans enjoy socially-distanced Orchard Fest

The socially distanced Orchard Fest took place on Saturday in aid of Primrose....

What you need to know before visiting Primrose Hospice

We know you probably have a few questions about visiting Primrose Hospice following the easing of lockdown measures. Primrose Hospice has taken steps...

Catshill FC match cancelled but Primrose still score

Catshill FC Over 50s have had to postpone their annual International Charity match due to Covid 19 restrictions - but Primrose Hospice has...

All Primrose Hospice charity shops reopen

Primrose Hospice's charity shops are all open for business....

Kai’s 19-hour gaming marathon Facebook Fundraiser

A TEENAGER took part in a 19-hour video game marathon raising money through Facebook Fundraiser after hearing about the increase in demand for...

Kevin takes on challenge to say thanks for supporting wife

KEVIN Thurman, from Headless Cross, Redditch, hopes to complete a 100k indoor cycle ride in under three hours and will live stream the...

Headless Cross charity shop to reopen to customers

Primrose Hospice is excited to announce that it is planning to reopen its Headless Cross store on Saturday, July 4. And there will...

Coronavirus: How Primrose Hospice has risen to the challenge

A statement from Primrose Hospice’s CEO David Burrell. After a frenetic few weeks, we have now entered a stage where we are refining...

Pic-A-Primrose lockdown photography project launched

PHOTOGRAPHERS of all abilities are being asked to take pictures of what lockdown means to them for the Pic-A-Primrose project. Moosecat Creative has...

People wanted for ALM Fitness 12-hour workout

ALM Fitness is holding a 12-hour workout marathon which will raise money for three charities including Primrose Hospice on Saturday. A team of...

V-Sprint Cycle Club will cycle 2,600km in 26 hours

Members of V-Sprint Cycle Club will use the virtual cycling app Zwift to take on The 2.6 Challenge for Primrose Hospice....

Pace for Primrose launched as demand surges

People can sign up to Pace for Primrose to do a sponsored run or walk and raise money for hospice care....

Primrose’s CEO responds to Government announcement regarding charity funding

David Burrell, CEO of Primrose Hospice, tonight thanked Chancellor Rishi Sunak for announcing funding and paying tribute to charities during tonight’s Government briefing....

Primrose Hospice charity shops closed temporarily

Dear customers and supporters, For the health, safety and well-being of our customers, employees, volunteers and communities, Primrose Hospice is temporarily closing all...

Coronavirus: A message from Primrose Hospice’s CEO

Information from the Family Support team in response to Covid19 Information from Children and Young People’s Services in response to Covid19 A message...

Rugby fan back at Worcester Warriors’ Sixways

A RUGBY fan and hospice patient who was having difficulty attending matches was given the VIP treatment thanks to Primrose and Worcester Warriors....

Coronavirus: Latest update from Primrose Hospice

At Primrose Hospice and Family Support Centre, the health, safety and wellbeing of our patients, clients , staff and volunteers is our primary...

Coronavirus: A statement from Primrose Hospice

To all our patients, clients, volunteers, visitors and staff We appreciate that this is a worrying time for us all and ensuring the...

Football rivalries put aside for Premier League Pedal

MIDLANDS football fans who work at Mondelez will be putting rivalries aside for charities including Primrose Hospice. Aston Villa supporter Michael Huggins and...

WANTED: Brave people to Parachute for Primrose

Brave people looking to take on the ultimate challenge can sign up to take part in Parachute for Primrose. Places are available for...

Prized pickled onions raise £160 at social club’s disco

A PRIZED jar of homemade pickled onions fetched an incredible £160 during an at a social club’s Christmas disco in aid of Primrose...

Slimming World members donate Christmas treats

DETERMINED Slimming World members handed over a mountain of their unwanted Christmas goodies to Primrose Hospice. Fifteen bags and a box crammed full...

Charity of the Year: Staff from vietec raise £10k

WING WALKING, golf and a test of knowledge helped a Redditch based ICT specialist vietec raise over £10,000 for their local hospice. Dedicated...

Super sleuths wanted for Murder Mystery Dinner

SUPER sleuths can enjoy a Murder Mystery Dinner and intrigue by order of the Squeaky Blunders on Saturday, February 8. Sarah Harrod, from...

Claire Lomas MBE to give inspiring talk

Paralysed campaigner and fundraiser Claire Lomas MBE has been announced as the guest speaker for Primrose Hospice’s Business Breakfast. The 39-year-old will be...

Parents can pick up preloved uniform in aid of Primrose

A SCHOOLWEAR shop will be selling pre-loved uniform to support hospice care in Bromsgrove. Parents can buy or donate good quality, second-hand school...

Thomas Brothers lend their support to Lantern Walk

People can enjoy a dusk-lit Lantern Walk around the grounds of Ragley Hall on Saturday, February 1 in aid of Primrose Hospice. Primrose’s...

Memory Tree ‘planted’ to remember loved ones

A BEAUTIFUL new Memory Tree has been placed at Primrose Hospice for families to remember a loved one. Ironmonger Steve Webb from SPW...

Britain’s Craziest Christmas Lights are back in Finstall

Christmas lights in Finstall will raise cash for Primrose Hospice....

Hundreds go dashing through park for Santa Fun Run

HUNDREDS of Father Christmases went dashing through Arrow Valley Park to raise money during the Santa Fun Run. The festively dressed runners delivered...

Primrose to hold its first ever Carols by Candlelight

 MUCH loved Christmas carols, music and readings will help residents remember a loved one during Carols by Candlelight held at Primrose Hospice. Residents...

Children’s choir will delight patients after appeal

A CHILDREN’S choir will add some festive cheer to hospice patients’ Christmas party after an appeal on social media. Children from Hanbury CE...

Businesses raise £18,000 during Corporate Challenge

FIRE walks, wearing yellow and limited-edition badges were just some of the ways businesses raised almost £18,000 during Primrose’s Corporate Challenge. Businesses based...

Primrose takes over Radio 2 for Children in Need

FAVOURITE songs chosen by patients, families and volunteers were played on Radio 2 after Primrose took over the station for Children in Need....

Morrisons Foundation donates £17,654 to Primrose

MORRISONS Foundation has donated £17,654 to Primrose Hospice, a local charity that provides free care to patients and their families with life limiting...

Primrose hopes to reach 200 Santa Fun Run milestone

COULD you be the 200th Father Christmas to sign up to this year’s Primrose Hospice Santa Fun Run? Already, over 170 people have...

Live mannequins brighten up Bromsgrove

LIVE mannequins sharing facts about Primrose Hospice were featured in the window of the hospice’s charity shop in Bromsgrove. Shoppers watched as team...

Dad’s Wing Walk raises over £3,000 in memory of father-in-law

A DAREDEVIL father-of-two raised £3,195 for Primrose Hospice with a ‘crazy’ Wing Walk in memory of his father-in-law. Darren Bullows, from Bromsgrove, wanted...

Early Christmas present for Santa Fun Run

THE Santa Fun Run is under starter’s orders thanks to a generous donation from Central England Co-operative Funeralcare. The popular Christmas event returns...

Lights of Love campaign 2019 launched

EVERYONE is invited to remember their loved ones during the Lights of Love campaign which launches for 2019. Lights of Love provides a...

Sajid Javid MP meets patients and bereavement support group

PATIENTS and bereavement support group members met Bromsgrove MP Sajid Javid when he visited Primrose Hospice....

Father-of-two’s cycle ride in memory of beloved nan

A FATHER of two cycled 100k with six friends in memory of his beloved nan, grandad and father-in-law. Tom Burbridge, from Redditch, decided...

Talented musician leaves £15,000 gift in his Will

A TALENTED musician who was cared for by Primrose Hospice has left a generous donation of £15,000 to the charity in his Will....

NCS teens organise and hold fundraiser within a week

A DETERMINED group of teens planned and carried out a walking marathon for Primrose Hospice in just five days. The 16-year-olds, who are...

WhyFest 2019 will drum up support for Primrose

MUSIC fans young and old can enjoy an afternoon of live music and fundraising at the revamped Why Not Inn. WhyFest 2019 will...

London Marathon place up for grabs at Primrose Ball

A PLACE in the incredible London Marathon will be up for grabs in the silent auction at Primrose Hospice’s third annual ball. The...

Happy memories of the seaside created during Beach Day

HAPPY memories of day trips to the seaside were created for patients as Primrose Hospice was transformed into Bromsgrove-on-Sea. Patients enjoyed beach games,...

Corporate Challenge launched at The Orangery

AN AFTERNOON reception helped to launch Primrose Hospice’s Corporate Challenge at The Orangery in Ipsley on Monday. Staff from businesses across Bromsgrove and...

Sisters inspire Stephen’s mammoth cycle ride from Hull to Hannover

A CYCLIST took on a mammoth ride between two countries to raise money for the hospice which supported his two sisters after they...

Over 1,000 people enjoy Primrose Summer Fete raising £5,500

THE sun shone down as visitors enjoyed the fun at Primrose Hospice’s Summer Fete on Saturday (June 22). Over 1,000 people visited the...

Family of “inspirational” Sara Meddings donate almost £8,000

The family of a “brave, beautiful, determined and inspirational” mum-of-two has donated almost £8,000 she raised in honour of the hospice which “saved...

Pop into Primrose for our annual Summer Fete

Primrose Hospice is excited to announce that our annual summer fete is on Saturday 22nd June and will be a fun-filled afternoon! The...

Team from The Alex take on Birmingham 10k in memory of friend

A TEAM from Redditch’s Alexandra Hospital will take on the Simplyhealth Great Birmingham 10k to raise funds for Primrose Hospice in memory of...

Jo celebrates milestone birthday with charity wing walk

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? – No, it’s Primrose Hospice’s volunteers’ manager who will be wing walking for the charity....

Businesses can learn how to leave a digital legacy

BUSINESSES can learn how to leave a digital legacy to be proud of during a networking event at Basepoint Business Centre on Friday,...

Fabulous five make marathon effort for Primrose Hospice

THE ‘fabulous five’ runners raised a fantastic £10,000 for Primrose Hospice after completing the Virgin Money London Marathon on Sunday, April 28. Fundraising...

Alice, 11, raises almost £200 giving up chocs for Lent

A DETERMINED young girl who has given up all sweets and chocolate for Lent has raised almost £200 for Primrose Hospice. Kind-hearted Alice...

Sean shears off dreadlocks

A MAN had his prized dreadlocks chopped off to raise money for the hospice which supported his mum’s best friend. Sean Price, from...

Snowy holiday doesn’t stop dancing duo

A COUPLE taking part in Strictly Worcestershire for Primrose Hospice made sure they packed their dancing shoes on a recent snow-filled mini break....

New website now in full bloom

SPRING is in the air and the new Primrose Hospice website is now in full bloom with a fresh new look and easier...

Fitness fanatics blaze a fundraising trail

FITNESS fanatics were put through their paces at David Lloyd Bromsgrove – raising heartbeats as well as vital funds for Primrose Hospice. Four...

Marubeni-Komatsu plan year of fundraising

REDDITCH-based construction machinery distributor, Marubeni-Komatsu, has announced it will be raising funds Primrose Hospice throughout 2019 through a range of events. Marubeni-Komatsu was...

Bromsgrove MP Sajid Javid announced as Patron

MP for Bromsgrove, Sajid Javid announced he has become Patron of Primrose Hospice at the charity’s Business Lunch. Mr Javid made the special...

Primrose Choir’s sweet sound of fundraising

THERE was the sweet sound of success for a hospice choir who have raised £5,000 within six months for Primrose Hospice. Members of...

Beautiful Lantern Walk raises thousands

THE stunning grounds of Hanbury Hall were lit with hundreds of fairy lights and walkers carrying lanterns on Saturday evening. As the winter’s...

Lights of Love 2018 raised £36,000

We are delighted to announce that our Primrose Hospice Lights of Love appeal for 2018 raised an amazing £36,000 which will go towards...

Shine bright in memory of a loved one this New Year

Primrose Hospice in Bromsgrove are inviting the local community to join them for a one mile dusk lit walk around the grounds of...

Santa Fun Run… It’s for a Really Great Claus!

Christmas has come early for families wanting to give back and get active, as Primrose Hospice launches their first ever Santa Fun Run!...