As winter draws in and festive lights begin to twinkle across our communities, we want to shine a spotlight on two extraordinary individuals; Robert Carter-Lovell and Brian Steele, who are transforming parts of Plymstock into a magical winter wonderland.

It was lovely to join the Plymouth branch of the National Axial Spondyloarthritis Society (NASS) for a cheque presentation to the Physiotherapy team at University Hospitals Plymouth. Read more about it here.

In February 2025, Mick began his second major Plymouth-based portrait series titled The Champagne Room Sessions, which he kindly dedicated 10% of the net proceeds to the Mustard Tree Cancer Support Centre.

Plymouth Hospitals Charity welcomed senior colleagues from Mitie Projects MEP to Derriford Hospital for an on-site visit and presentation, celebrating their recent fundraising success and their early commitment to supporting the future Big Dreams Appeal.

The Callington Community raised £17,250 over breakfast to say a big thank you to ward staff on Birch and Bracken. Read the story behind this amazing gift.

Read Emma’s Story:

Emma visited us at the charity hub to present a cheque for £1,068.16 to Birch and Bracken wards after running the Berlin Marathon in 28-degree heat! Incredible!

Read Julie’s Story:

Braving icy waters, Julie is taking on a series of cold-water swims to say thank you and give back to the incredible hospital teams that cared for her.

Meet the Willmott Dixon team, brave enough to conquer this year’s Plymouth Hospitals Charity’s Derriford Abseil for Plymouth’s hospitals!

Meet Team PWS!

The wonderful Paul, Jemile, Aleysha, Jordan and Elly from Protective Wear Supplies in Plymouth have signed up for this year’s Derriford Abseil. So far, they have already raised over £600 for Plymouth Hospitals Charity to support patients, their families and the dedicated staff at our hospitals.

Read Jack’s story:

Just days before his 25th birthday, Jack discovered a lump on his neck. What followed was a life-changing diagnosis of Stage 2 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, which had spread to his neck, chest and underarms. The news was a devastating shock for him and his family. “Our lives were completely spun,” they shared.

Read Joseph’s Story:

On 25th August 2025, Joseph has chosen to support our Keep Me Close appeal by cycling an incredible 45 miles along the Exe Estuary Trail with his dad, Tony.

Read Dan’s Story:

In celebration of 30 years, Dan will be stepping off the top of Derriford Hospital and abseiling down the front of the building as part of Plymouth Hospitals Charity’s fundraising abseil.

Read Jake’s Story:

In 2023, Jake Bristowe was living a full life as a husband, dad of two young children, and a passionate football fan with big plans for the future. Then, out of the blue, he was diagnosed with a brain tumour.

What a pleasure it was to meet Joe Barr from Cornwall Breathers and Jim Shaylor from Devon Breathers with their fuzzy mascot, Joe Bear, this week. The Breathers team was proud to present a generous donation of £2,500 to Honeyford staff, which was raised to upgrade the family room for patients and their families.

In an extraordinary feat of endurance and determination, the Mayflower Crew has successfully completed their transatlantic rowing challenge, arriving in Antigua after weeks at sea.

"Everything we do is for Levi," says Tracey Tookey, mother of Levi Haines, after receiving the 65 Roses award by UHP's Cystic Fibrosis team. 

The family and friends of a six-year-old boy from Plymouth whose life was tragically cut short by an incurable brain tumour have honoured his memory by raising thousands of pounds for the unit at Derriford Hospital where he spent his final hours.

Read Delilah’s Story:

Last week, we met Nikita, Steven, and brave little Delilah, who raised an incredible £3016 for Children's Theatres and the Royal Eye Infirmary.