The Kirkwood

Meltham Golf Club Tees Up Support for The Kirkwood

Steven Downes — Tue, 12 May 2026 11:12:00 +0000

We are delighted to have been chosen as the Charity of the Year by the Captains of Meltham Golf Club. This fantastic show of support means so much to The Kirkwood and reflects the strong community spirit shared between the club and local hospice care.

The Kirkwood nurse trio taking fundraising to new heights with daring skydive challenge

Steven Downes — Mon, 11 May 2026 06:05:00 +0000

Three dedicated nurses from The Kirkwood are preparing to take the ultimate leap later this year as they swap the hospice floor for the skies, all in aid of raising vital funds for the charity they are so proud to serve.

Celebrating The Kirkwood’s Incredible Domestic Team

Steven Downes — Tue, 05 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

When working for or volunteering for The Kirkwood every role plays a vital part in creating the warm, compassionate and dignified environment that patients and families rely on, and few teams embody that more quietly, yet powerfully, than the hospice’s dedicated domestic team.

Shop Spotlight of the month - Almondbury

Deborah Toye — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:06:00 +0000

For many people in Almondbury, The Kirkwood shop is much more than a place to browse for pre-loved bargains. It is a welcoming space at the heart of the village, somewhere people can pop in for a chat, bring donations, meet familiar faces and know they will always be greeted with kindness.

CPS Estates joins The Kirkwood Business Movement

Steven Downes — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:59:00 +0000

Our mission is to provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive and life limiting illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, and those who care for them, when they need it. Working collectively to ensure these people feel supported to live the best quality of life they can.

Getting to know Alice, one of our wonderful nurses

Steven Downes — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:29:00 +0000

After first walking through the doors of The Kirkwood in 2018, Alice Somerville knew she had found somewhere special. Now, after years of experience, travel, and a full-circle return, she is proud to be part of a team delivering compassionate, patient focused care at the heart of the Kirklees community.

George Takes on the Great Wall for The Kirkwood’s 40th Anniversary

Steven Downes — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:34:00 +0000

Taking on a once-in-a-lifetime challenge to mark The Kirkwood’s 40th anniversary, George Kitchen from Holmfirth is preparing to trek one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, the Great Wall of China.

Barden Print joins The Kirkwood Business Movement

Steven Downes — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:09:00 +0000

John Jackson shares how his love of dogs connects to supporting The Kirkwood

Steven Downes — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:41:00 +0000

A lifelong love of dogs has been transformed into a powerful fundraising project for The Kirkwood, thanks to the dedication and creativity of John Jackson.

Samantha Taylor-O’Brien shares why The Kirkwood means so much to her family

Steven Downes — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:02:00 +0000

For Samantha Taylor-O’Brien, supporting The Kirkwood is far more than just taking part in events, it’s a deeply personal journey shaped by loss, love and a strong sense of community. What began as a way to give back following a difficult time has grown into a lasting commitment, shared with family and friends year after year.

Why Angela has taken part in the Starlight Walk for 10 years

Steven Downes — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0000

Each summer, thousands of supporters come together for The Kirkwood Starlight Walk, lighting up the streets of Huddersfield in a powerful show of remembrance, celebration and community. Among them is Angela Pelan, a dedicated nurse with The Kirkwood, who has been taking part in the event for over a decade, alongside her family.

Why Gill is walking in memory at this years Starlight Walk

Steven Downes — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0000

For Gill Lodge and her family, The Kirkwood became a place of comfort, compassion and unforgettable care during one of the most difficult times in their lives.

CPW Celebrant joins The Kirkwood Business Movement

Steven Downes — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:21:00 +0000

The Kirkwood Joins National Call for Fairer Hospice Funding

Jim Coward — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:42:00 +0000

This week, our Chief Executive, Michael Crowther, and Sonia Tyndall, Matron in Specialist Palliative Care, joined hospice leaders in Parliament, adding our voice to the urgent call for a sustainable, national funding model for palliative and end of life care

Sisters Share Powerful Story of Care, Love and Lasting Connection with The Kirkwood

Steven Downes — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:29:00 +0000

For sisters Julie Lawton and Lindsay Salvini, their connection to The Kirkwood began at one of the most difficult times in their lives. When their mum, Margaret, was diagnosed with lung cancer, the months that followed were filled with uncertainty, responsibility and emotional strain. But through that experience, they found not only support, but a place that would change their lives forever.

Dave talks about the care and support he found with The Kirkwood

Steven Downes — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:17:00 +0000

Dave Lloyd, from Fixby, has spent much of his life living with a long-term health condition, but it is only in recent months that his situation has significantly changed — leading him to receive care on the In-Patient Unit at The Kirkwood.

Students Unite Through Music to Support The Kirkwood

Steven Downes — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:50:00 +0000

A group of passionate students from the University of Huddersfield are preparing to host a unique live music event at the end of April, bringing together creativity, collaboration and community spirit in support of The Kirkwood.

Family fundraiser runs 100km each to give back to The Kirkwood

Steven Downes — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:36:00 +0000

A determined group of family and friends have raised funds for The Kirkwood by each completing an incredible 100km running challenge across a single month, inspired by the care their loved ones received.

The Kirkwood Secures Vital Funding to Support Care in Kirklees

Jim Coward — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0000

We are pleased to announce we have secured new, long-term NHS funding which will help our charity to reinforce and protect key services following a period of significant financial challenge.

Running with Purpose Hilary Takes on the Boston Marathon in Memory of Dennis

Steven Downes — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:49:00 +0000

Hilary Baseley is preparing to take on one of the world’s most iconic races, the Boston Marathon, and she’s doing it for a deeply personal reason.