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29 Apr 2026 Community

Getting to know Alice, one of our wonderful nurses

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…

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28 Apr 2026 Community

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

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…

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21 Apr 2026 Community

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

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.

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20 Apr 2026 Community

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

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…

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17 Apr 2026 Community

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

Each summer, thousands of supporters come together for The Kirkwood Starlight Walk, lighting up the streets of Huddersfield in a powerful show of remembrance,…

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