Wednesday, 16 May, 2012
Spring is definitely here! On Sunday 20th May, Kirkwood will open its gates for the 2012 Spring Fair. The event, which will be the last one held in the grounds of the Hospice before work commences on the new in-patient unit, promises to be magical. Full of fun-filled games, lots… Read more
Wednesday, 16 May, 2012
The inaugral 50+ Show, sponsored by Brearleys Solicitors, is being held at The Galpharm Stadium on Thursday 7th June 2012 between 9.30am & 5pm. This fabulous day out is being organised by The Golden Years Roadshow, who have also decided to support Kirkwood and Overgate Hospices… Read more
Wednesday, 09 May, 2012
See it for yourself at The Hospice Spring Fair on Sunday 20th May, from 12pm - 4pm. Over the past few months the artists and patients at Kirkwood have been working on an exciting new project. Some of our most enduring childhood memories are of family holidays at the seaside… Read more
Friday, 04 May, 2012
The World Famous Northern Belle by Orient-Express is coming to Huddersfield...... Kirkwood Hospice is delighted to welcome the renowned Northern Belle from Huddersfield to Edinburgh for an exclusive fundraising excursion, supporting the refurbishment and extension of the hospice’s in-patient unit in their 25th anniversary year. Marie Peacock, Capital… Read more
Monday, 30 April, 2012
Kirkwood Hospice has launched an exciting new project called ‘Braveheart’. Working with external partners the project is designed specifically to help heart failure patients and their families. Sister Elaine Gill applied and received funding for the project from a major grant programme funded by the Burdett Trust for… Read more
Friday, 27 April, 2012
The Little Book of Poems is the brainchild of Jenni Smith-Wignall. She said, "We are planning to make a pocket sized book to fill with poetry. The book will include poems of uplifting and inspirational times, things and moments. The idea of making the book, is not only to… Read more
Thursday, 19 April, 2012
Are you brave enough to get LOST in Newcastle for your local Hospice? Kirkwood Hospice is searching for teams looking for a unique and exciting challenge on Saturday 9th June 2012. The Lost event brings together the intrigue of local history and the adrenaline of competition for teams to embark on… Read more
Thursday, 19 April, 2012
Colne Valley Male Voice Choir present A Grand Charity Concert at Huddersfield Town Hall on Thursday 17th May 2012 at 7.15pm. Tickets are priced from £8-£15 and all proceeds are being donated equally to Kirkwood Hospice and the Forget Me Not Children's Hospice. The evening also features the… Read more
Thursday, 19 April, 2012
The Huddersfield & Wakefield Chantry Rotary Clubs are seeking teams of 15-20 for an exciting and challenging event. On Saturday 7th July from 9.30am until 5.00pm at Pugneys Country Park Lake, Wakefield, teams will line up for the 2012 Dragon Boat Challenge. WHAT IS IT? A Dragon Boat Race… Read more
Thursday, 19 April, 2012
The Kirkwood Hospice Support Group will be holding two events in the village, to raise money for the Hospice's Capital Appeal. On Bank Holiday Monday, May 7th, there will be a Coffee Morning from 10.30am and lunches from 11.30am - 2pm in Birdsedge Church. … Read more
Wednesday, 21 March, 2012
THERE IS STILL TIME TO SNAP UP YOUR SPECIALLY DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR THE GAME ON SATURDAY! CALL 01484-557911 NOW TO MAKE SURE YOU DON'T MISS OUT! Kirkwood is pleased to be working with Huddersfield Town Football Club as part of the Football League’s national adoption of… Read more
Tuesday, 13 March, 2012
On Thursday 15th March between 6.45pm-9pm at the North. Light Gallery, Armitage Bridge a Fashion Show and Clothes sale is being held to raise funds for Kirkwood. Tickets are £5 and include free tea and cake. Clothes by Chain Reaction, selling Top Shop to Per Una at discount… Read more
Friday, 02 March, 2012
Circus Starr, ‘The Circus With A Purpose’ announces their ‘Spring Tour 2012’ which will arrive at Huddersfield Rugby Club, Lockwood Park, Brewery Drive, Huddersfield in support of Kirkwood Hospice. Just like Kirkwood, Circus Starr is also extremely proud to celebrate their Silver Jubilee, marking 25 years in… Read more
Monday, 27 February, 2012
Batley Support Group will be holding a coffee morning at Batley Town Hall on Saturday 17th March 2012, between 10am & 12pm. Everyone is welcome for tea, cakes and stalls! Read more
Thursday, 23 February, 2012
Kirkwood has vacancies for volunteers at several of its shops. Volunteers carry out a variety of essential tasks including display work, steaming, sorting, serving on the till and replenishing stock. They help to support the Hospice's network of 17 shops, which raised over £1.5 million last year… Read more
Tuesday, 21 February, 2012
Kirkwood is proud to announce the launch of its brand new gift shop, within the Hospice's shop at 90 Acre Street, Lindley. For many years, Kirkwood has had a similar gift shop within reception at its main Hospice site in Dalton. However, this is the first time a… Read more
Friday, 10 February, 2012
Kirkheaton Support Group are holding another of their very successful Beetle Drives on Thursday 16th February 2012 at The Liberal Club, Kirkheaton, between 2pm & 4pm. Everyone is welcome, from lads and lasses to Grandads and Grandmas and prizes to be won! Admission is on 50p for adults and 30p for… Read more
Friday, 10 February, 2012
Mike and family/friends are undertaking a 155 mile trek in memory of Mike's father in law, Mr Howard Perrin, to raise as much money as possible for Kirkwood Hospice. Howard died after a long & for sometime successful battle against Leukaemia, Kirkwood provided respite care & support for Howard … Read more
Friday, 10 February, 2012
February 20-26 is Student Volunteering Week 2012, an annual event to celebrate the contribution that thousands of student volunteers make across the UK. At Kirkwood Hospice we want to use the week to: • say thank you to the students who give their time and expertise working alongside us •… Read more
Friday, 10 February, 2012
Successful Sponsored Walk expanded to help 4 Hospices Kirkwood, Wakefield, Overgate and West Yorkshire Forget Me Not Children’s Hospices are to benefit from the second annual sponsored walk ‘The Rotary Navigation’ which is to be held on Sunday 1 April 2012.The first Rotary Navigation in April 2011 raised… Read more
Wednesday, 01 February, 2012
Capital Appeal – Kirkwood’s In Patient Building Project Following our successful launch event at the North Light Gallery yesterday, we thought it important to clarify the headline in today’s Examiner and share the facts about our exciting new build and how our services will continue to… Read more
Wednesday, 11 January, 2012
Kirkwood is delighted to be the chosen charity of the Huddersfield Thespians for their latest production, Happy Families by Jon Godber, which takes to the main stage of the Lawrence Batley Theatre between 17th and 21st January 2012 at 7.30pm (Saturday matinee at 2.15pm) "On his graduation day in 1978, John looks… Read more
Wednesday, 14 December, 2011
The Hospice Monday morning bereavement drop in group made donations to Kirkwood Hospice in lieu of sending Christmas cards to each other. Alongside the card three lucky people won prizes of Thornton’s chocolates and an afternoon tea for two in a hotel of their choice. Pictured is Ros… Read more
Wednesday, 14 December, 2011
The Hospice has a varied programme of festive music planned this Christmas. All are welcome to attend the concerts which will be held in the Chapel at Kirkwood. Thursday 15 December 2011 New Mill Male Voice Choir Friday 23 December 2011 Sing Christmas Carols at lunch time to a classical guitar Friday 23 December 2011 … Read more
Tuesday, 29 November, 2011
A big thank you to staff from John L Brierley Ltd and Huddersfield Town Football Club who came to volunteer at the Hospice on Friday 25th November. They undertook a variety of tasks including working in the gardens and wrapping Christmas grotto gifts. Without the support of volunteers we would… Read more
Monday, 21 November, 2011
A Day of Dance Come to enjoy an afternoon of different types of dance, including zumba and featuring special guests!!! The event is taking place between 12 noon and 4pm on Saturday 26th November in the Huddersfield University Sports Hall. Everybody is welcome! Age limit 8 - 80 All levels… Read more
Monday, 14 November, 2011
Come and join us at our fabulous Christmas Fair on Saturday 19th November and Sunday 20th November 12- 3 at Kirkwood Hospice. Soak up the atmosphere and browse at leisure at our stalls packed with a plethora of goodies including oil fragranced lamps, jewels, cards, diaries, heavenly angels and cherubs and… Read more
Tuesday, 08 November, 2011
Support Kirkwood Hospice and kick start your Christmas shopping at the same time with an exclusive dining and shopping experience in the Colne Valley, on Tuesday 29th November from 6pm. The Weavers Restaurant is now the destination of choice in Golcar for fine dining, with… Read more
Friday, 28 October, 2011
All profits to Kirkwood Hospice reg charity no. 512987 Saturday November 5th at 6pm All the family are welcome... FIREWORK DISPLAY, GREAT BONFIRE with an almighty after party! DJ Matt on the decks, 7.30pm-Midnight Hot dogs, pie & peas and other food available until 8pm California Inn, Gomersal – 92… Read more
Wednesday, 19 October, 2011
Heckmondwike Support Group will be holding their annual Christmas Fair at Cawley Lane Junior School on 19th November between 10am and 12 noon. Stalls will include cards, gifts, cakes, books, tombola and raffle. Why not come along and get into the festive spirit! Read more
Wednesday, 19 October, 2011
The Hospice’s Retail team is delighted to have been shortlisted for one of the Huddersfield Examiners Business Awards. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony at The Galpharm Stadium on Thursday 3 November. On hearing this exciting news Susan Marsden one of the Hospice… Read more
Friday, 16 September, 2011
Batley Town Hall on 5th November 2011. Stalls are still available at this popular annual event, organised by the Batley & Birstall Support Group. Priced at a very reasonable £25, please call June Scott on 01924 508667 or Helen Wall on 01924 476566 as soon as possible to secure your table. Read more
Tuesday, 13 September, 2011
Eric's Restaurant, Lindley Late Summer Charity Night in aid of Kirkwood Hospice. Thursday 15th September 7.30pm Three course dinner £25 [£5 from every booking donated to Kirkwood Hospice] To book please ring Eric's direct on 01484 646416. Thankyou. Read more
Tuesday, 13 September, 2011
Deighton WMC Sunday 2nd October 2011 1.30pm Presented by Miss Fish. Fabulous entertainment includes, Mark’s Brothers, Dezzi Dee & Foxy and Adam Q. Tickets £5 For tickets please contact the club direct or organiser Dave Wenzel on 07786 620 814. Read more
Tuesday, 23 August, 2011
On Sunday 16th October Heckmondwike Support Group will be holding their Annual Craft Fayre at Heckmondwike Grammar School between 10am to 3pm. If you would like to book a stall at the fayre contact Bob Stocks on 01924 406748 or at bobandjoanstocks@ntlworld.com, or Jean Oldfield on 01924 402836. … Read more
Tuesday, 21 June, 2011
On Wednesday 27th July 2011 at 10am, Kirkwood will open the doors of its 17th charity shop in Meltham. The shop will sell a wide range of ladies,, gents and children's fashions as well as bric a brac, books and music. Shop manager Hannah Bamforth said, "We are really… Read more
Tuesday, 21 June, 2011
Kirkwood's charity shop in Batley has undergone a transformation in the last 3 weeks, following the completion of a comprehensive programme of refurbishment. The newly transformed shop was re-opened by John Denham, Kirkwood's chair of Trustees on Wednesday 29th June 2011 at 10am. Customers enjoyed Bucks Fizz and chocolates… Read more