Welcome to Derian House
We care for more than 400 seriously ill babies, children and young people across the North West helping them make the most of every moment.
Fundraise for us
Want to fundraise for us?
Email fundraising@derianhouse.co.uk or call 01257 271 271
The Little Things
Derian House documentary
Derian dad Paul Woodward’s documentary, “The Little Things”, dives deep into the world of children’s hospices – and offers an exclusive look behind the scenes at Derian House. Directed by the award-winning Thomas Elliott Griffiths, the film highlights the moving stories and connections between families, staff, and volunteers, showcasing the blockbuster impact of hospice care.
The Little Things will be released on Amazon Prime in the UK and US on 22nd August 2025.
Family Stories
Jeffrey's story
Hello, my name is Sheryl and I want to tell you about the wonderful care your local children’s hospice has given to my family, and to ask if you will help to support more families like ours.
Our little boy Jeffrey has a rare and incurable genetic condition, known as Battens Disease, which causes seizures and progressively takes away a child’s ability to walk, talk, and see.
Jeffrey is eight years old now and is the sweetest boy – his bright brown eyes and cheeky smile could light up any room.
Latest Derian News
Nearly 2,000 Santas sleigh their way into the record books for Derian House
There was a round of Santa-plause as more red suits than ever before walked all the way from Chorley town centre to the top of Rivington Pike, and then back […]
NHS leader retires after 30 years with heartfelt farewell gift to Derian House
When Lancashire health leader Sam Proffitt stepped down after three decades of NHS service, she knew exactly how she wanted to mark her retirement. Instead of gifts, Sam asked for […]
Schoolgirl superstar running a mile every day for poorly children
A Year 7 student from Preston is going the extra mile for her local children’s hospice, Derian House, by running one mile every single day throughout November. Willoe, 11, who […]
Family’s special gift to hospice in memory of sports-mad Luke
The bereaved parents of a teenager from Leyland have ensured their son will never be forgotten by his friends – by paying for a brand new sports kit for the […]
Adventurers to trek the Sahara Desert for Derian house
Intrepid explorers will cross the world’s largest desert in Derian House’s first overseas challenge – the Sahara Desert Trek – in 2026. Starting with a night in Morroco, trekkers will […]
Chorley Cubs take big steps for poorly children
The Clayton Green Cubs, based in Chorley, laced up their boots to trek 11 miles last week (11 October) – raising £1,075 for their local children’s hospice, Derian House. The […]
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Here's the second installment of ano#ThankYouThursdayrsday extravaganza! We'll never get tired of thanking our fabulous fundraisers 🙌![]()
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💚 Chris Leavesley called by with a donation of Christmas gifts for our children and young people. ![]()
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💚 The Kingdom Club from Coppull Parish CofE Primary School has chosen Derian House as their school's Charity of the Year, and have even signed up for the Reindeer Run!![]()
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💚 Mandy hosted her annual spooky Halloween night at their 'haunted mansion', and raised a brilliant £182.86 in theWarrantywise The team at Warrantywise raised £395 at their Halloween dress-up day... with the company doubling the total, to be split amongst four local charities - includinThe Hayfield![]()
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💚 Staff at The Hayfield are sleigh-riding (virtually, via bike!) a whopping 1,376 miles from their pub to Lapland, to raise vital funds for us this Christmas.![]()
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'Tis the season to be thankful - for all of our wonderful supporters from across the North West #ThankYouThursday 🤩![]()
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💚 We've received some knitted Christmas covers for our famous Terry's Chocolate Orange campaign thanks to Chris Leavesley, Hoddlesden Ladies Group, Marilyn, Jan, and Jackie.![]()
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💚 Mia, Mary, Olivia, Scarlett and Harper set up a treats stall for the super Santas taking part in Jingle All The Way - Chorley last weekend... more on that later!![]()
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💚 Members and staff at The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa, Bolton took part in an epic spinathon to raise money for us.![]()
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💚 We received another festive batch of goodies courtesy of Dunelm Blackburn's Gift Tree.![]()
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💚 Year 3 pupils at Chorley St. James' Primary School have been learning all about the work of their local children's hospice, and fundraising for us in the process.![]()
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The three Derian musketeers! 🤩![]()
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Our terrific trio - made up of Leo, Nolan and Alex, enjoyed a crisp autumnal walk from the hospice through Astley Park, before heading for lunch at Calico Lounge 💫![]()
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Some would say that's a perfect day! 💚
Address
Derian House Children’s Hospice Chancery Road Astley Village Chorley Lancashire PR7 1DHCall Us
Telephone (General)01257 233 300
Telephone (Fundraising)
01257 271 271
