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.

Support us

Care is free for families, but it will cost £6 million to run services at Derian House this year, and we rely on the generosity of our kind supporters to keep doing what we do.

Are you a Derian family?

Visit our brand new family website where you can find out more about Derian House, book onto sessions in our pool and cinema, and learn more about how we can help.

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.

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Explore our outstanding facilities from the comfort of your own home.

latest Derian news

Latest Derian News

Sahara Desert trekkers raise £106,050 for Derian House ahead of epic challenge

Adventurers who are preparing to trek across the Sahara Desert this week have raised an incredible £106,050.75 for Derian House Children’s Hospice before they’ve even stepped foot in the sand! […]

Larger-than-life Leo is made Derian House charity ambassador

A young man known for his cheeky sense of humour, love of karaoke and infectious smile has been made a Derian House ambassador – in recognition of his support for […]

New Bamber Bridge charity shop racks up £650 in sales in first hour

Bargain hunters turned out in force for the grand opening of a brand-new Derian House charity shop in Bamber Bridge on Friday (30 October) – with one couple even making […]

Youngsters put Paddy’s Steak and McGuinness pie to the test at Derian House

Bolton legend Paddy McGuinness has teamed up with Greenhalgh’s Craft Bakery to create a signature Steak and McGuinness Pie, to raise vital funds for Derian House Children’s Hospice and Bolton […]

Tears as Mayor buys young woman’s unfinished artwork for £2,000 – then gives it back to family

An unfinished artwork created by a young woman who died aged just 22 became the emotional centrepiece of Derian House Children’s Hospice’s charity ball when it sold for £2,000 before […]

Northern film challenging hospice care myths makes London big-screen debut

A documentary shining a light on life at a Chorley children’s hospice made a special trip to London yesterday to be showcased on the big screen for colleagues from across […]

Family Stories

Luke's story

Our son Luke loved life, and though he only had 16 years, he lived every one of them exactly how he wanted to.

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Tommy's story

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Daniella's story

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Holly's story

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Jeffrey's story

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Online donation

Online

Visit our donation page
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Donate to Derian by Cheque

By Cheque

Download our template and return to:
Derian House Children’s Hospice
Chancery Road, Chorley, PR7 1DH

text Derian

By Text

Text Derian and the amount you
wish to donate to 70085
eg. DERIAN 5 to donate £5

In House Donations at Derian

In Store

Donate in our stores
in Blackburn, Horwich, Chorley, Leigh
See opening hours here

By Phone

By Phone

Call our fundraising team on
01257 271 271

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Facebook Posts

10 hours ago

Taking part in Jingle All The Way this Saturday 14th? 🧑‍🎄Greenhalghs Craft Bakery are offering anyone dressed as Santa 10% off one of their Steak & McGuinness Pies, created alongside Bolton favourite Paddy McGuinness, at any of their three local stores 🥧Even better, 50% of the profits from the pies go towards supporting Derian House 💚Visit one of their three shops below to fuel your festive trek: 📍 Chorley28 Chapel Street, PR7 1BWUnit 13, Market Walk, PR7 1DE📍 Adlington2 Babylon Lane, PR6 9NNA huge thank you to Greenhalgh's for their brilliant support 💚 ...
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16 hours ago

Do you #TickTheBox? ✅For every £1 you donate to us, we're able to claim another 25p in Gift Aid at no cost to you 🙌As long as you're a UK taxpayer, we're able to claim back 25% of your donation from HMRC if you fill out the Gift Aid declaration form! 📝The good news is that we're able to go back 4️⃣ years to ask donors if we can add Gift Aid to their donation 😍If you think you’ve donated without signing the Gift Aid declaration, you can find it on our website below ✨➡️ tinyurl.com/y3tuqjarThank you for helping us make the most of your donation 💚 ...
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22 hours ago

Just because summer is over, that doesn't stop our fabulous families from making memories with a Derian on Holiday week away! 🤩James and his sister Amelia had the best time atRibby Hall Villagellage lodge during half term week 💫They enjoyed family days out at the park, feeding the ducks, and the best Halloween party EVER! 💚 ...
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Address
Derian House Children’s Hospice Chancery Road Astley Village Chorley Lancashire PR7 1DH
Email Us

All Enquiries Info@derianhouse.co.uk

Call Us
Telephone (General)

01257 233 300

Telephone (Fundraising)

01257 271 271