What is Make a Will Month? This January is our annual Make a Will Month where we are partnering with several local solicitors who are giving you an opportunity to plan for the future and support your local children’s hospice. Taking part in Make a Will Month for Derian House is your chance to make […]
Come along on Sunday 23 April and experience our colourful and fun gardens in the spring sunshine. There’s plenty of fun in store for garden enthusiasts and families alike. Meet our Pets as Therapy dogs, chat to our volunteers and enjoy homemade cake and refreshments. There will also be a plant sale as well as […]
Please note, pre-booking for this event has now closed but tickets are still available at the gate. Come along on Sunday 13 August for an action packed day of fun in the summer sunshine. Our gardens will play host to your favourite super heroes as well as some of our local heroes including exciting and […]
Lock up your boss... Bail Me Out is BACK! We’re looking for CEO’s, Managing Directors and high profile individuals to take part in this FUNdraising challenge which will see your boss (fictitiously!) arrested, charged with crimes and then placed on trial! When they are found guilty of these dastardly deeds (which they will, it’s kind […]
To celebrate 30 years of care we’d love for you to throw a party in October to raise vital funds for Derian House Children’s Hospice. What? Whether you choose a school disco, bake sale or own clothes day, we’d love for you to host it in honour of Derian’s 30th birthday! When? Pick a date […]
Our annual Lights of Love celebration returns to illuminate Blackburn Cathedral on Friday 1st December 2023 at 7:30pm. Join us for a magical evening of your favourite Christmas carols performed by The Rawstorne Singers as well as uplifting music from The Local Vocals Choir, and more! Hot drinks and mince pies will be available on […]
Woof, bark, woof woof bark! Countryside or town, one dog or two, rain or shine, we know you love walking your four-legged friends. Get your walking boots on and join others to walk 100km throughout February 2024. All we ask is that you raise a minimum of £100 for 100k – that’s about 3.5k/2 miles […]
Businesses - let's talk (and have breakfast!)! On Friday 8th March 2024 at Derian House Children's Hospice we are hosting a networking meeting to launch our £50 Business Challenge for 2023. We would love for businesses to join us to network with each other and to find out more about how your business can get […]
Businesses - take OUR money! A work bake sale? A sponsored lunchtime walk? Or even a golf day? Running from March to June, our £50 Business Challenge will see us hand businesses across the North West of England £50 in return for their pledge to turn it into more funds for the children and families […]
So with that, It is with regret - you're fired! Calling all young Lord Sugars or Elon Musk types - we want to see how you would turn our £50 into your own little business empire to raise much needed funds for our children and families. Offering a homework service for your friends for a […]
Fire up the engines! Stars & Cars is back for 2024! Europe's largest collection of Movie & TV replica vehicles are re-assembling to raise money for Derian House Children's Hospice. Being held on April 14th at Bolton Arena in Horwich, Stars & Cars will bring a selection of film characters, props, celebrities and of course […]
Let's hit the Bay! In 2024 we are once again guiding supporters of Derian House Children's Hospice across Morecambe Bay to raise funds for our children and families. Starting off in Arnside, our Guide to the sands Michael Wilson will lead our party to the picturesque village of Grange-over-Sands. This 7-10 mile walk can be […]
Vrooooom! One of the largest events of our yearly calendar "Supercar Showtime" is back for 2024! Hosted at Hoghton Tower in Preston, Supercar Showtime brings together the finest examples of Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini and many more household super car names from across the country all in one place . Since the beginning of the event […]
Dont. Look. Down. Dive For Derian is back for 2024! Get ready to strap yourself in and fly up to 11,000ft or 15,000ft with us to take part in Dive For Derian! Once the door of the plane opens you will jump out attached to your British Skydiving qualified instructor and experience speeds of 120mph […]
Set yourself the greatest target for 2024! Have you ever wanted to join the 57,000 determined and dedicated runners that make the Great North Run the World’s biggest and best half marathon? The GNR is famous for its warm North East welcome, unbeatable atmosphere and the millions raised for good causes and this year we […]
