Make a splash at Plymouth Life Centre! For the second year running this venue promises to provide a stunning setting for St Luke’s sponsored Swimathon. On Saturday 21st September 2013, swimmers will have the chance to enjoy the first class facilities whilst raising vital funds for St Luke’s.
The Swimathon event opens at 6.30pm at the Plymouth Life Centre. The swim will consist of three distances to choose from; 1km and 2km for individuals or the ultimate 5km as a team only.
There will be food and refreshments available to purchase at the venue. Spectators are welcome,...
On Saturday 14th September, the graduation marquees on Plymouth Hoe will be transformed in the style of Hollywood’s most glamorous red-carpet occasion. A delicious three-course meal will be provided by award-winning local caterers, Posh Nosh; a fantastic live band will keep this stylish ball going long into the night; and there will be a live auction featuring a selection of unique prizes and experiences worthy of a star.
There are just 50 tables available on a first come first served basis so make sure you don’t miss out on your chance to experience a star-studded night in...
Battle it out on the water with our brand new event in 2013. We're inviting local organisations, companies and families to battle it out on the water for St Luke's.
Each boat can hold up to 16 paddlers, one drummer and a qualified helmsperson provided by our partner for this event, Dragon Boat Events. No previous experience is required, it's a unique opportunity to try something new, build team spirit, network or challenge other local companies, whilst fundraising with families and friends. All participants compete on equal terms regardless of gender fitness levels...
A grant for over £130,000 has been awarded to a local play charity in Plymouth to provide year-round activities for children and young people from Forces families.
The Plymouth Armed Forces Community Covenant recently awarded £138, 769 to Stonehouse Playspace Association to hold free and fun activities at locations across the city for children and young people. They will be free for...
Established local businessman and owner of the Sutton Road HiQ Plymouth, Bob Saunders has set off on a charitable journey that will see him take on the famous Monte Carlo or Bust rally. In a bid to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Care, Bob will drive over 1,000 miles, visit three different countries and do it all in a V-reg Citroen Belingo.
Brewin Dolphin, one of the UK’s largest independently-owned private client wealth managers announces its inaugural Charity Golf Day held at Boringdon Park Golf Club was a resounding success.
Attracting over 60 golfers, the event in aid of British Limbless Ex-Service Men’s Association (BLESMA) was won by Kitsons Solicitors and raised over £1,300 for this worthy cause.
Before you decide to discard that envelope with the used stamp on it, refrain and save it for the St Luke’s Hospice. The hospice would like your used stamps, as they can raise money for St Luke’s by selling them on to raise much needed funds.
Last year they raised over £1500 but this year they are hoping they can do a lot better and need your help to do so.
Following on from the success of last year’s Castaway Five Day Challenge for Dorset-based Diverse Abilities Plus, the charity is welcoming participants for this year’s event, taking place from Saturday 21 – Wednesday 25 September, and which is sponsored by Seeker News.
The charity, that supports local children and adults with physical and learning disabilities, is looking for 24 men...
Going the extra mile for this year’s Staff Cup Challenge, Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust's Finance Team, led by Aretha Zachlod, Category Buyer raised a staggering £1,133 for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Derriford Hospital through sponsorship for their Plymouth Half Marathon efforts.
For one member of the team Jon Fox, Purchasing Systems Supervisor and his wife Nicola,...
Plymouth University welcomed a new member to its team this week in the form of ‘One Week Job’ man Matt Frost.
30-year-old Matt, from Liskeard in Cornwall, is currently trying his hand at 52 jobs in a year and is on week 19 of his challenge. Some of his previous jobs include a stuntman, farmer, outdoor instructor, pizza delivery man and journalist.
