The BIG Dog Walk Challenge: Walk 100km this January
January will soon be here, and it’s time to lace up your walking boots and grab your furry friend for an adventure while fundraising along the way! This winter, we’re calling on all dog lovers to take...
View ArticleMartin House mum publishes children’s book
Martin House mum Rachel Mangan has published a children’s book inspired by her son Jack and his favourite toy. The Lion Who Lost His Courage is aimed at children aged two to six, and tells the story of...
View ArticleThe BIG Give Challenge: Give something up this February
It’s February, the month of love, lent and challenges! This year, why not commit to something BIG and join The BIG Give? For 28 days, we’re asking you to give something up and give something back — all...
View ArticleNew Year, New You: Take on The BIG Challenge in 2025
Start the year with a BIG goal – and make a BIG difference The start of a new year is the perfect time to embrace fresh challenges, set new goals, and make a positive impact. But what if your New...
View ArticleWe’ve Hit £1 Million and Completed Phase One of THE BUILD
Incredible news! We’re excited to announce that Phase One of THE BUILD is now complete! This phase included the construction of a brand-new children’s wing, designed to provide even more comfort, care,...
View ArticleA decade of dedication as Linley & Simpson raises £220,000 for Martin House
Yorkshire estate agency Linley & Simpson has been a valued partner of Martin House more than a decade, raising an incredible £220,000 in that time. Throughout our partnership, Linley & Simpson...
View ArticleMother’s Day Grief: Supporting Bereaved Mothers and Remembering Child Loss
Mother’s Day can be an incredibly painful reminder for mothers who have experienced the loss of a child or pregnancy. We understand the unique grief and challenges this day, and many others, can...
View ArticleMore Than a Marathon: Motivations Behind Running for Martin House
With the roar of the London Marathon just two weeks away, a team of remarkable individuals are lacing up their trainers with more than just a personal best in mind. They are running for charity,...
View ArticleThe First UK Hospice to Achieve the Inclusive Employers Standard (Bronze)
The Inclusive Employers Standard is a robust evidence-based inclusion accreditation run by Inclusive Employers. This process has helped us understand more about where we are in our inclusion journey...
View ArticleHelp us build a hydrotherapy pool to provide vital new facilities
For most families, a trip to the swimming pool is a simple pleasure. But for families caring for a child with a life-shortening or complex condition, it’s often impossible. That’s why, as part of phase...
View ArticleThe Power of Sound: Martin House Music Therapy Featured in New Book
Martin House music therapist Cathy Ibberson has shared her experience of working with children in a newly published book. Cathy contributed a chapter to Music Therapy in Children’s Palliative Care,...
View ArticleThe BIG Swim Challenge: Dive In and Make a Splash This Summer
This summer, we’re making waves for a BIG cause and we want YOU to jump in with us! Introducing The BIG Swim, a fundraising challenge that invites adults, children, families, and swim teams to take on...
View ArticleFinding Hope in Every Page – Shelter for a Butterfly
At Martin House, we are always touched by the incredible support we receive from our community. One such act of kindness has come from Sue, a retired sales director turned children’s author, who has...
View ArticleSupporting Bereaved Fathers: Navigating Father’s Day After Child Loss
As Father’s Day approaches, we acknowledge this can be a profoundly difficult time for many, especially for dads who have experienced the loss of a child. Many grieving fathers find it challenging to...
View ArticleLinley & Simpson Go the Extra 300 Miles for Martin House
Martin House partners Linley & Simpson aren’t afraid of a challenge when it comes to fundraising for their favourite cause. From tackling the Yorkshire Three Peaks to competing in the Martin House...
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