17 April 2025
Easter deliveries across NUH
We've received hundreds of generously donated Easter eggs, which we've been delivering to patients across NUH this week. We wanted to ensure adult patients, as well as children, got the chance for a seasonal treat this Easter. Find out more about our Easter activities.
How we're supporting home births in Nottingham
We're pleased to be supporting the Homebirth team at NUH, by providing charity-funded birthing pools. These pools will be used by expectant parents opting for a water birth in their own home. Find out more about this charity-funded project.
Arts projects help patients at Hayward House
Arts and crafts activities at Hayward House, funded by donors to Nottingham Hospitals Charity, are helping to bring a sense of community and connection for patients at Hayward House palliative care unit. Read more about this project funded by our supporters.
Special tribute to life-saving surgeon
Our supporter Debbie has raised over £2,000 by crafting special 'Basu bags' in honour of Consultant Neurosurgeon Mr Surajit Basu, who saved her husband Wayne's life after he was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Read Debbie and Wayne's story here.
Take on a fundraising challenge this summer!
Do you fancy paddling down the River Trent, abseiling down the side of the QMC, running through the streets of Nottingham, or maybe even jumping out of a plane at 13,000 feet? If so, get involved in one of our fantastic fundraising challenges this summer! Find out more and sign up here.
20 March 2025
Richard Whitehead MBE visits new children's facility
Paralympic gold medallist, marathon runner and diversity and inclusion champion Richard Whitehead MBE joined Nottingham Hospitals Charity in visiting the new Mobility Centre Children’s Annexe, at the City Hospital site, last week. Read the full story here.
Carole Joyce, mum of Stuart Broad, shares her thoughts on new Neonatal Unit
We're proud to have England cricket legend Stuart Broad, and his mum Carole Joyce, as Ambassadors of our Big Appeal. They have been supporting the appeal towards the new Neonatal Unit at QMC - a cause close to their hearts as Stuart was treated at the City Hospital Neonatal Unit as a baby. Read Carole's thoughts on the new unit after her visit earlier this month.
Know someone who loves golf? Join our charity Golf Day!
Our popular charity Golf Day is back for 2025. Get together a team of four and tee off on Friday 16th May, at the picturesque Wollaton Park Golf Club. Enjoy breakfast, 18 holes of golf, and a delicious two-course lunch, all in aid of Nottingham Children's Hospital. Find out more and sign up today!
Creating a peaceful space in Children's ED
Thanks to our supporters, we’ve been able to help provide a much-needed quiet space in the busy Children’s Emergency Department (ED) at the Queen’s Medical Centre. The Willow Room provides a safe and peaceful place for sensitive conversations. Find out more about this important facility.
Take on a fundraising challenge this summer!
Do you fancy padding down the River Trent, abseiling down the side of the QMC, running through the streets of Nottingham, or maybe even jumping out of a plan at 13,000 feet? If so, get involved in one of our fantastic fundraising challenges this summer! Find out more and sign up here.
20 February 2025
Join in one of our FUN fundraising challenges!
We’d love you to get involved in one of our exciting fundraising events in 2025, and there are a whole host to choose from. Whether you fancy running or walking around the forest at Sherwood Pines, rowing a dragon boat on the River Trent, abseiling down the side of the QMC or even jumping out of a plane, there’s an event to suit you! See all our events and sign up today!
Joyful January spreads cheer for patients young and old
Thanks to our generous donors, we brought ‘Joyful January’ to NUH by giving away a huge array of toys and games for patients across both children’s and adult areas. These toys will have a big impact on paediatric and older patients alike, during their time in hospital. Read more about our Joyful January giveaway.
Meet our fantastic new Arts Coordinators
Thanks to our donors, we've been able to fund two new Arts Coordinators who will work across NUH to provide arts activities and support for patients, visitors and staff. Art can have a huge impact on wellbeing, and we're proud to fund these important roles. Hear from our new Arts Coordinators, Lucy and Vikki.
Sharing the love for NUH
This Valentine's Day, we were sharing the love with colleagues across NUH. Patients, staff and visitors shared their messages of love and thanks - and it's not too late to add your own tribute on our special online message board. Read the messages and leave your own here.
NUH Neurosurgeon creates charity cards
NUH Neurosurgeon Surajit Basu has turned his love of photography into a way to support patients and staff through Nottingham Hospitals Charity. Mr Basu has created a series of stunning greetings card, which are on sale now at our Charity Hub on B Floor at QMC. Read Mr Basu's story here.
Why I'm taking on a skydive for Hayward House
Amanda is a Staff Nurse at Hayward House palliative care centre, and is taking on our charity skydive to raise money to support her patients and their families. Read Amanda's story here.