Author: sarahroberts
16.05.2025
It’s Ava versus Pen-y-Fan for Tŷ Hafan
This Saturday (May 17) 9-year-old Ava is going to attempt to climb the highest peak in South Wales twice and in just five hours! Ava, from Newport, has been inspired by her dad Andrew, who is a member of a...
14.05.2025
Accessible technology makes all the difference
“May 15 is Global Accessibility Day, but technology has always been key to our lives every day,” writes Emily Williams, 16, Youth Parliament Member for Tŷ Hafan and Tŷ Gobaith, and big sister to Thomas, 14. “Since my brother Thomas...
08.05.2025
Independent Healthcare Inspection Report (Announced) Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice
May 12 (Monday) is International Nurses Day and to mark the occasion this year (2025) Tŷ Hafan Childrens Hospice is sharing its most recent Independent Healthcare Inspection Report by Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW). Tŷ Hafan Chief Executive, Irfon Rees, (pictured...
02.05.2025
Check out our fantastic new community van!
BEEP BEEP! We’ve had a very exciting morning! Our team headed to Euro Commercials, where our wonderful long-term supporters unveiled our brand-new community van, in our lovely updated branding! Jeff Carne, Managing Director, Euro Commercials shared, “We’re honoured to support...
28.04.2025
“Running is my switch off time”
Bridgend dad Chris Connor will be taking on the Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice this July – and is urging others to sign up to run for Tŷ Hafan too. “I started running after my father...
17.04.2025
Paul’s Everest Base Camp Challenge for Tŷ Hafan
Today, Thursday (17th April), Tŷ Hafan dad Paul Fears will take on one of the biggest physical challenges of his life. Paul, from Church Village and a long-time supporter of Tŷ Hafan, will start the seven day climb to Everest...
14.04.2025
Thinking about Tŷ Hafan’s Big Welsh Bike Ride?
On September 12, Nickie Morris will be setting off for what promises to be the bike ride of a lifetime, taking on the Big Welsh Bike Ride for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice. Here Nickie explains in her own words what’s...
07.04.2025
Take tea or take to the skies!
Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or you prefer a cuppa, some cake and a catch-up, Tŷ Hafan has two great fundraisers for everyone in the coming months. Tŷ Hafan Skydive 2025 will take place on Saturday 9 August and offers...
04.04.2025
Top chefs raise a quarter of a million for Tŷ Hafan
Fifteen top chefs raised a quarter of a million pounds last weekend for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice. The 15 chefs, including Michelin-star holders and winners of many other top culinary awards, took part in the biennial fundraising event Chefs’ Night...
13.03.2025
Take on the Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K with Team Tŷ Hafan
Thirteen staff from Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice are set to take on the Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K this July. (Pictured left to right) Darcy Hutchings, Rebecca Bryant, Laura Grindey, Joanne Jones, Rachel Ritter, Deborah John, Rhodri David, Lucy Kettlety, James...
10.03.2025
Giving young carers a break
“This Wednesday (12th March) is Young Carers Action Day, and we cannot pass by this day without recognising our wonderful Tŷ Hafan siblings!” writes Lynne Phelps, Tŷ Hafan’s Head of Family Wellbeing and Outreach Service. “This year’s theme is ‘Give...
21.02.2025
Get on your bike for Tŷ Hafan!
Fifty cyclists are being sought to enjoy the group ride of a lifetime while raising money to support children whose lives will be short. The Big Welsh Bike Ride is an all new fundraising opportunity and has just been launched...