We were so thrilled to have the opportunity to get the family together to celebrate David’s life (at the Manchester Midnight Walk) and do something worthwhile for the Hospice. We loved the chance to light a candle and write a special message in memory of David half way round the walk.Anita Thomas

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In the media

See where St Ann’s has been featured online in newspapers, magazines and news websites.

Best Western reveals refurbishment plans for Cresta Court Hotel

17 April 2013 • Altrincham Messenger

Story about the activities one of our supporters is up to – including what they are doing in aid of St Ann’s.

Rachel’s marathon to remember Salford grandparents

15 April 2013 • Salford Online

Story about 20-year old student Rachel Farquhar who will make her debut in the Virgin London Marathon in memory of her grandparents.

Hotel manager gets into bed for St Ann’s Hospice in Altrincham town centre

12 April 2013 • Altrincham Messenger

Story about general manager of Cresta Court Hotel in Altrincham, Paul Hindley, fundraising from a bed in Altrincham town centre with St Ann’s nurses. The Altrincham hotel has selected St Ann’s Hospice as their Charity of the Year

Silence is golden for St Ann’s Hospice

10 April 2013 • Sale & Altrincham Messenger

Story about 12-year-old Amelia Williams who did a sponsored silence in aid of St Ann’s.

Partington family stride out in the Manchester Midnight Walk in memory of talented artist dad

3 April 2013 • Stretford & Urmston Messenger

Story of a family who will be remembering husband and father, John Cassells, who was a patient at St Ann’s.

Salford volunteer keen to spread St Anns’ word

2 April 2013 • Salford Online

Story about one of our latest volunteer ambassadors, Jim Pilling, talking about why he’s joined the team.

Fundraiser at Bowdon Rugby Club

1 April 2013 • Sale & Altrincham Messenger

Party event raised over £1.5K.

Salford hospice boss names St Ann’s in will

8 March 2013 • Salford Online

Chief executive of St Ann’s Hospice talks about why she has decided now is the time to make her Will.

Friends think of Scott with charity fundraiser for Macmillan Nurses and St. Ann’s Hospice

8 March 2013 • Stretford & Urmston Messenger

Story about four women from Urmston who held a special fundraiser in memory of their dear friend.

Trafford pub helps Altrincham FC fan boost hospice

7 March 2013 • Sale & Altrincham Messenger

Story about how pub regulars have helped Altrincham Football Club’s biggest fan – Kenny Palin – raise £250 for St Ann’s.