Moments of Light
This autumn, something extraordinary will unfold at Dorothy House in Winsley. From October to December 2026, as evening settles over the valley, the Hospice grounds will come alive with a breathtaking new large-scale light installation by internationally renowned artist and Dorothy House Ambassador, Bruce Munro.
Monthly Giving Appeal
Our community needs long-term, sustainable funding to ensure no one has to face death alone.
Your monthly gift can help patients and families that need help right now, and into the future.It will shape the future of a care plan, it will be a gift of reason and understanding, it will be a voice of love and care offered for free, at a time of utmost need for countless families that need our help, today and in the future.
We're here for you
We support any adult (18+) in the Dorothy House area with an incurable life-limiting illness or with severe frailty, and also their family (including children) and carers.
Dorothy House offers care, comfort and compassion to people in the last 1,000 days of their lives. We’re here when it counts, helping people to live well, die peacefully and feel supported in bereavement.
For the past 50 years, we’ve provided free, personalised palliative and end of life care to thousands of people in our region, combining excellent care with practical and emotional support. We’re only here because of the support we receive from those communities. Our story is their story and it’s personal.
Death comes to us all. Accepting this helps us find meaning and a deeper love for life in all its shapes and forms. At Dorothy House, we may not be able to add days to life, but together we can add life to days.
We deliver specialist palliative and supportive care. We collaborate with organisations locally and internationally to improve people’s lived experiences. We empower people to play their part and live life to the full, whatever their condition. There’s always something that can make a difference.
Death is part of life. End of life care is for all.
Donate now
As your local hospice, we work to ensure that everyone in our community with a life-limiting illness has access to personalised end of life care. To do this, we have to raise over £19 million each year. Without your generous donations, our care and services would not be possible.
Ways to get involved
50 years of care - Toby Porter's story
This year, we proudly celebrate our 50th birthday — a milestone marking half a century of compassionate care, innovation, and community partnership.
We were delighted to receive a letter of congratulations and thanks from Toby Porter, CEO of Hospice UK. Toby has campaigned tirelessly for long-term hospice funding, and we are grateful for Hospice UK’s efforts to help secure the future of hospices in the UK.
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Upcoming events
Palliative Care Research Conference
Located at the Hospice in Winsley on Thursday 4 June 2026, we’re delighted to be hosting our second collaborative Palliative Care Research Conference.
The Conference will bring together experts in the field to discuss the latest findings and innovations. Learn about the latest research, innovations and best practice in providing palliative care in both residential and community settings from leading researchers, practitioners and patients.
Well Cottage Open Garden
Step inside a hidden garden at Badminton Estate. Discover the private Well Cottage Open Garden on 14 June– a rare chance to explore a peaceful retreat on the edge of the estate.
Kindly hosted by Her Grace Miranda, Duchess of Beaufort to celebrate Dorothy House’s 50th anniversary.
Host a Coffee Morning - make a difference with coffee and cake!
Whether you’re looking for a fun way to fundraise for Dorothy House, or you just simply love a slice of cake, it’s a tasty way to raise vital funds for the Hospice.
Sign up today and get baking!
The Dorothy House Podcast
In this deeply moving episode, we hear from Seb, who tragically lost his mother at a young age. Seb shares his personal story of loss, the overwhelming emotions that followed, and the struggle to process his grief. He opens up about the anger he felt during his childhood and his intense desire to appear strong in the face of overwhelming pain. Through his raw and honest reflections, Seb explores how those feelings shaped him and how he found a path towards healing. This episode offers a powerful message about vulnerability, resilience, and the complexity of grief.
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