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SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T123000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260424T114124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T174212Z
UID:89145-1780740000-1780749000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wacky Wheels Drop-in at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Shooting Star House for a Wacky Wheels drop-in full of be-SPOKE crafts and activities! \n\n\nCome along to meet other Shooting Star families and enjoy a relaxed session with bike‑inspired arts and crafts\, outdoor games and cake. \n\n  \n\nFamilies are also welcome to bring bikes along for basic maintenance support. This is a drop‑in session\, so stay for as long or as little as you like. \n\n  \n\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/wacky-wheels-drop-in-at-shootingstarhouse/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89511-1781172000-1781179200@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89512-1781776800-1781784000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260427T181153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T090852Z
UID:89198-1781865000-1781877600@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Memory Day - 19th June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Memory Day is a special day to remember and treasure the life of your child. \n\n\n\n\n  \nWhether your child was supported by our hospice for many years\, you began receiving our care after they died\, or you are new to our service\, Memory Day is a day especially for you and your family. \n  \nThis year\, we are holding three Memory Day events: \n  \nFriday 19 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nSaturday 20 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \n\n\nWednesday 24 June 2026 – Gate Street Barn\, Bramley (near Guildford) \n  \nPlease make sure you RSVP to the specific Memory Day you plan to attend. You are welcome to choose the date and location that best suits you and your family. \n  \nOn the day\, you will be warmly welcomed with drinks and refreshments\, followed by a remembrance service. This includes candle lighting and a shared video montage\, offering time and space to reflect and remember together. Afterwards\, we will provide lunch and invite you to take part in creating a keepsake in memory of your child. \n  \nYou will have the opportunity to request a personalised star for the Memory Tree in the Shooting Star House Memory Garden\, or a leaf for the Memory Tree in Christopher’s Memory Garden. Each star or leaf will be engraved with your child’s name and you will be able to place this on the tree during the day if you wish. A link to the request form will be shared in your order confirmation email. \n\nPlease RSVP by Friday 29 May 2026.\nWe very much hope you can join us for one of our Memory Day events. If you have any questions or would like support with booking\, please email memoryday@shootingstar.org.uk.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/memory-day-19th-june-2026/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260427T181230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T092620Z
UID:89202-1781951400-1781964000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Memory Day - 20th June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Memory Day is a special day to remember and treasure the life of your child. \n\n\n\n  \nWhether your child was supported by our hospice for many years\, you began receiving our care after they died\, or you are new to our service\, Memory Day is a day especially for you and your family. \n  \nThis year\, we are holding three Memory Day events: \n  \nFriday 19 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nSaturday 20 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nWednesday 24 June 2026 – Gate Street Barn\, Bramley (near Guildford) \n  \nPlease make sure you RSVP to the specific Memory Day you plan to attend. You are welcome to choose the date and location that best suits you and your family. \n  \nOn the day\, you will be warmly welcomed with drinks and refreshments\, followed by a remembrance service. This includes candle lighting and a shared video montage\, offering time and space to reflect and remember together. Afterwards\, we will provide lunch and invite you to take part in creating a keepsake in memory of your child. \n  \nYou will have the opportunity to request a personalised star for the Memory Tree in the Shooting Star House Memory Garden\, or a leaf for the Memory Tree in Christopher’s Memory Garden. Each star or leaf will be engraved with your child’s name and you will be able to place this on the tree during the day if you wish. A link to the request form will be shared in your order confirmation email. \n\nPlease RSVP by Friday 29 May 2026.\nWe very much hope you can join us for one of our Memory Day events. If you have any questions or would like support with booking\, please email memoryday@shootingstar.org.uk.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/memory-day-20th-june-2026/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260427T181308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T094336Z
UID:89205-1782297000-1782309600@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Memory Day - 24th June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Memory Day is a special day to remember and treasure the life of your child. \n\n\n\n\n  \nWhether your child was supported by our hospice for many years\, you began receiving our care after they died\, or you are new to our service\, Memory Day is a day especially for you and your family. \n  \nThis year\, we are holding three Memory Day events: \n  \nFriday 19 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nSaturday 20 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nWednesday 24 June 2026 – Gate Street Barn\, Bramley (near Guildford) \n  \nWe are pleased that one of our Memory Day events will take place at Gate Street Barn in Bramley\, a peaceful countryside venue surrounded by open fields and woodland. Its calm\, private setting offers a safe and welcoming place to pause and remember\, with comfortable spaces to sit together and connect with other families\, helping you feel supported throughout the day. \n  \nPlease make sure you RSVP to the specific Memory Day you plan to attend. You are welcome to choose the date and location that best suits you and your family. \n  \nOn the day\, you will be warmly welcomed with drinks and refreshments\, followed by a remembrance service. This includes candle lighting and a shared video montage\, offering time and space to reflect and remember together. Afterwards\, we will provide lunch and invite you to take part in creating a keepsake in memory of your child. \n  \nYou will have the opportunity to request a personalised star for the Memory Tree in the Shooting Star House Memory Garden\, or a leaf for the Memory Tree in Christopher’s Memory Garden. Each star or leaf will be engraved with your child’s name and you will be able to place them on the tree when you next visit the hospice. A link to the request form will be shared in your order confirmation email. \n\nPlease RSVP by Friday 29 May 2026.\n  \nWe very much hope you can join us for one of our Memory Day events. If you have any questions or would like support with booking\, please email memoryday@shootingstar.org.uk.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/memory-day-24th-june-2026/
LOCATION:Gate Street Barn\, Gate Street\, Bramley\, Surrey\, GU5 0LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89513-1782381600-1782388800@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89514-1782986400-1782993600@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89515-1783591200-1783598400@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T123000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260601T165057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T100246Z
UID:89605-1783764000-1783773000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Seaside drop-in at Christopher's
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a summer seaside drop-in with lots of fun art and craft activities to explore! \n  \n\n\n\n\nCome along to meet other Shooting Star families and enjoy a variety of fun indoor and outdoor activities inspired by the seaside. \n  \nWe’ll have lots of arts and crafts activities to explore including sensory sand play\, creating your own “socktopus”\, making colourful fish mobiles\, sparkling sensory bottles and shaping your own clay fish with shimmering scales. There will also be plenty of shells to discover and use in your creations. \n  \nWhen it’s time to cool off\, we’ll have sweet summer treats to enjoy\, including ice creams\, lollies and candy floss. \n  \nWe look forward to welcoming you for a relaxed morning with a touch of seaside magic!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/seaside-drop-in-at-christophers/
LOCATION:Christopher’s\, Old Portsmouth Rd\, Artington\, Artington\, Artington\, near Guildford\, Surrey\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89516-1784196000-1784203200@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89517-1784800800-1784808000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260601T172610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T173610Z
UID:89614-1784800800-1784815200@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bocketts Farm Park Siblings social
DESCRIPTION:Join other siblings (aged 5+) for a special day out at Bocketts Farm Park with the chance to explore the farm\, meet a wide variety of animals and enjoy indoor and outdoor play. \nThe day will include a guided farm experience with activities such as a tractor and trailer ride\, a small animal encounter session and the chance to explore areas including the Stable Yard\, Animal Discovery Barn and Farm Walk. There will also be time to enjoy the outdoor play areas and see even more animals. \nChildren will be supported and supervised by Shooting Star staff throughout the day. This visit is designed to be a fun and relaxed experience\, with children welcome to take part in as much or as little as feels right for them. \nProvisional itinerary: \n\nArrival: 10:00am (please arrive promptly)\nGuided farm experience including tractor ride and animal encounters\nLunch together\nPig race\nFree time to explore and play (supervised by staff)\nDeparture\n\nImportant information: \n\nThe visit will take place outdoors\, so please dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear.\nPlease bring a packed lunch and drinks for your child.\nHand washing facilities are available across the farm and will be encouraged regularly\, especially after contact with animals.\nFree parking is available on-site.\n\nIf your child has any additional requirements\, please let us know when booking so we can support you as fully as possible. \nWe hope this will be a fun day out for all our siblings!
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bocketts-farm-park-siblings-social/
LOCATION:Bocketts Farm Park\, Bocketts Farm Park\, Fetcham\, England\, KT22 9DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T153000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20250523T161714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T105831Z
UID:82797-1785146400-1785339000@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Siblings' Band Camp
DESCRIPTION:Runs Monday 27 July – Wednesday 29 July\nThis July we are excited to be offering our Siblings’ Band Camp for a second year. This 3-day creative experience is a chance for bereaved siblings to come together and form their own music band\, using creativity and music as a way to explore and express their grief. \nSupported by our creative and music therapists\, they will be writing and recording their own songs to process the difficult experiences that come with loss and grief\, in a safe\, fun and caring environment. Being able to get to know and share with each other can help bereaved siblings feel less alone. \nWith support from our experienced creative and music therapists\, children and young people will work together to write and record their own songs. The sessions are designed to provide a safe\, supportive and enjoyable space where they can process difficult feelings\, build confidence and connect with others who have had similar experiences. Sharing time together in this way can help siblings feel understood and less alone.\n\n\nIf you are a parent or carer of a bereaved child or young person aged 5–17 who may benefit from attending\, please click “Enquire” to register your interest. A children’s therapist will then be in touch to talk through whether this group is the right fit. \nPlease note that it’s important for participants to attend all three days to gain the full benefit of the programme. If you do not have your own transport\, we can arrange a taxi for you. Please email groups@shootingstar.org.uk to request this.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/siblings-base-camp/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA
CATEGORIES:Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20231110T170509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z
UID:89518-1785405600-1785412800@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House
DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20230623T090049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T153537Z
UID:72103-1785672000-1785686400@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Garden at Christopher's open for National Garden Scheme
DESCRIPTION:This August\, Christopher’s will be opening the garden for the National Garden Scheme for the second time! \nOriginally set up in 1927 to support district nurses\, the National Garden Scheme now raises millions of pounds for nursing and health charities each year\, including Hospice UK\, who received a £450\,000 donation in 2024. \nAs our families will know\, the garden has been specifically designed with the needs of the children we support in mind\, from adapted play equipment and sensory trails to open areas and quiet corners to sit and reflect. In 2022\, Shooting Star Children’s Hospices were delighted to welcome a beautiful addition to the garden courtesy of wealth-management company Brewin Dolphin. The flowers were donated and repurposed from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show silver-medal-winning Brewin Dolphin garden\, which award-winning garden designer\, Paul Hervey-Brookes designed with sustainability at its heart. \nWe would love for you to join us on Sunday 2 August\, 12pm-4pm to enjoy the garden at Christopher’s alongside members of the public; refreshments will be available. \nSupported families go FREE to this event. If you would like to attend\, please fill out the form by clicking the ‘RSVP’ link. Equally\, we are happy for supported families to join us on the day without prior commitment\, but please make yourself known to a member of staff upon arrival\, so you are not charged entry. \nHowever\, if you wish to support the National Garden Scheme\, you can purchase a ticket on the day\, but please do not feel obliged to do so. \nAdults: £5\nChildren: FREE
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/garden-at-christophers-open-for-national-garden-scheme/
LOCATION:Christopher’s\, Old Portsmouth Rd\, Artington\, Artington\, Artington\, near Guildford\, Surrey\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T141500
DTSTAMP:20260602T193135
CREATED:20260128T165050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T171407Z
UID:87322-1789135200-1789136100@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ocean Youth Trust Sailing Voyage for siblings
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable 5-day sailing adventure with Ocean Youth Trust. An event for siblings 12+ to build friendships and have fun!\n\n\n\nThis unique 5-day residential sailing trip is for supported and bereaved siblings who are aged 12 or older. \nHosted by Ocean Youth Trust aboard the sailing vessel Prolific\, the voyage offers an incredible opportunity for young people to learn new skills\, gain independence\, and connect with others who share similar experiences. \nThis trip provides a safe\, supportive space for siblings to relax\, share experiences and simply be themselves. Past voyages have been described as “full of laughter\, learning\, exploring and friendship\,” with young people returning more confident and connected. \nWhat to expect:\n\nLife at Sea: You will live onboard for 4 nights\, taking part in every aspect of sailing life—steering\, navigating\, cooking\, cleaning\, and teamwork.\nAdventure & Exploration: Sail from Southampton to wherever the wind takes us; to the Isle of Wight or France (weather permitting) – it’s up to you.\nSkills & Qualifications: Learn sailing techniques and work towards the RYA Start Yachting qualification.\nFriendship & Support: Build lasting friendships with other siblings who understand your journey\, supported by Shooting Star’s Family Support Team.\nFun & Confidence: Enjoy games\, beach visits and onboard activities while developing resilience\, teamwork and independence\n\nPlease do not hesitate to contact familyevents@shootingstar.org.uk if you have any further questions.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/ocean-youth-trust-sailing-voyage-for-siblings/
LOCATION:Tagus Car Park\, 19 Maritime Walk\, Southampton\, SO14 3JY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported siblings
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