BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Shooting Star Children’s Hospices - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Shooting Star Children’s Hospices X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260217T144319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144949Z UID:87667-1777485600-1777489200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Scouts at Christopher's DESCRIPTION:Official Scout Group – at Christopher’s for children and young people with a life-limiting condition aged 6+.\nWe would love to invite a small group of young people who are aged 6+ to embark on their Scouting journey. Scouting is an all-inclusive youth group that welcomes young people of all abilities. Our Scout Group is affiliated with the 9th Guildford Scout Group. \nScouting is accessible to all and focuses on making reasonable adjustments to activities\, badges\, and awards to ensure everyone can participate and thrive. This includes working with parents and carers to understand individual needs and provide appropriate support. At Scouts\, we’re open to all. Our main priority is to make sure that everyone\, be that our young people or our volunteers\, feels welcome and comfortable to take part. \nParents/carers will need to stay with their young people for the session\, and drinks and biscuits will be provided. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/scouts-at-christophers-5/ LOCATION:Christopher’s (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, Old Portsmouth Road\, Artington\, England\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported children ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/09/scouts-image-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:88864-1777543200-1777550400@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-2-2025-03-13/2026-04-30/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T121500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20250211T115452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T115452Z UID:88881-1777551300-1777554000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Breathe (Hybrid) DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to restore your mental wellbeing\, join us for fortnightly Breathe sessions.\nCreating a calm and grounding space for you\, in person and online.\nEach session we introduce guided therapeutic practices bringing balance\, reducing symptoms of emotional distress or sleep disruption that you may be experiencing. Breathe is a non-talking group\, led by one of our counsellors. \nAll parents of children with life-limiting conditions and are welcome to attend. Breathe is helpful if you need space for self-care or if you are experiencing extreme stress and symptoms of trauma. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/breathe-trauma-informed-holistic-therapy-2026-02-12/2026-04-30/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (and online)\, Shooting Star House\, Hampton\, TW12 3HD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported dads,Supported mums ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/02/Breathe-event-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20230913T093554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T095106Z UID:73606-1777698000-1777870799@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Isle of Wight Challenge DESCRIPTION:Great challenges need great settings\, and up to 2\,000 adventurers will tackle the Isle of Wight’s stunning coastal path over the bank holiday weekend. Take it on as your pace as a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star! \nIt’s along the spectacular southern cliffs\, past the Needles\, and up to historic Cowes. For Full Island Challengers it’s on to Ventnor\, and back to our welcome basecamp in Chale\, after an epic journey! \nJoin as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all of the way\, plenty of food & drink\, optional camping & transfers\, a special medal\, T-Shirt and celebration finish. With distance options ranging from the full 106km\, down to the ‘Medina 10 mile’ – there’s an Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge for everyone! \nPush yourself further in 2026\, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s No.1 Series of Treks & Trail Challenges. \n• Walk\, Jog\, or Run • 106km\, 50km\, 25km\, 10-mile Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt • URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/isle-of-wight-challenge-2/ LOCATION:Chale\, Isle of Wight CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Running,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2023/09/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260130T153446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T153446Z UID:88879-1778004000-1778005800@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Breathe (Online) DESCRIPTION:Discover our new fortnightly evening Breathe sessions. We’re pleased to offer a calming space to unwind\, reset\, and feel supported – all from the comfort of your home. \nBreathe offers a gentle space whether you’re managing stress\, processing emotions\, seeking steadiness\, or hoping to regain a sense of calm. \nEach session includes guided therapeutic practices designed to bring grounding and balance to the end of your day. This is a non‑talking group\, led by one of our counsellors. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/breathe-online/2026-05-05/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/01/breathe-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:88865-1778148000-1778155200@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-2-2025-03-13/2026-05-07/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260316T121602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T131123Z UID:88573-1778263200-1778274000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Dad's Gardening and BBQ-ing DESCRIPTION:Join us for a summer BBQ and get your hands dirty with some much needed garden DIY. You can get involved as much or as little as you would like! \nChat to other dads whilst enjoying the (hopefully good) evening weather\, with a cold beverage and BBQ bites provided by us. \nCome along with your dad and enjoy an evening out in the Shooting Star garden space! URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/dads-gardening-and-bbq-ing/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, England\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported dads,Supported grandparents ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/03/bbq-website-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260316T121225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130059Z UID:88569-1778322600-1778335200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Relaxed Brunch DESCRIPTION:Join us at Shooting Star House to meet other Mums\, take time for yourself and enjoy a bite of brunch. \n\n\n\n\nWe will have pastries\, fruit and a range of hot and cold beverages for you to enjoy. Sit and relax\, whilst chatting to other mums or try your hand at some of our mindful crafts. \nThere will be many relaxation activities to get involved with to enjoy the day. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to take some time for yourself! URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/relaxed-brunch/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, England\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported mums ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/03/relaxed-brunch-website-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20250822T161609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T090845Z UID:84449-1778698800-1778706000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Bereaved Parents' Forum DESCRIPTION:All parents of Shooting Star are invited to our Bereaved Parents’ Forum\, which takes place four times a year on Zoom. Everyone is welcome to this informal meeting – and encouraged to bring a cup of tea and snacks! \nAt our forum\, we tell you about new ideas we have\, and ask your opinion about changing and growing aspects of our care. Being able to talk to you about the care you receive helps us know what works well and what we can improve. We’re grateful to every parent who gives us their time by attending the forum. This helps ensure that the care we provide is as meaningful as possible for all the families of Shooting Star. \nPlease come along if you are free. \nZoom details will be shared via text on the day – there’s no need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereaved-parents-forum/2026-05-13/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/01/parent-carer-zoom.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20251230T170253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T171512Z UID:87079-1778751000-1778761800@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning and RESPECT documentation – Study Session DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 3-hour interactive online workshop on Advance Care Planning and RESPECT documentation\, led by members of the Specialist Paediatric Palliative Care Team. \nAre you a health care professional working in paediatric or neonatal care who feels hesitant or uncertain about beginning conversations around advance care planning? \nThis workshop offers a supportive space to learn best practices – from understanding the legal and ethical principles\, to practical exercises on communication and exploration of end-of-life wishes.  This session combines subject- experts\, case-studies and discussion.  The aim is to build confidence and competence in completing ACP and RESPECT documentation correctly and sensitively. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/advance-care-planning-and-respect-documentation-study-session/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/Advanced Care planning.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:88866-1778752800-1778760000@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-2-2025-03-13/2026-05-14/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T121500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20250211T115452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T115452Z UID:88882-1778760900-1778763600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Breathe (Hybrid) DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to restore your mental wellbeing\, join us for fortnightly Breathe sessions.\nCreating a calm and grounding space for you\, in person and online.\nEach session we introduce guided therapeutic practices bringing balance\, reducing symptoms of emotional distress or sleep disruption that you may be experiencing. Breathe is a non-talking group\, led by one of our counsellors. \nAll parents of children with life-limiting conditions and are welcome to attend. Breathe is helpful if you need space for self-care or if you are experiencing extreme stress and symptoms of trauma. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/breathe-trauma-informed-holistic-therapy-2026-02-12/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (and online)\, Shooting Star House\, Hampton\, TW12 3HD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported dads,Supported mums ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/02/Breathe-event-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20230824T135611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T095817Z UID:73179-1778907600-1779080399@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Jurassic Coast Challenge DESCRIPTION:Spectacular World Heritage coastline to take on at your pace as a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star! \nA start in Corfe Castle\, the route heads down to Swanage\, and along through Lulworth cove\, past Durdle Door\, with ups & downs to Weymouth halfway. For full 100km challengers\, it’s past Portland Bill\, Chesil Beach\, and on to West Bay – before a finish line in the vibrant town of Bridport. \nWith half\, Weymouth Marathon\, quarter\, and a 10km challenge options also – it’s the event of the year! \nJoin up to 3\,000 adventurers as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way\, plenty of food & drink\, optional camping & transfers\, a special medal\, T-Shirt and celebration finish – and a great sense of achievement! \nPush yourself further in 2026\, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s No.1 Series of treks & trail challenges. \n• Walk\, Jog\, or Run • 100km\, ~50km\, ~25km\, 10km Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt •  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/jurassic-coast-challenge-3/ LOCATION:Corfe Castle\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Running,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2023/08/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260313T110830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130203Z UID:88486-1778925600-1778934600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:May drop-in at Christopher's DESCRIPTION:Join us for outdoor crafts and activities to welcome some (hopefully) warmer weather!\nCome to our drop-in session to meet other Shooting Star families and join in the fun. We will have lots of outdoor crafts and activities\, weather dependent\, to share and enjoy. There will be flowers\, stick crafts and sweet treats. \nWe look forward to watching the creativity flow! URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/may-drop-in-at-christophers/ LOCATION:Christopher’s\, Old Portsmouth Rd\, 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/03/may-drop-in-website-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260316T114600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130413Z UID:88549-1779300000-1779303600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Scouts at Christopher's DESCRIPTION:Official Scout Group – at Christopher’s for children and young people with a life-limiting condition aged 6+.\nWe would love to invite a small group of young people who are aged 6+ to embark on their Scouting journey. Scouting is an all-inclusive youth group that welcomes young people of all abilities. Our Scout Group is affiliated with the 9th Guildford Scout Group. \nScouting is accessible to all and focuses on making reasonable adjustments to activities\, badges\, and awards to ensure everyone can participate and thrive. This includes working with parents and carers to understand individual needs and provide appropriate support. At Scouts\, we’re open to all. Our main priority is to make sure that everyone\, be that our young people or our volunteers\, feels welcome and comfortable to take part. \nParents/carers will need to stay with their young people for the session\, and drinks and biscuits will be provided. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/scouts-at-christophers-6/ LOCATION:Christopher’s (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, Old Portsmouth Road\, Artington\, England\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported children ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/03/Scouts-website-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:88867-1779357600-1779364800@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-2-2025-03-13/2026-05-21/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20251230T154904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172448Z UID:87051-1779366600-1779370200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session) DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-05-21/ CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BrainSpace.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20230824T140557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T100607Z UID:73184-1779512400-1779685199@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:London 2 Brighton Challenge DESCRIPTION:2\,000 or so adventurers will take on the Capital to Coast trails and test their grit & determination. You can join and take it on at your pace as a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star! \nRichmond-Upon-Thames is the start\, and it’s over the North Downs with wonderful Surrey & Sussex countryside to halfway at Turners Hill. The full 100km route heads over the South Downs before the welcome sight of the Brighton coastline comes into view. \nSign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way\, plenty of food & drink\, optional camping & transfers\, a special medal\, T-Shirt and celebration finish. \nWith half\, quarter\, Marathon & 25km options also available – there’s a bank holiday weekend challenge here for everyone! Push yourself further in 2026\, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s No.1 Series of treks & trail challenges. \n• Walk\, Jog\, or Run • 100km\, ~50km\, 25km\, Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt • URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/london-2-brighton-challenge-2/ LOCATION:Richmond upon Thames\, TW9 1TH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Running,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2023/08/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260316T115858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130533Z UID:88554-1779876000-1779895800@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Siblings Day Holiday Club DESCRIPTION:A fun day for our bereaved and supported siblings to come together for a day of detective mischief! \n\n\n\n\nSiblings’ holiday club is set to be a brilliant\, fun-packed day. With so many fun activities planned (5+\, including teens) at Shooting Star House. Throughout the day\, children will aim to solve the Shooting Star mystery! Who did it? Where? How? All will be revealed through detective-themed activities\, crafts and games\, with activities adapted to ensure they are age-appropriate and fun for all. \nPlease drop off at 10am\, pick up is at 3.30pm. \nOur siblings’ club helps children find comfort in being with other siblings and a chance to make some new friends or meet up with ones they have met before. \nActivities are supported by our Events and Family Support staff to ensure there is a familiar face to welcome everyone. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the activities throughout the day. \nKit list: \n\nWaterproof coat\nWater bottle\nPacked lunch/last night’s dinner in a tupperware (NO NUTS or KIWI PLEASE)\nAny medicines in a named bag and handed to staff on arrival\n\nWe try to encourage children to be independent and say goodbye in reception. Please let us know if you think your child might struggle\, and we can make sure a friendly face is there to greet them. \nWe are currently unable to offer swimming at our Siblings Day\, due to the pool at Shooting Star House being out of action. We hope this will be available at future events. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/siblings-day-holiday-club-5/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported siblings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/03/website-sibs-hol-club-detectives.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:88868-1779962400-1779969600@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-2-2025-03-13/2026-05-28/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20260316T120448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130651Z UID:88560-1780052400-1780065000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Teen Sibling Social to Golfplex DESCRIPTION:Teen siblings event age 11+ \n\n\n\n\nWe invite your teen to join us for a day at Golfplex\, Bracknell. \nTaking part in both crazy golf and footgolf\, there will be lots to try out – with two different courses to explore! After testing our abilities in golf\, we will grab a bite to eat before concluding our day out at 2.30pm. \nPlease drop off and pick up from Golfplex\, Bracknell. \nPlease also ensure they are wearing weather-appropriate clothes and have any necessary medication with them. \nThe event will be supported by our Family Support Team and volunteers. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/teen-sibling-social-to-golfplex/ LOCATION:Golfplex\, Wood Lane\, Binfield\, England\, RG42 4EX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported siblings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/03/website-golfplex-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20191219T150830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T144830Z UID:44042-1780290000-1780376399@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Skydive DESCRIPTION:Take on an exhilarating tandem skydive and make memories to last a lifetime!\nWith no previous experience or training required\, a tandem skydive is a great challenge for all! Experience a ground-rushing 30 seconds\, followed by a magical 5-minute parachute ride as you slide back to earth\, with amazing views across the stunning Salisbury Plains. \n  \nHow much does it cost\, and what do I need to raise?\n£50 registration fee and minimum sponsorship £400 (10\,000ft) – your jump will be paid for from your sponsorship and the remaining funds donated to Shooting Star Children’s Hospices. \nAn option to increase your skydive to 15\,000ft is available. \n£50 registration fee and minimum sponsorship £500 (15\,000ft) – your jump will be paid for from your sponsorship and the remaining funds donated to Shooting Star Children’s Hospices. \nHow do I book?\nFor more information\, please email our events team. \nReserve your spot today! URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/skydive/ LOCATION:Go Skydive\, Salisbury\, Old Sarum Park\, Salisbury\, SP4 6EB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Other challenges ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2019/12/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20240321T102240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T135142Z UID:77400-1781179200-1781204400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Shooting Star Corporate Cup DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third annual Shooting Star Corporate Cup\, our exciting 6 a-side football tournament that brings together some of our fantastic corporate supporters for some friendly competition. \nWe are asking you to assemble a team of eight enthusiastic players\, all eager to throw themselves into the tournament\, and to help raise vital funds for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices. Spectators are welcome too (for a £5 donation) so everyone can get behind the team’s fundraising. \nFor an entry fee of £600 per team\, you’re not just participating in a sports event but also making a difference. We will be encouraging every team to set up a JustGiving page and there will be a prize for the top fundraising team. Register your team below. \nEntry cost includes: \n• Refreshments\n• Networking opportunities\n• Food and drink vouchers for every team member\n• Awards presentation \nExact timings will follow closer to the event\, but below is a rough guide: \n• 12:00 Team Registration\n• 13:00 Tournament Start\n• 18:00 Awards presentation \nIf you have any questions or if you would be interested in sponsorship opportunities then please email corporate@shootingstar.org.uk. \n  \n\n\n \n \n Places are limited\, sign up now to avoid disappointment! \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Lead Contact name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Company*Email*\n \n Phone*Number of teams you would like to enter*Teams should consist of 8 people - A goalkeeper\, 5 starting players and 3 subs. \n \n \n One\n \n \n \n Two\n Billing info*The cost is £550 per team and we will generate an invoice once you are registered - please add in the name and address the invoice should be addressed to. Additional detailsIf you would like us to know anything else please enter the information here. \n Submit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/charity-football-tournament/ LOCATION:Elmbridge Xcel Sports Hub\, Waterside Dr\, Walton-on-Thames\, KT12 2JP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2024/03/corp-cup-website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20251230T154904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172449Z UID:87052-1781785800-1781789400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session) DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-06-18/ CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BrainSpace.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20250602T090219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T091039Z UID:88594-1783537200-1783544400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Parent Carer Forum DESCRIPTION:All parents and carers of Shooting Star are invited to our Parent Carer Forum\, which takes place four times a year on Zoom. Everyone is welcome to this informal meeting – and encouraged to bring a cup of tea and snacks! \nAt our forum\, we tell you about new ideas we have\, and ask your opinion about changing and growing aspects of our care. Being able to talk to you about the care you receive helps us know what works well and what we can improve. We’re grateful to every parent and carer who gives us their time by attending the forum. This helps ensure that the care we provide is as meaningful as possible for all the families of Shooting Star. \nPlease come along if you are free. \nZoom details will be shared via text on the day – there’s no need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/parent-carer-forum/2026-07-08/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Events for supported children and families,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/06/ParentCarer-Forum.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20251230T154904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172450Z UID:87053-1784205000-1784208600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session) DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-07-16/ CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BrainSpace.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20250403T110038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T112658Z UID:82144-1784365200-1784383200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Warehouse Sale DESCRIPTION:Join us for our warehouse sale with our famous ‘fill a bag sale‘\, a wide range of fantastic items available at low prices from pre-loved clothes to toys and bric-a-brac. \nOur Woking Distribution Centre is at Unit 2B.  Lansbury Business Estate\,  102 Lower Guildford Road\, Knaphill\, GU21 2EP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/warehouse-sale/ LOCATION:Woking Distribution Centre\, Unit 2B\, Lansbury Business Estate\, 102 Lower Guildford Road\, Knaphill\, GU21 2EP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Other challenges ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/04/September-Warehouse-Sale-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20191129T164903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T101720Z UID:43101-1784955600-1785128399@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:South West Coast 50 Challenge DESCRIPTION:A fantastic ‘South West’ summer challenge\, taking in the first Minehead section of the famous 630-mile Coastal Path\, and a basecamp in the shadows of the impressive Dunster Castle. \nThe 50km loop then heads over Exmoor with ups & downs and some magnificent views with over 1600 metres of climb. You can take it on at your pace as a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star! \nSign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way\, plenty of food & drink\, optional camping & transfers\, a special medal\, T-Shirt and celebration finish. \nWith 25km & 10km options also available – there’s a challenge for everyone! Push yourself further in 2026\, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s No. 1 Series of Treks & Trail Challenges. \n• Walk\, Jog\, or Run • 50km\, 25km\, 10km Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt •  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/south-west-coast-challenge/ LOCATION:Minehead\, TA24 5NL CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Running,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2019/11/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20190517T103636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T144712Z UID:38552-1785560400-1785646799@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge DESCRIPTION:Join #TeamShootingStar at the North Downs 50 Challenge!\nThe North Downs provides a fabulous challenge from a Guildford basecamp\, with a looped 10km\, 25km and 50km routes available which take in some of the best of the Surrey Hills\, the surrounding countryside and even our Guildford hospice\, Christopher’s. \nYou can take it on at your own paces – a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices! \nA route with some wonderful scenery & fabulous views out to the South\, and easily accessible from London! Sign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way\, plenty of food and drink\, optional camping & transfers\, a special medal\, T-Shirt and celebration finish. \n  \nHow much does it cost to enter?\nThere are various registration and fundraising options depending on which distance and fundraising option you choose. As Shooting Star Children’s Hospices are an official partner you get a 25% discount on the ‘Full Sponsorship’ registration fee when you sign up to support us and join our team. \nFull Charity Sponsorship \n\n\n\n\nFull Charity Sponsorship\nRegistration fee\nFundraising target\n\n\nFull challenge ~ 50km\n£40 £30\n£375\n\n\nHalf challenge ~ 25km\n£30 £22.50\n£275\n\n\n10km challenge\n£15 £11.25\n£150\n\n\n\n\n\nMixed Funding \n\n\n\nMixed Funding\nRegistration fee\nFundraising target\n\n\nFull challenge ~ 50km\n£75\n£225\n\n\nHalf challenge ~ 25km\n£50\n£150\n\n\n10km challenge\n£25\n£100\n\n\n\n\n\nOwn Place \n\n\n\nOwn Place\nRegistration fee\nFundraising target\n\n\nFull challenge ~ 50km\n£139\nAs much as possible\n\n\nHalf challenge ~ 25km\n£89\nAs much as possible\n\n\n10km challenge\n£49\nAs much as possible\n\n\n\n\nWhy join #TeamShootingStar?\nWhen you join #TeamShootingStar\, you will receive: \n\nA free Shooting Star charity t-shirt or running vest\nDedicated support from Shooting Star’s Challenge Events Team\nRegular #TeamShootingStar email updates to inspire your fundraising\n\nBut most importantly\, you’ll run knowing you’re supporting families with a baby\, child or young person with a life-limiting condition\, or who have been bereaved\, across west London and Surrey. You’ll run knowing you’re supporting families make every moment count. \nIt costs £12 million a year to run Shooting Star Children’s Hospices. Without the generosity of our event participants we would not be able to keep our services going. \n  \nGet in touch\nIf you have questions\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. \nEmail: events@shootingstar.org.uk \nPhone: 020 8783 2000 URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/north-downs-challenge/ LOCATION:Loseley Park\, Guildford CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Running,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2019/05/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T213254 CREATED:20230518T095439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T153839Z UID:71474-1785672000-1785686400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Christopher's opening for the National Garden Scheme DESCRIPTION:This August\, Christopher’s will be opening for the National Garden Scheme for a third year! \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 2023. \nThe garden space at Christopher’s is particularly enjoyed by families\, having been specifically designed with the needs of the children in mind. From adapted play equipment and sensory trails to open areas to sit and reflect. In 2022\, Shooting Star Children’s Hospices were delighted to welcome a beautiful garden courtesy of wealth-management company Brewin Dolphin to their Guildford based hospice\, Christopher’s. The garden was donated and repurposed from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show silver-medal winning Brewin Dolphin garden\, that award-winning garden designer\, Paul Hervey-Brookes\, designed with sustainability at its heart. \nJoin us on Sunday 2 August\, 12pm-4pm to enjoy the garden at Christopher’s with refreshments available. \nAdult admission: £5 \nChildren: FREE \nYou can book tickets on the National Garden Scheme website or pay at the gate on the day. Cash and card accepted. 100% of profits raised from admission will go to the National Garden Scheme. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/christophers-opening-for-the-national-garden-scheme/ LOCATION:Christopher’s\, Old Portsmouth Rd\, Artington\, near Guildford\, Surrey\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2023/05/Untitled-1-Recovered.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR