BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Shooting Star Children’s Hospices - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20260514T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T123000 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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:20260405T220821 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 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\, 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/2023/06/christophersopenforngs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20251230T154904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172451Z UID:87054-1787229000-1787232600@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/2026-08-20/ 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:20260822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20230912T114448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T103550Z UID:73577-1787374800-1787461199@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:London Summer Walk DESCRIPTION:Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the Capital’s less known historic areas with a tour of the ‘Gateway to London’ along the Thames’s Eastern section – and fundraise for Shooting Star! \nStarting alongside the grandeur of Woolwich Barracks (short walk from the Elizabeth Line\, DLR & Overground) – there’s a marathon looped route\, which heads into the heart of the Capital – alongside a 25km option taking in Greenwich\, and a 10km option if you’re after something a bit shorter! \nRoutes steeped in history with iconic sights\, a lively warm up\, full support all the way\, rest stops with snacks & drinks\, and capped with a BBQ meal\, bar & music at the finish\, making for a wonderful active end of summer celebration! \n• Walk • Marathon\, 25km\, 10km Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt •  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/london-summer-walk/ LOCATION:Woolwich CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2023/09/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-11.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20230913T091641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T104654Z UID:73595-1788584400-1788757199@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:South Coast Challenge DESCRIPTION:The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for 2000 adventurers to take on a real challenge\, and you can take it on too at your own pace – a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star! \nAn Eastbourne start\, up Beachy Head\, the magnificent Seven Sisters\, and along the South Downs Way\, with stunning views over the sea\, to a Brighton half-way. Devil’s Dyke\, and a few ups & downs lie ahead before Arundel comes into view after an amazing 100km journey. \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. With half & quarter distance 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 • 100 km\, ~50km\, 25km\, Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt •  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/south-coast-challenge-3/ LOCATION:South Downs Way 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-12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T141500 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/01/Untitled-design.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20241008T080544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T094131Z UID:80008-1789189200-1789275599@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Thames Bridges Trek DESCRIPTION:Join 2500 walkers and trek 25km across the Capital with unrivalled views of the skyline & landmarks – and you can fundraise for Shooting Star! From a Putney Bridge start\, it’s East towards the City\, zigzagging over 16 historic bridges\, each with a fascinating story – and a mid-point rest stop at The Oval Cricket Ground for snacks & drinks. 25km later\, beyond the majestic Tower Bridge\, it’s a party style finish line celebration & afternoon picnic in Southwark Park. \nSign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way\, plenty of food & drink\, a special medal\, T-Shirt and celebration finish. \nWith a 10km option also available – there’s a fabulous Thames Walk for you! \n• Walk • 25km\, 10km Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt • \n  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/thames-bridges-trek-2/ LOCATION:Putney Bridge\, SW15 2PD CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2024/10/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20191129T170322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T103952Z UID:43483-1789189200-1789361999@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Thames Path Challenge DESCRIPTION:England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable challenge\, which you can take on at your pace as a walk\, jog\, or run – and fundraise for Shooting Star! Over 3000 adventurers will join the Putney Bridge start\, and the full 100km route heads upstream to Henley along the famous Towpath. It’s through Richmond\, Hampton Court\, Runnymede\, and Windsor\, with some wonderful scenery to a riverside finish line. Sign 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. With 50km\, 25km & Henley 10km options also available – there’s a Thames Path 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 • 100 km\, 50km\, 25km\, 10km Options • Food & Drink • Medal & T Shirt • URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/thames-path-challenge-2/ LOCATION:Bishops Park\, SW6 3LA CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2019/11/ThamesPath.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20251230T154904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172451Z UID:87055-1789648200-1789651800@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/2026-09-17/ 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:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTSTAMP:20260405T220821 CREATED:20250121T111001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T093821Z UID:81188-1789880400-1789966799@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Run Reigate 5k\, 10k\, Half Marathon & Kids Race DESCRIPTION:The award-winning Run Reigate Half Marathon\, 10K\, 5K and Kids Race will be back on Sunday 20 September 2026 in Reigate Priory Park.  Entries are now open! \nSponsored by Simply Sports\, this much loved sell-out annual running and community event guarantees you fantastic scenery\, an unbeatable atmosphere and a memorable experience. \n  \nOur huge all day Event Village has something for everyone with a wide range of top notch food\, drinks\, entertainment and activities – don’t miss it. \nWhether you’re a beginner\, a seasoned runner or a veteran Run Reigate runner who loves the local scenery\, fresh air and a fantastic buzz\, Run Reigate is our much loved community event. The ever popular Kids Race sells out every year so make sure you get the little ones signed up early. \nContact events@shootingstar.org.uk for more information. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/run-reigate-2/ LOCATION:Reigate Priory Park\, Reigate Priory Park\, Reigate\, RH2 7RL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Fundraising events,Running ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/01/Size-for-website-events-630px-x-400px-15.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR