BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Shooting Star Children’s Hospices - ECPv6.16.4.1//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:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T110000 DTSTAMP:20260526T094227Z CREATED:20210722T090318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T094227Z UID:89386-1779444000-1779447600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Walk and Talk for bereaved families DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite bereaved families to join our fortnightly Walk & Talk – a gentle\, supportive space to connect with others who understand. \nWe’ll meet at the café (Pitzhanger Pantry) in the middle of Walpole Park\, Ealing\, before taking a relaxed walk together. Family support workers will be there to listen\, chat\, or simply walk alongside you — whatever feels right for you on the day. \nThere’s no pressure to talk or share — you are welcome to come exactly as you are\, no matter how you’re feeling. Whether you’d like quiet company\, a chance to talk\, or just some fresh air\, you are very welcome. \nPlease feel free to sign up in advance or attend on the day. \n  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/walk-and-talk-for-bereaved-families/2026-05-22/ LOCATION:Pitzhanger Pantry\, Walpole Park\, London\, W5 5BS\, Pitzhanger Pantry\, Walpole Park\, London\, W5 5BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/07/Walk-and-talk-website-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20250926T100607Z 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:20260317T130533Z 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:20260515T161519Z CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T161519Z 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:20260317T130651Z 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;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T120000 DTSTAMP:20231110T170509Z CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:89510-1780567200-1780574400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-04/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T121500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260515T162415Z CREATED:20250211T115452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T162415Z UID:87277-1780575300-1780578000@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-2026-02-12/2026-06-04/ 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;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T110000 DTSTAMP:20260526T094227Z CREATED:20210722T090318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T094227Z UID:89387-1780653600-1780657200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Walk and Talk for bereaved families DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite bereaved families to join our fortnightly Walk & Talk – a gentle\, supportive space to connect with others who understand. \nWe’ll meet at the café (Pitzhanger Pantry) in the middle of Walpole Park\, Ealing\, before taking a relaxed walk together. Family support workers will be there to listen\, chat\, or simply walk alongside you — whatever feels right for you on the day. \nThere’s no pressure to talk or share — you are welcome to come exactly as you are\, no matter how you’re feeling. Whether you’d like quiet company\, a chance to talk\, or just some fresh air\, you are very welcome. \nPlease feel free to sign up in advance or attend on the day. \n  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/walk-and-talk-for-bereaved-families/2026-06-05/ LOCATION:Pitzhanger Pantry\, Walpole Park\, London\, W5 5BS\, Pitzhanger Pantry\, Walpole Park\, London\, W5 5BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/07/Walk-and-talk-website-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T174729Z CREATED:20260424T104644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T174729Z UID:89129-1780682400-1780693200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Dads Gardening and BBQ-ing DESCRIPTION:Join us for some gardening and enjoy a BBQ with other bereaved dads. \n  \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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! Chat to other dads whilst enjoying the (hopefully good) evening weather\, with a cold beverage and BBQ bites provided by us. \n\n\n  \n\n\nFeel free to come along with your dad as well and enjoy an evening out in Shooting Star’s garden ! URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/dads-gardening-and-bbq-ing-2/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/BBQ-image-website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T113000 DTSTAMP:20260529T123720Z CREATED:20260429T093331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T123720Z UID:89285-1780740000-1780745400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Virtual Grandparent Stars Group DESCRIPTION:A bereaved group for grandparents to share in the quiet understanding with others who have similar experiences. You can join us from the comfort of your home for conversation and mutual support. \n\n  \n\n\n\nTogether\, we will create a simple keepsake and share in the quiet understanding of others who have similar experiences. If you wish to take part\, a small activity pack will be posted to you in advance. \nAn aromatic herbal tea and biscuit will also be included in your pack for you to enjoy. \n\n\n  \n  \n\nPlease use the RSVP button to reserve your place and receive an activity pack. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/virtual-grandparent-stars-group/ LOCATION:virtual CATEGORIES:Bereaved grandparents,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Untitled-design.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T123000 DTSTAMP:20260427T174212Z CREATED:20260424T114124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T174212Z UID:89145-1780740000-1780749000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Wacky Wheels Drop-in at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Join us at Shooting Star House for a Wacky Wheels drop-in full of be-SPOKE crafts and activities! \n\n\nCome along to meet other Shooting Star families and enjoy a relaxed session with bike‑inspired arts and crafts\, outdoor games and cake. \n\n  \n\nFamilies are also welcome to bring bikes along for basic maintenance support. This is a drop‑in session\, so stay for as long or as little as you like. \n\n  \n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/wacky-wheels-drop-in-at-shootingstarhouse/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families,Events for supported children and families,Supported children,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums,Supported siblings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Wacky-wheels.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T160000 DTSTAMP:20260528T151201Z CREATED:20260424T122618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T151201Z UID:89065-1781013600-1781020800@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Parents & Carers Garden visit DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful and uplifting visit to the beautiful Bridge End Cottage garden in celebration of Carers Week.\nThis special event is designed for parents and carers to give you a moment to pause\, breathe\, and enjoy time in nature\, while connecting with other parents supported by Shooting Star and our family support workers. It will include a brief tour of the garden from the owner and you will also have the opportunity to look around and enjoy delicious homemade refreshments. \nAbout the garden:\nThis 4-acre country garden has been lovingly created over 20 years\, with formal planting\, a beautiful wildflower meadow\, and a vibrant vegetable patch. It was also awarded Gold in the Nature Champion category by Guildford in Bloom in 2025. \nIf you do not have your own vehicle and require transport\, please email familyevents@shootingstar.org.uk \nThis opportunity is suitable for parents and carers of children supported by Shooting Star. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/parents-carers-garden-visit/ LOCATION:Bridge End Cottage\, Ockham\, Surrey\, GU23 6NR\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Bridge-End-Cottage-Carers-Week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T183000 DTSTAMP:20260515T162144Z CREATED:20260130T153446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T162144Z UID:87339-1781028000-1781029800@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/2026-06-09/ 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:20260611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T120000 DTSTAMP:20231110T170509Z CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:89511-1781172000-1781179200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-11/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T151519Z CREATED:20240321T102240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T151519Z 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. \n*New for this year* In addition to the prestige of lifting the Shooting Star Cup\, this year we’re introducing a Plate competition as well. This means every team stays in the action for longer\, with more chances to compete and enjoy the day. \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 £600 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:20260612T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T111156Z CREATED:20240425T102739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T111156Z UID:77953-1781258400-1781272800@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Open Day at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Shooting Star Children’s Hospices warmly welcomes you to Shooting Star House in Hampton. \nThis Open Day is a wonderful opportunity to explore our facilities\, meet our incredible Family Support\, Care Events\, Fundraising and Retail and Volunteer teams\, and learn more about the specialist care and support we provide to families with a child or young person living with a life-limiting condition\, or who have experienced bereavement. \nShooting Star House is our Outreach\, Therapies and Family Support Centre. Here\, families can access bereavement support\, counselling\, therapies\, drop-in sessions\, sibling groups\, family activities\, interactive play sessions\, and one-to-one support from our dedicated family support workers. The impact of their work is truly life-changing\, and we would love for you to see first-hand the difference it makes. \nWhile our overnight care takes place at our Guildford hospice\, Christopher’s\, alongside a wide range of therapies and activities\, this Open Day will focus on Shooting Star House. Although Christopher’s won’t be open to visit on the day\, our team will be very happy to chat with you about the vital work happening there. \nDuring your visit\, you can enjoy complimentary food and drink\, take part in fundraising activities\, and enter our raffle for the chance to win some fantastic prizes. There will also be stalls to browse and plenty of opportunities to speak with members of our team. \nWe have two bookable time slots available on Friday 12 June: \n\n10:00am \n11:00am \n\nThese time slots help us manage the flow of visitors and ensure everyone has the chance to connect with our team. You’re very welcome to stay beyond your allocated slot to enjoy refreshments\, browse the stalls\, or get involved in our fundraising activities. Shooting Star House will remain open to the public until 2:00pm. \nIf you have any questions about the day\, please take a look at our FAQs. Alternatively\, you can contact our Supporter Development team at supportercare@shootingstar.org.uk  or call 01932 823115. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/open-day-shooting-star-house/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA CATEGORIES:Fundraising events,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2024/04/Naomi-Open-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T123000 DTSTAMP:20260615T105854Z CREATED:20251229T114139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T105854Z UID:87015-1781607600-1784637000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:SLOW face-to-face support group for bereaved parents DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to announce that Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is collaborating with SLOW- Surviving the loss of your World. We are working together\, delivering a new daytime support group for bereaved parents. \nSLOW is an award-winning bereavement charity providing support for bereaved parents and siblings after the death of a child in the family – no matter the circumstances\, the age of your child\, how recently or how long ago your child died. \nYou can find out more information about this group here. \nTo take a seat in this group alongside others\, please register via the online self-referral form\, and a bereaved facilitator will be in touch. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/slow-face-to-face-support-group-for-bereaved-parents/2026-06-16/ LOCATION:Venue provided once registered CATEGORIES:Bereaved grandparents,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/SLOw_Logo-Blue.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T174009Z CREATED:20260424T114937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T174009Z UID:89152-1781719200-1781722800@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. \n  \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. \n  \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-7/2026-06-17/ 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,Supported dads,Supported mums ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Scouts.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T120000 DTSTAMP:20231110T170509Z CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:89512-1781776800-1781784000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-18/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T121500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T130000 DTSTAMP:20250211T115452Z CREATED:20250211T115452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T115452Z UID:89527-1781784900-1781787600@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-2026-02-12/2026-06-18/ 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;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T133000 DTSTAMP:20260130T172449Z 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:20260619T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T090852Z CREATED:20260427T181153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T090852Z UID:89198-1781865000-1781877600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Memory Day - 19th June 2026 DESCRIPTION:Memory Day is a special day to remember and treasure the life of your child. \n\n\n\n\n  \nWhether your child was supported by our hospice for many years\, you began receiving our care after they died\, or you are new to our service\, Memory Day is a day especially for you and your family. \n  \nThis year\, we are holding three Memory Day events: \n  \nFriday 19 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nSaturday 20 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \n\n\nWednesday 24 June 2026 – Gate Street Barn\, Bramley (near Guildford) \n  \nPlease make sure you RSVP to the specific Memory Day you plan to attend. You are welcome to choose the date and location that best suits you and your family. \n  \nOn the day\, you will be warmly welcomed with drinks and refreshments\, followed by a remembrance service. This includes candle lighting and a shared video montage\, offering time and space to reflect and remember together. Afterwards\, we will provide lunch and invite you to take part in creating a keepsake in memory of your child. \n  \nYou will have the opportunity to request a personalised star for the Memory Tree in the Shooting Star House Memory Garden\, or a leaf for the Memory Tree in Christopher’s Memory Garden. Each star or leaf will be engraved with your child’s name and you will be able to place this on the tree during the day if you wish. A link to the request form will be shared in your order confirmation email. \n\nPlease RSVP by Friday 29 May 2026.\nWe very much hope you can join us for one of our Memory Day events. If you have any questions or would like support with booking\, please email memoryday@shootingstar.org.uk. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/memory-day-19th-june-2026/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Candles-for-website-page.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T092620Z CREATED:20260427T181230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T092620Z UID:89202-1781951400-1781964000@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Memory Day - 20th June 2026 DESCRIPTION:Memory Day is a special day to remember and treasure the life of your child. \n\n\n\n  \nWhether your child was supported by our hospice for many years\, you began receiving our care after they died\, or you are new to our service\, Memory Day is a day especially for you and your family. \n  \nThis year\, we are holding three Memory Day events: \n  \nFriday 19 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nSaturday 20 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nWednesday 24 June 2026 – Gate Street Barn\, Bramley (near Guildford) \n  \nPlease make sure you RSVP to the specific Memory Day you plan to attend. You are welcome to choose the date and location that best suits you and your family. \n  \nOn the day\, you will be warmly welcomed with drinks and refreshments\, followed by a remembrance service. This includes candle lighting and a shared video montage\, offering time and space to reflect and remember together. Afterwards\, we will provide lunch and invite you to take part in creating a keepsake in memory of your child. \n  \nYou will have the opportunity to request a personalised star for the Memory Tree in the Shooting Star House Memory Garden\, or a leaf for the Memory Tree in Christopher’s Memory Garden. Each star or leaf will be engraved with your child’s name and you will be able to place this on the tree during the day if you wish. A link to the request form will be shared in your order confirmation email. \n\nPlease RSVP by Friday 29 May 2026.\nWe very much hope you can join us for one of our Memory Day events. If you have any questions or would like support with booking\, please email memoryday@shootingstar.org.uk. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/memory-day-20th-june-2026/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Memory-Day-SSH-image-for-website1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T183000 DTSTAMP:20260130T153446Z CREATED:20260130T153446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T153446Z UID:89525-1782237600-1782239400@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/2026-06-23/ 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:20260624T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T094336Z CREATED:20260427T181308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T094336Z UID:89205-1782297000-1782309600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Memory Day - 24th June 2026 DESCRIPTION:Memory Day is a special day to remember and treasure the life of your child. \n\n\n\n\n  \nWhether your child was supported by our hospice for many years\, you began receiving our care after they died\, or you are new to our service\, Memory Day is a day especially for you and your family. \n  \nThis year\, we are holding three Memory Day events: \n  \nFriday 19 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nSaturday 20 June 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton \nWednesday 24 June 2026 – Gate Street Barn\, Bramley (near Guildford) \n  \nWe are pleased that one of our Memory Day events will take place at Gate Street Barn in Bramley\, a peaceful countryside venue surrounded by open fields and woodland. Its calm\, private setting offers a safe and welcoming place to pause and remember\, with comfortable spaces to sit together and connect with other families\, helping you feel supported throughout the day. \n  \nPlease make sure you RSVP to the specific Memory Day you plan to attend. You are welcome to choose the date and location that best suits you and your family. \n  \nOn the day\, you will be warmly welcomed with drinks and refreshments\, followed by a remembrance service. This includes candle lighting and a shared video montage\, offering time and space to reflect and remember together. Afterwards\, we will provide lunch and invite you to take part in creating a keepsake in memory of your child. \n  \nYou will have the opportunity to request a personalised star for the Memory Tree in the Shooting Star House Memory Garden\, or a leaf for the Memory Tree in Christopher’s Memory Garden. Each star or leaf will be engraved with your child’s name and you will be able to place them on the tree when you next visit the hospice. A link to the request form will be shared in your order confirmation email. \n\nPlease RSVP by Friday 29 May 2026.\n  \nWe very much hope you can join us for one of our Memory Day events. If you have any questions or would like support with booking\, please email memoryday@shootingstar.org.uk. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/memory-day-24th-june-2026/ LOCATION:Gate Street Barn\, Gate Street\, Bramley\, Surrey\, GU5 0LR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/04/Gate-Street-barn-for-website-page.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20231110T170509Z CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:89513-1782381600-1782388800@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-06-25/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T092336Z CREATED:20260611T125053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T092336Z UID:89744-1782921600-1782925200@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Supporting Children in School Following the Death of a Sibling DESCRIPTION:A webinar for school professionals offering guidance supporting children and young people who have experienced the death of a sibling. \n\n\n\n\n  \nThis webinar will focus on practical guidance\, trauma-informed perspectives\, and creative strategies for supporting bereaved children and young people in primary and secondary school settings. Topics will include: \n\nCommunication with children\, families\, and professionals\nDevelopmental understanding of grief\nPractical and creative strategies during school time\nStaff wellbeing and long-term considerations.\n\n  \nAdditionally\, providing an opportunity to learn more about the support we offer to bereaved families following a life-limiting condition or a sudden and unexpected death. \n  \nThe webinar will be held online via Zoom\, and a link will be sent by email prior to the webinar. The session includes a presentation and Q&A session held by our Arts therapists. This event is limited to a maximum of 30 participants and will be repeated during the Autumn term\, offering another opportunity to attend. \n  \nParticipants attending the full session will be able to receive the slides and a CPD certificate. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/supporting-children-in-school-following-the-death-of-a-sibling/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Events for bereaved families,Events for healthcare professionals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/06/Website-image-webinar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T120000 DTSTAMP:20231110T170509Z CREATED:20231110T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T170509Z UID:89514-1782986400-1782993600@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House DESCRIPTION:Our doors are open on Thursday mornings\, welcoming families to drop-in to our Bereavement Café at Shooting Star House\, our Bereavement Centre. There is coffee\, cake and fruit and our Family Support Workers are there to chat\, listen\, or just be with you if you don’t feel able to speak. Everyone welcome\, including siblings\, grandparents\, or a different friend or family member. We invite you to come as you are\, no matter how you might be feeling. Parking is on-site. Just pull up to the gates to be let in. Stay as long or as little as you wish. \nSchools are welcome to bring groups of pupils who knew a child who has died to attend as a one-off\, or for successive weeks. Teachers usually identify a small group of pupils who were close to the child who has died. The cafe provides a safe space where they can make crafts and keepsakes\, and talk to others about how grief can make you feel.  If you would like to bring a group of pupils from your school to our centre\, please contact us before attending. \nIf you’d like to ask any questions\, please email familysupport@shootingstar.org.uk \nShooting Star realise the importance of a support network and wants to do anything we can to help build that. We will gather in the dining room\, but please note that hospice day-to-day practice will continue at Shooting Star House.\nAfter cafe\, you are welcome to stay as long as you wish to continue conversations. Our building closes at 5pm. \nIf you would like to bring a pet to a cafe\, please complete the pet request form at least a week in advance. \nNo need to RSVP. URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/bereavement-cafe-at-shooting-star-house-2-2025-03-13/2026-07-02/ LOCATION:Shooting Star House\, Shooting Star House\, The Avenue\, Hampton\, TW12 3RA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Bereaved siblings,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2025/12/BereavementCafeendofYear.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T121500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T130000 DTSTAMP:20250211T115452Z CREATED:20250211T115452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T115452Z UID:89528-1782994500-1782997200@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-2026-02-12/2026-07-02/ 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;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T110000 DTSTAMP:20260526T094228Z CREATED:20210722T090318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T094228Z UID:89389-1783072800-1783076400@www.shootingstar.org.uk SUMMARY:Walk and Talk for bereaved families DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite bereaved families to join our fortnightly Walk & Talk – a gentle\, supportive space to connect with others who understand. \nWe’ll meet at the café (Pitzhanger Pantry) in the middle of Walpole Park\, Ealing\, before taking a relaxed walk together. Family support workers will be there to listen\, chat\, or simply walk alongside you — whatever feels right for you on the day. \nThere’s no pressure to talk or share — you are welcome to come exactly as you are\, no matter how you’re feeling. Whether you’d like quiet company\, a chance to talk\, or just some fresh air\, you are very welcome. \nPlease feel free to sign up in advance or attend on the day. \n  URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/walk-and-talk-for-bereaved-families/2026-07-03/ LOCATION:Pitzhanger Pantry\, Walpole Park\, London\, W5 5BS\, Pitzhanger Pantry\, Walpole Park\, London\, W5 5BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/07/Walk-and-talk-website-3.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR