We’re thrilled that Shooting Star are collaborating with experts from the University of Southampton on a research project which will investigate and make recommendations to improve support and care for … Continued
Our Head of Psychosocial Services, Sarah Hodkinson and Director of Care, Lisa Dennis were thrilled to accept the Dame Elizabeth Fradd Award on behalf of the Shooting Star team at … Continued
A recent family day out at Hobbledown Adventure Park brought together 17 families for an experience filled with nature, fun and making memories. The day created a warm, welcoming space … Continued
Team Shooting Star soared across the finish line, with 56 incredible runners taking on the 2025 TCS London Marathon and raising a phenomenal £208,000 (and counting) for Shooting Star Children’s … Continued
In the lead up to the London Marathon, happening this weekend on Sunday 27 April 2025, we’re so excited to be able to introduce some of our incredible runners! We’ve … Continued
With the onset of spring, a colourful new arrival has taken shape in the garden of Shooting Star House. Back in the summer of 2023, an extraordinary, free public art … Continued
2025 marks a milestone year for Dr Mike Walker, who has worked with Shooting Star for 20 years. As the lead doctor, he works very closely with our clinical team … Continued
Typically, taking your baby swimming is a rite of passage for many new parents, but for some of the children under our care, this opportunity is not so straightforward. Many … Continued
Parents Kristine and Mark were devastated when their daughter, Martina, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy at birth in April 2016, spending her first 43 days in hospital in … Continued
We were thrilled that Shooting Star Children’s Hospices was the charity partner for this year’s Surrey Half Marathon, 5k, and 2k’s race. The event, organised by Run Through, was a … Continued
Last week we welcomed families to our sensory Move and Groove event, hosted in Ealing as part of our events programme in north-west London. Run by our Music Therapist, Henry, … Continued