St Peter’s Hospice staff take on Great Bristol Run
A team of staff from local charity St Peter’s Hospice is taking on the Great Bristol Run in May to raise funds for the organisation so close to their hearts.
A team of 19 runners from St Peter’s Hospice will join thousands of others to complete the scenic 10k challenge around the streets of Bristol on 11 May.
The event also has a half marathon option for more seasoned runners and is one of the most popular running events in the South West every year.
Made up of staff from the retail, fundraising, marketing and clinical teams, the group hope to raise significant funds for Bristol’s only adult hospice, which relies heavily on donations.
St Peter’s Hospice Legacy Manager, Matt Crother, said: "We're all really excited to take part, and knowing that we'll be running alongside colleagues and lots of other Hospice supporters definitely helps - a sense of team spirit is important!
"The biggest motivation of course comes from knowing that everyone involved is making a difference to patients and their families.
"The money that we and other runners raise for the Hospice will help our Nurses continue to support people in their homes and at our Inpatient Unit. There's something special about running in our home city to raise money for the local community!"
St Peter’s Hospice cares for patients with incurable conditions in Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.
It costs around £27,000 per day for St Peter’s Hospice to provide care at the Hospice in Brentry and out in the community. The charity also supports family members, loved ones and carers, offering bereavement therapy and supportive drop-in sessions.
To support the St Peter’s Hospice staff team visit https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/sphstaffbristol10k
