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South Wales Argus
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
St David's Hospice Care hosting remembrance petals event
St David's Hospice Care's Petals of Remembrance event, sponsored by Bupa Dental Care, will take place in September. The event will feature personalised tributes within each petal, forming a Forget-Me-Not bloom, which symbolises remembrance and everlasting love. The hospice said in a statement: "Our Forget-Me-Not flowers stand as lasting symbols - of love remembered, a life celebrated and of the individuality that made those we love unforgettable." Bagpiper Matthew Bartlett and harpist Emily Harris are set to perform live music during the event, and light refreshments will be provided. The hospice added: "Our Event of Remembrance brings an opportunity to view and collect your Forget-Me-Not Flower tribute, with live music from Bagpiper Matthew Bartlett, and Emily Harris Harpist with light refreshments provided." More information and how to order a flower can be found on the St David's Hospice website.
South Wales Argus
01-07-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Newport man walks 40-mile challenge marking 50th birthday
Joel Bramwell embarked on the challenge on June 21, walking from Brecon to Newport along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, to raise funds for two charities close to his heart – St David's Hospice Care and The Brain Tumour Charity. The walk was a tribute to his father, with whom he shared countless memories of walking the same canal in the early 1990s. Joel wanted to revisit the walk he last completed with his father as a teenager (Image: St David's Hospice) Mr Bramwell said: "I turned 50 earlier in June. "As part of the birthday celebrations, I decided to revisit the walk and remember the memories of my dad who I last did it with when I was 17. "His mantra as an ex-Navy man was 'to the limit and beyond' and it has stuck with me." The inspiration from his father, coupled with the beautiful scenery and wildlife, kept him going through the physically demanding walk. He added: "It was a wonderful way to celebrate, while raising money for St David's Hospice and The Brain Tumour Charity, who took care of friends and family we have lost to these diseases. "I wanted to give something back to the people who cared for and supported my family and many friends." Joel wanted to give back to the charities that have supported his family and multiple friends over the years (Image: Joel Bramwell) At the time of counting, Mr Bramwell has raised around £1,200, which he plans to split equally between the two charities. A spokesperson for St David's Hospice expressed their gratitude towards Mr Bramwell's efforts and donations. They said: "We are so grateful to Joel for taking on such an incredible walk in support of St David's Hospice Care - this challenge took a huge amount of dedication to complete so many miles with an outstanding total raised. "We are indebted to the local community for their ongoing fundraising that makes such a pivotal difference. All our care is provided free of charge, however it costs £15,000 every single day to provide that care making support such as this vital to the hospice. A huge well done and thank you to Joel as well as to every donor and supporter!" Joel was joined by friends and family for some of the walk (Image: Joel Bramwell) Mr Bramwell's efforts will help support the work of St David's Hospice Care, which provides care for those living with a life-limiting illness. It offers round-the-clock expert care, managing patients' pain, and looking after their emotional, spiritual, and social needs. The charity provides a friendly, welcoming environment, helping patients to live their lives to the fullest. Joel has raised around £1200 to split between the charities, well beyond his target of £500 for each charity (Image: Joel Bramwell) Mr Bramwell's challenge has not only raised much-needed funds but also raised awareness of the important work these charities do. His efforts are a testament to the power of personal motivation and community support, proving that even individual actions can make a significant difference. His story serves as an inspiration to others, showing that personal milestones can be used to support and give back to the community. By turning his 50th birthday celebration into a charity fundraiser, Mr Bramwell has demonstrated a selfless commitment to helping others and honouring the memory of his father and other loved ones.
South Wales Argus
12-06-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Hospice team set to take part in Gwent dragon boat race
The team from St David's Hospice Care will be jumping into a dragon boat, picking up their paddles, hitting the drum and racing for the hospice in order to raise vital funds The Dragon Boat race, organised by St David's Hospice Care, will take place on June 28 at Llandegfedd Reservoir, near Cwmbran. St David's Hospice Care offers a range of services to support patients, their families and friends, both in the hospice and in the community. A spokesman for the charity said: "Please support the team in any way you can - every penny really does count and will bring huge motivation to the team while helping to make a big difference to the hospice." Go to Team Paddles for Patients on Just Giving for more details.
South Wales Argus
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Dalmatian Bike Ride returning to Newport this summer
The Dalmatian Bike Ride will be held on Saturday, June 7, starting from Caerleon, with various routes available. Each year, the event features a raffle to raise money for St David's Hospice Care. The raffle, supported by Evans Electrical Ltd, offers a chance to win prizes sourced throughout the year by the company's staff, helping the hospice provide free services. The draw will take place at a family festival in the Priory Hotel & Restaurant gardens at 4pm on June 7. Tickets can be purchased online at The raffle is open to those aged 16 and over, with tickets allocated randomly and entered directly into the draw. Winners will be notified automatically. The Dalmatian Bike Ride is sponsored by Hedyn. New for 2025, the event will also feature a 5km walk for participants. More information about the event can be found on the St David's Hospice website.
South Wales Argus
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
South Wales Car Festival held at Chepstow Racecourse
The annual South Wales Car Festival took place over the Bank Holiday weekend at Chepstow Racecourse, Monmouthshire. Held to aid St David's Hospice Care, the event attracted car lovers and families with its wide array of vehicles and fun activities. The festival displayed a variety of vehicles from renowned brands, including Porsche, Lamborghini, and Ferrari. Classic cars, modified vehicles, car club exhibits, motorcycles, and emergency service vehicles also featured in the line up. (Image: South Wales Car Festival) (Image: South Wales Car Festival) (Image: South Wales Car Festival) (Image: South Wales Car Festival) (Image: South Wales Car Festival) (Image: South Wales Car Festival) Each year, the event attracts more unique and rare vehicles, making it a popular choice for enthusiasts. Alongside the automotive displays, the festival offered a range of attractions for attendees of all ages. These included a DJ, a kids' corner, street food vendors and bars, craft stalls, and opportunities to purchase local produce. All proceeds from the festival will go to St David's Hospice Care, a charity dedicated to providing free, community-based hospice care to individuals with life-threatening illnesses in Gwent and Mid/South Powys. The next South Wales Car Festival has been scheduled for May 3, 2026. More information can be found on the festival's Facebook page.
