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Group of people holding wrapped gifts in front of a Demelza building; several luxury cars are parked nearby.
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Supercar enthusiasts visit Demelza for Christmas gift drop off

Supercar enthusiasts from WiseUp Events brought festive cheer to Demelza, arriving in style and donating toys for children at our Sittingbourne hospice.

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Five people stand in front of a building with a 'demelza extraordinary care for extraordinary children' sign, decorated with bee-themed ornaments and string lights.
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Demelza South East London hosts second festive football visit

Millwall Lionesses visited Demelza South East London, gifting presents and praising the hospice’s incredible work with children and families this Christmas.

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Two people stand by a red car with a 'BLACK WIDOW Bikers Association SUSSEX CHAPTER' banner. One is dressed as Santa; the other holds a card. Gift bags are on the left.
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East Sussex community donate Christmas gifts

Businesses and bikers in East Sussex donated over 400 gifts to Demelza, helping create magical moments for children and families this Christmas.

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Person in red sweater kneels and reads 'WHY, OH WHY, AM I A CROCODILE?' to two children on a red chair.
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Children’s author reads Demelza’s annual Christmas story

Children’s author Alex Brooks visited Demelza to read The Night Before Christmas, continuing our festive tradition and delighting families at Sittingbourne.

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Group singing in front of a large Christmas tree in a town square. Some wear Santa hats. 'Demelza' charity banner on the ground.
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Christmas shoppers enjoy festive carolathons in aid of Demelza

School children raised £3,330 for Demelza by singing carols across Kent, East Sussex & SE London in joyful festive carolathons.

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Six people in matching grey football training outfits sit and stand around a red couch in a decorated room with children's toys and artwork.
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Charlton Athletic players visit Demelza South East London

Charlton Athletic players brought festive cheer to Demelza South East London, meeting families and raising smiles during their annual Christmas visit to the hospice.

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Large congregation seated in a grand cathedral with vaulted ceilings during a service. A lit Christmas tree is visible on the left.
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Canterbury Cathedral hosts charity’s 20th annual Celebration of Christmas event

Nearly 1,000 people attended Demelza’s 20th Celebration of Christmas at Canterbury Cathedral, raising £24,000 through festive music, readings and heartfelt stories.

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Woman stands outdoors wearing blue blazer, light blue top, and green Demelza lanyard. Background includes greenery and structures.
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Demelza CEO celebrates 25 years with charity

Demelza CEO Lavinia Jarrett celebrates 25 years with the charity, marking a journey of growth, passion, and dedication to children’s hospice care.

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Colourful rabbit sculpture wearing a painted vest with "Trail with a Trail" and "Demelza" text, and trainers, sitting on a grassy field.
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Kent schools and community groups invited to design sculpture

Schools and community groups in Kent are being invited to sign up to choose, design and keep a sculpture as part of an art trail coming to Tunbridge Wells next summer.

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