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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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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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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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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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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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Dean of Southwark visits Demelza South East London

Demelza South East London welcomed Dr Mark Oakley, Dean of Southwark, for a tour and festive visit ahead of the annual Santa’s Grotto for supported families.

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Iconic venue hosts Demelza's Celebration of Christmas event

An iconic Greenwich venue hosted Demelza’s Celebration of Christmas, raising over £8,000 through festive music, readings, and heartfelt support.

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Demelza launches shop on online marketplace Vinted

Demelza is one of the first charities to launch a Vinted shop, expanding its successful e-commerce efforts to reach more supporters and boost sustainability.

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