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Patient and a hospice Health Care Assistant

Protect hospice care in Sussex

Hospice care is more than you think, but funding gaps put it at risk. The High Sheriff of West Sussex, Dr Tim Fooks, is speaking with hospice leaders about the challenges facing care across Sussex, and what must change. You can read the full article via Sussex Express. Dignity and choice Hospice care is about dignity, choice, and comfort. Our ...

Southern Hospice Group mourns the passing of former Chair, Mike Rymer

News Organisational updates

Southern Hospice Group is profoundly saddened to announce that our former Chair of Trustees, Mike Rymer, passed away last week after a short illness.

Charlie and her nurse Emma sitting outside smiling

Help your local hospices make memories this summer

News Summer campaign 2025

This summer, three Sussex-based hospices will be celebrating the work they do helping families make precious memories in their first joint fundraising campaign.

Shop here, shop now. Fatboy Slim officially opens Martlets’ reimagined charity shop.

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“The whole ethos of this shop is centered around sustainability. Brighton is the ideal place for us to trial a brand-new look and feel which provides a high-end, yet ethical shopping experience."

Martlets – built with inclusivity in mind

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Sunday 16 March is Disabled Access Day which highlights the importance of accessibility and inclusiveness for all. Our new hospice building, which opened in 2024, was designed with these principles in mind.

Front of the hospice with Welcome to Martlets sign

Grant allocation announced for essential services

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This much needed funding allows us to continue improving the services we offer to our communities despite the financial pressures of the hospice sector.