Movember

Well done lads! It was an honour to help with your fundraising efforts for Pendleside Hospice.

£1000 Movember Target SMASHED

When Thomas, Paul, and Luke started their Movember fundraiser for Pendleside Hospice, they set an ambitious target of £1,000. By the end of November, they hadn't just hit that target – they'd obliterated it, raising an incredible *£1,649* for this vital local charity.

Day One: Clean Shaven and Ready

It all started on 1st November with a simple post: "All clean shaven and ready to go… will they look any different by the end of the month or will we have a bunch of handsome Tom Sellecks amongst us??? Who knows!!" The lads committed to growing moustaches throughout November (Movember), raising money and awareness for Pendleside Hospice along the way. What followed was a month of fundraising, community support, and some truly questionable facial hair.

The £1000 Target Hit

By the end of November, the news everyone had been waiting for came through: "£1000 MOVEMBER TARGET HIT! Well, we didn't expect anything less and we couldn't be more proud of Luke and our customers for arranging the Movember fundraiser for Pendleside Hospice! Well done boys, you absolute diamonds!"

The ladies at Pendleside Hospice recorded a special thank you message to everyone involved and everyone who donated, acknowledging the incredible effort that had gone into the campaign.

The Movember Reveal Party

The final push came with the Movember Reveal Party at Ye Olde Boot & Shoe, complete with raffles, bottle tombola, and "all sorts of shenanigans." Every penny raised went straight to Pendleside Hospice, pushing the final total to £1,649.

A Personal Connection: Remembering Stacey

This fundraiser was about more than just growing moustaches and raising money. For Thomas Rowe, it was deeply personal. His sister, Stacey, had recently passed away at Pendleside Hospice, and the care she and her family received inspired this incredible fundraising effort.

A Message from Pendleside Hospice

Pendleside Hospice shared Thomas's story in their "Thankful Thursday" feature:

"Thomas Rowe's sister, Stacey, sadly passed away recently at Pendleside Hospice, so Thomas, along with his friends, held a raffle and tombola at The Old Boot & Shoe in Waterfoot, as part of a special fundraiser, in Stacey's memory.

"Thomas, or Tommy, as he known to his friends, along with Paul and Luke, attended the Hospice with a fantastic cheque banner in the sum of £1,649!"

Tommy's Words

Tommy explained why this fundraiser meant so much:

"Stacey was at Pendleside Hospice during her final days with us. The care that she received, as well as her husband, Kevin, and son, Archie, was incredible. Stacey was an infectious, loving and extraordinary person, who was loved by so many and is dearly missed by us all.

"The team at Pendleside were so compassionate and comforting, they made all of us who sat with Stacey feel at ease with the care she was given, even when it was most difficult. They go above and beyond which, with the support of my family and friends, we thought it was only right to give a little back to the Hospice for what they do.

"We can't thank them enough for the care they gave to Stacey in the most difficult of times, it really is superhuman what they do!"

Why Pendleside Hospice Matters

Pendleside Hospice provides specialist palliative care to patients and families living with life-limiting illnesses across Burnley, Pendle, and Rossendale. Their services include:

• 10-bed inpatient unit

• Day care services

• Hospice at Home service

• Bereavement support

• Carer support

Running these vital services costs over £6.5 million annually, with less than 20% funded by the NHS. The rest relies entirely on the generosity of local people and fundraising efforts like Tommy, Paul, and Luke's Movember campaign.

Our Role at the Boot & Shoe: Proud to Help

When the lads approached us about hosting fundraising events at the Boot & Shoe, there was never any doubt we'd get involved. This is exactly what local pubs should be doing – supporting our community, providing space for good causes, and helping raise money for charities that make a genuine difference.

From the initial Movember kickoff to the final Reveal Party, it was an honour to be part of this incredible fundraising journey.

The Power of Community

£1,649 isn't just a number – it's:

• Hours of specialist nursing care

• Support for families during their most difficult times

• Comfort, dignity, and compassion when it matters most

Every single person who donated, shared the fundraiser, attended events, or simply offered encouragement played a part in reaching this amazing total.

Thank You

To Tommy, Luke, Paul, Callum and the rest of the lads that got involved – you absolute legends. Your dedication to honouring Stacey's memory through this fundraiser shows the very best of what community spirit means.

To everyone who donated – thank you. Your generosity directly supports Pendleside Hospice's vital work.

To Pendleside Hospice – thank you for the superhuman work you do every single day, caring for patients and families with compassion, dignity, and expertise.

And to Stacey – you were clearly loved deeply, and this fundraiser is a beautiful testament to the impact you had on everyone around you.

Supporting Pendleside Hospice

If you'd like to support Pendleside Hospice:

• Donate directly at www.pendleside.org.uk

• Shop at their charity shops across Burnley and Pendle

• Take part in their fundraising events

• Organize your own fundraiser

• Volunteer your time

Every contribution, no matter how small, helps ensure Pendleside can continue providing the exceptional care that meant so much to Stacey, Kevin, Archie, and Tommy's family.

Get in Touch for Fundraising Events

If you're organizing a charity fundraiser and need a venue in Rossendale, please get in touch. We're proud to support local causes and would love to hear about your plans.

Call us on 01706 213828

Once again – well done, lads. £1,649 for Pendleside Hospice, raised in memory of Stacey. It was an honour to be part of something so meaningful.

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Movember Fundraiser Heroes: £1,649 Raised for Pendleside Hospice in memory of Stacey.