Hospice Christmas Tree collection is a record breaker

Thursday, 16 January 2025 06:00

Salisbury Hospice Charity has announced a record-breaking success in this year’s Christmas Tree Collection & Recycling Scheme.

The tree collection this year has raised an incredible £33,200 to support the vital end-of-life and palliative care services of Salisbury Hospice. Over the course of just three days, an incredible 1,530 Christmas trees were collected by 27 vehicles across a 15-mile radius.

This achievement was made possible by the tireless efforts of volunteers from across the community, including many local businesses who generously donated their time, staff, and resources. The initiative has become a cherished community effort, bringing people and businesses together in support of Salisbury Hospice’s vital work.

The funds raised will help the Hospice continue to provide compassionate care and support for patients facing life-limiting illnesses – so that they may live well and die with dignity in a place of their choosing. The Hospice provides care to over 1,000 individuals annually, offering its specialised services free of charge. Care is delivered at the point of need to patients and their families—whether within the Hospice, in the community, or in patients' own homes.

Salisbury Hospice Charity will be donating 10% of the proceeds to two valued local organisations: Salisbury & South Wilts Scouts and Serve On, whose contributions to the community are invaluable.

The initiative also promotes environmental sustainability, with the wood chippings used for animal food and bedding, mulch and footpath reinforcements for local farms and playgrounds. This recycling effort is only made possible by the generous support of local tree services.

Salisbury Hospice Charity says it "is deeply grateful to everyone who registered their tree and extends special thanks to Sampson Coward, this year’s campaign sponsor. Your generosity and community spirit have made this year’s collection a resounding success."