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Stories

Trinity supports people living with progressive, life-limiting illnesses and their friends and families in so many ways. In this section you can read some of the true stories of the people Trinity has helped.

If Trinity has supported you or a friend or family member, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your story here, or alternatively you can email [email protected], or telephone 0207 787 1000 to share your story.

Allan and Marsha's story

Allan and Marsha's story

"It was really important I got the document I needed. If I didn't my scooter would have been taken away. Without Marsha I wouldn't have had a clue what to do - her help has been brilliant." Read more

Published: 21st March, 2018

Updated: 16th October, 2020

Author: Anna Zakrzewski

Anna's story: the Paris Marathon

Anna's story: the Paris Marathon

On Sunday 3 April, Anna will be running the amazing streets of Paris for the 2022 Marathon in memory of her wonderful Uncle Ken. Find out how her training has been going and her motivation for running for Trinity. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2022

Updated: 4th April, 2022

Author: Rachel Lesbirel

Cliff's story

Cliff's story

Cliff's journey from Lands End to John O'Groats to fundraise for Trinity, Young Minds and Teenage Cancer Trust. Read more

Published: 10th September, 2021

Updated: 17th September, 2021

Author: Kim Bedding

Crumble's story

Crumble's story

For Volunteer's Week we spoke to Pets as Therapy volunteers, Tash and Crumble, to see why they decided to volunteer at Trinity. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2020

Updated: 31st May, 2022

Author: Kim Bedding

Deborah's poem to her Father

Deborah's poem to her Father

Remembering her dad on his birthday, Deborah was inspired to write this poem in his memory and express how Trinity became a place very close to his heart. Read more

Published: 18th March, 2021

Author: Kim Bedding

Ellie and Katie: Therapies team

Ellie and Katie: Therapies team

Hear from Ellie and Katie from our Therapies team and learn how they have adapted to deliver outstanding care during the pandemic. Read more

Published: 10th February, 2021

Author: Kim Bedding

From patients to PPE: celebrating our volunteer drivers

From patients to PPE: celebrating our volunteer drivers

Meet some of the volunteer drivers keeping everyone at Trinity safe with regular deliveries of PPE Read more

Published: 12th October, 2021

Updated: 19th October, 2021

Author: Polly Balsom

George's story

George's story

George and his mum Vassiliki were supported by Trinity’s Community Dementia team in 2020. Read more

Published: 4th October, 2021

Updated: 16th November, 2021

Author: Polly Balsom

Jai's story

Jai's story

Jai speaks about why he took on a hitchhiking challenge and reflects upon his journey and his experience with Trinity. Read more

Published: 13th January, 2020

Updated: 6th February, 2020

Author: Sammy Wan

Joe's story

Joe's story

"When Trinity came along we had one single team to help with my father’s needs and the family’s needs and questions." Read more

Published: 21st August, 2018

Updated: 16th October, 2020

Author: Anna Zakrzewski

Joseph's story

Joseph's story

Joseph shares about his experience of Trinity and why he is running the London Marathon for us. Read more

Published: 6th February, 2020

Updated: 16th September, 2020

Author: Sammy Wan

Kate's story

Kate's story

Kate's the Clinical Lead for end of life care in Wandsworth and is running the marathon for Trinity this year. Read more

Published: 27th March, 2019

Updated: 20th June, 2022

Author: Helena Vine

Kath's story

Kath's story

Kath Jackson was my sister. She loved the theatre and music, but most of all, she loved her family. Read more

Published: 24th October, 2018

Updated: 23rd March, 2020

Author: Kim Bedding

Katie's story

Katie's story

Katie's husband Ben talks about her time at Trinity, and the amazing fundraising challenge he is undertaking in her memory. Read more

Published: 14th February, 2018

Updated: 16th October, 2020

Author: Anna Zakrzewski

Lily's story

Lily's story

Find out why Lily turned her lockdown jog into a run in memory of her grandparents as she takes on the Royal Parks Half Marathon. Read more

Published: 17th February, 2021

Updated: 22nd February, 2021

Author: Kim Bedding

Liz's story

Liz's story

Liz’s husband Paddy was cared for at home by Trinity’s Wandsworth End of Life Care Coordination Service. Read more

Published: 6th May, 2021

Updated: 7th May, 2021

Author: Kim Bedding

Malini and Nishel’s Story

Malini and Nishel’s Story

We spoke to Malini and Nishel about their experience with Trinity and why their family chose to set up a Tribute Fund in memory of their Mum, Pushpa. Read more

Published: 20th June, 2022

Author: Rachel Lesbirel

Matthew's story

Matthew's story

We spoke to local supporter Matthew about our upcoming Family Walk and Fun Day and why he's committed to supporting Trinity. Read more

Published: 21st August, 2018

Updated: 23rd September, 2019

Author: Anna Zakrzewski

Paul's story

Paul's story

We found Trinity a place of remarkable calm and tranquillity when it felt like life was collapsing around us. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2018

Updated: 1st July, 2019

Author: Kim Bedding

Paul's walk from A to B

Paul's walk from A to B

Learn why Paul is walking the south west coastal path in memory of his wife, Claire. Read more

Published: 25th May, 2021

Updated: 10th February, 2022

Author: Kim Bedding

Rebecca's Story: Hackney Half Marathon

Rebecca's Story: Hackney Half Marathon

On Sunday 22 May 2022, Rebecca will be running the Hackney Half Marathon to raise money for our care. Find out how her training has been going and her motivation for running for Trinity! Read more

Published: 11th May, 2022

Updated: 20th June, 2022

Author: Molly Collard

Robin's story

Robin's story

Robin shares his experience of Trinity's support when losing a loved one. Read more

Published: 20th August, 2019

Updated: 21st August, 2019

Author: Helena Vine

Sharon's story

Sharon's story

Sharon shares her experience of Trinity and why she is holding a fundraising ball once again in memory of her sister. Read more

Published: 17th July, 2019

Updated: 2nd January, 2020

Author: Sammy Wan

The Burren Walk

The Burren Walk

Andrew Edwards sadly died from bowel cancer on New Years’ Eve last year. He was only 46 years old. To celebrate Andrew’s love of the outdoors, Nick Buckley and 14 others will be taking on The Burren Walk. Read more

Published: 27th July, 2021

Author: Kim Bedding

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    Earl's Court is now open!

    Royal Trinity Hospice has now opened it's 20th charity shop in central and south west London. Take a first look at the shop...

  • Press Release: Trinity to open brand new charity shop

    Press Release: Trinity to open brand new charity shop

    It's an exciting end of June for our retail team as they open a brand new hospice charity shop, and in a new area, in West London. Our shops are a vital source of income for our annual £11 million pound target.

  • London Marathon 2023

    London Marathon 2023

    Apply now to run the 2023 London Marathon for Trinity. Get a free place to run the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2022 with every sign up!

  • Trinity's Love Island inspired looks

    Trinity's Love Island inspired looks

    Explore our Love Island 'summer of love' outfits from our Royal Trinity Hospice eBay and depop shops.

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    Find a charity shop

    Find contact information for your nearest Royal Trinity Hospice shop

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    Shop online

    Shop with Trinity through our website, eBay, Depop and Gumtree shops

  • Welcome to Royal Trinity Hospice

    Welcome to Royal Trinity Hospice

    We provide skilled, compassionate palliative and end of life care in central and south west London, and it's all completely free.

  • Executive team

    Executive team

    The Executive team provides strategic leadership and support to Royal Trinity Hospice and Trinity Hospice Shops Ltd.

  • Donate at your local Trinity shop

    Donate at your local Trinity shop

    Find out how you can donate preloved goods to any of our Trinity shops.

  • Assistant Shop Manager

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  • Eligibility and the referral process

    Eligibility and the referral process

    Who is eligible for care at Trinity and how our referral process works

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    Our trustees come from a variety of professional backgrounds and have ultimate responsibility for the governance of the charity.

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