A daring adventure for a noble cause is coming to the heart of Bath this February.
Dorothy House Hospice Care has announced the Bath City Zipline, a high-flying event in front of the iconic Royal Crescent. Not just a chance to soar above the city, this initiative aims to raise crucial funds for palliative and end-of-life care across the region.
The event, scheduled from February 28 to March 2, promises to blend excitement with purpose. Participants will zipline across the Royal Crescent’s lower lawn while supporting a hospice that provides specialist care to over 3,000 individuals annually.
Dorothy House’s chief executive, Wayne de Leeuw, highlighted the significance of community support saying: “With an aging population causing ever-increasing demand for end-of-life care, our ambition remains to ensure we are there for everyone who needs us. The additional National Insurance cost of this scale just adds to the perfect storm facing hospices at a time when we already desperately needed more support.”
In addition to the adrenaline-pumping zipline, attendees can explore an eclectic mix of activities. The event will feature Dorothy House’s unique Ubiety beauty products, a pop-up shop showcasing pre-loved clothing, and stands detailing the hospice’s services. Visitors can engage with the staff and volunteers who provide vital support to families during their most vulnerable moments.
The financial challenges facing hospices like Dorothy House are stark. With only 20% of its funding coming from the NHS, the organization depends heavily on donations and creative fundraising efforts. Recent government policies, including increased National Insurance costs, have exacerbated financial pressures. “Now more than ever, it is vital that the community understands the wide-ranging and vital services the Hospice offers,” de Leeuw said.
To participate in the Bath City Zipline, individuals can register online for £35 and commit to raising £150 in sponsorship. Local businesses are also encouraged to sponsor the event, offering them unique advertising opportunities in the process.
For further information, registration, and sponsorship details, visit the Dorothy House website or contact event organizer Dan Varley.
Dorothy House’s pioneering event not only offers thrills but also underscores the urgent need for innovative approaches to funding end-of-life care. As de Leeuw aptly concluded, “Without their generosity, Dorothy House could not offer families in the community the support they deserve at the most vulnerable period in their lives.”