Great Oaks Hospice’s mission is to provide the best care and support for everyone in our community when they need it most.
Who we are
Great Oaks Hospice is in Coleford in the heart of the Forest of Dean. We provide a range of services for adults with life-limiting illnesses, and their families and carers.
All our services are free of charge and provided by experienced staff, supported by trained volunteers.
We offer a range of services for adults with life-limiting illnesses and their support networks.
Everyone can support us, whether donating, fundraising, volunteering or joining us for an event.
Guidance for healthcare professionals about referrals, courses, resources, etc.
Latest events
Some of our wonderful supporters
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Great Oaks provides supportive, palliative and end of life care programmes according to the ongoing and changing needs of our community, All of our services are free of charge and provided by experienced staff, supported by trained volunteers.
🌿A beautiful afternoon in the Great Oaks garden. The perfect setting to enjoy the peace, fresh air, and gentle movement of a restorative Xi Gong session with Gerry.
💚A wonderful moment to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the calm around us.
To find out more about the holistic support we provide for adults living with, and caring for those living with, life-limiting illnesses call ☎️ 01594 811910
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It is the aim of Great Oaks Hospice to offer care and support to adults with a life limiting illness.
✨ Charity Fundraising Social & Shopping Day ✨Join us for a fabulous fundraising Social & Shopping Day organised by Great Oaks Hospice, kindly hosted at Teri Chance Boutiques.🗓 Saturday 25 April | 10am–4pm�📍 14/15 Marina Business Park, Lydney, GL15 5ETEnjoy a relaxed day of shopping featuring ladies clothing, accessories and gifts, alongside a range of local businesses.🥂 Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary drink on arrival (non‑alcoholic alternatives available).Funds raised from the day will help support the care and services Great Oaks Hospice provides to patients and families across our community.💚 Thank you to Teri Chance Boutiques & Fundraising Fashion Shows for supporting this event.Great Oaks Hospice – Registered Charity No. 1078186💜🩷 Here’s a date for your diary 💜🩷 Join us for a fantastic day of fundraising and heart warming community vibes where we welcome the wonderful team from Great Hospice for the day 💜🩷 Saturday 25th April 💜🩷 10am -4pm 💜🩷 We will also be joined by some marvellous local business so please come along to browse our beautiful showroom which is full to bursting with new season clothing and accessories 💜🩷 We will be donating a percentage of our sales on the day to Great Oaks 💜🩷
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🕵️♂️ A mystery is growing... and it’s looking a bit green. 🥬
Dust off your deerstalkers! We’re heading to Bells Hotel and Country Club for a night of suspense, suspicion, and... high-stakes gardening?
Join us for "Murder She Leeked," a brilliant mystery written by Ian McCutcheon. Whether you’re a master sleuth or just here for the great company and the two-course meal, it’s going to be a fantastic evening in support of a cause close to all our hearts.
The Game Plan:
📅 Date: Saturday, 6th June
⏰ Time: Doors 6:45 PM | 7:30 PM Start
📍 Location: Bells Hotel, Coleford
🏆 Prize: A bottle of red & white wine for the winning team!
🎟️ Tickets:
£32 per person (includes a delicious two-course meal).
🎭 Dress Code: Fancy dress is highly encouraged! From classic detectives to suspicious shrubs, we can't wait to see your creative costumes.
To book your team or your place, please contact:
📞 01594 811910
📧 events@great-oaks.org.uk
Gather your friends and see if you can crack the case. The cast of the wonderful Trust Me Maybe? will be testing your detective skills😉
Great Oaks Hospice is a Registered Charity (No. 1078186). By attending, you are helping us continue our vital community work.
Tag a friend who watches too many true crime documentaries and tell them it’s time to put those skills to use!.
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🍓 Strawberry Summer Ball 🍓
Hosted by Cinderford Rugby Club
We’re very grateful to Cinderford Rugby Club for choosing to support Great Oaks Hospice through their upcoming Strawberry Summer Ball, taking place on Saturday 27 June.
The event is being independently organised and hosted by Cinderford Rugby Club, who will be making a kind donation to Great Oaks Hospice from the proceeds. Funds raised will help support the specialist care and services we provide to local people and their families.
🎶 An evening of dining, dancing and entertainment📍 Cinderford Rugby Club🕡 6.30pm for a 7pm start, finishing at midnight🎟 Tickets £37.50 (including buffet, dessert and welcome drink)🎧 DJ Pete Stead🎟 Raffle and auction on the night
💚 Please note: This event is organised and run by Cinderford Rugby Club, not Great Oaks Hospice. All ticket sales and event enquiries should be directed to the organisers using the contact details on the poster.
We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone involved for supporting hospice care in our community 🍓 💚🍓 SUMMER DOESN’T STOP AT THE PARK! 🌞
The season might be coming to an end… but we’re only just getting started at Bell Sports & Rugby Park! 😎
Join us for our Strawberry Summer Ball — a brilliant night of music, dancing, great food and plenty of fun, all in support of Great Oaks Hospice 🍓
🎶 Live DJ
🍽️ Buffet, dessert & welcome drink
🎟️ Raffle & Auction (get involved early via WhatsApp!)
💃🕺 And plenty of dancing into the night
It’s set to be a fantastic evening with friends, great vibes and all for an amazing cause 🌳
🎟️ Tickets £37.50 – don’t miss out!
📅 Saturday 27th June
📍 Bell Sports & Rugby Park
👉 Get your tickets booked from Donna or Sandra and let’s make it a night to remember! 🍓🔥
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