The award-winning museum staged a special session providing complimentary access for families with a child with a life-limiting condition to have the opportunity to explore their newly opened Christmas wonderland. It was an opportunity for families to enjoy some quality, fun time together in between busy care routines, appointments and respite breaks provided at the hospice.
Lynné Raubenheimer, Visitor Experience Manager at the Shipwreck Treasure Museum said:
“This year’s Tunnel of Lights is a truly magical, Christmas experience where visitors journey through numerous festive settings in our winter wonderland, which includes the longest tunnel of dazzling lights in the UK. It is very special to be able to welcome local families facing hugely difficult times and provide them with the opportunity to make some wonderful memories at this special time of year.”
Sam Hurse, Head of Care at Little Harbour said:
“I want to thank the Tunnel of Lights team for offering this festive experience to our families. It is always such a pleasure to attend, and to see our families relaxing and enjoying themselves during such a hectic time of year.”
For more information about Children’s Hospice South West visit www.chsw.org.uk. Learn more about the Tunnel of Lights at www.shipwreckcharlestown.co.uk.
Children’s Hospice South West is dedicated to making the most of short and precious lives, providing the best possible hospice care for children with life-limiting children and their families. There are three hospices in the South West: Little Bridge House in Barnstaple (opened 1995), Charlton Farm near Bristol (opened 2007) and Little Harbour in St Austell (opened 2011).
CHSW is the only children’s hospice in the South West. It costs around £11million to run the three hospice sites each year and the charity relies almost entirely on voluntary contributions.
CHSW delivers a range of services including short breaks, specialist play, music therapy, activities for siblings, palliative and emergency care, end-of-life care, bereavement support and specialist medical care – all available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The services are free for families. To find out more about their work, visit www.chsw.org.uk
