Welcome to Derian House
We care for more than 400 seriously ill babies, children and young people across the North West helping them make the most of every moment.
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Want to fundraise for us?
Email fundraising@derianhouse.co.uk or call 01257 271 271
The Little Things
Derian House documentary
Derian dad Paul Woodward’s documentary, “The Little Things”, dives deep into the world of children’s hospices – and offers an exclusive look behind the scenes at Derian House. Directed by the award-winning Thomas Elliott Griffiths, the film highlights the moving stories and connections between families, staff, and volunteers, showcasing the blockbuster impact of hospice care.
The Little Things will be released on Amazon Prime in the UK and US on 22nd August 2025.
Family Stories
Jeffrey's story
Hello, my name is Sheryl and I want to tell you about the wonderful care your local children’s hospice has given to my family, and to ask if you will help to support more families like ours.
Our little boy Jeffrey has a rare and incurable genetic condition, known as Battens Disease, which causes seizures and progressively takes away a child’s ability to walk, talk, and see.
Jeffrey is eight years old now and is the sweetest boy – his bright brown eyes and cheeky smile could light up any room.
Latest Derian News
NHS leader retires after 30 years with heartfelt farewell gift to Derian House
When Lancashire health leader Sam Proffitt stepped down after three decades of NHS service, she knew exactly how she wanted to mark her retirement. Instead of gifts, Sam asked for […]
Schoolgirl superstar running a mile every day for poorly children
A Year 7 student from Preston is going the extra mile for her local children’s hospice, Derian House, by running one mile every single day throughout November. Willoe, 11, who […]
Family’s special gift to hospice in memory of sports-mad Luke
The bereaved parents of a teenager from Leyland have ensured their son will never be forgotten by his friends – by paying for a brand new sports kit for the […]
Adventurers to trek the Sahara Desert for Derian house
Intrepid explorers will cross the world’s largest desert in Derian House’s first overseas challenge – the Sahara Desert Trek – in 2026. Starting with a night in Morroco, trekkers will […]
Chorley Cubs take big steps for poorly children
The Clayton Green Cubs, based in Chorley, laced up their boots to trek 11 miles last week (11 October) – raising £1,075 for their local children’s hospice, Derian House. The […]
Derian House Children’s Hospice announces new Deputy Chief Executive and exciting plans for growth
Derian House Children’s Hospice has appointed Caroline Taylor, former Director of Income and Engagement, as its new Deputy Chief Executive. Caroline, who has been part of the hospice leadership team […]
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It's our favourite day of the week! H#ThankYouThursdayrsday everyone - take a look at this week's fantastic fundraisers 🤩![]()
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💚 ThHays Travelays Travel Blackburn took part in a virtual cycle from their store to Liverpool Airport last week, all to raise vital funds fWaitrose & Partners💚 Waitrose at the Capitol Centre has brought back their green token scheme, with Derian House being one of the chosen charities. ![]()
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💚 SupporThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saintsday Saints called by with lots of handmade knitted toys for our perinatal and community team to hand out to our families.![]()
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💚 Seven-year-old Zara has been busy raising lots of money at school on her break times, by raffling off hampers, hosting a 'Name the Bunny' competition, and by getting all of her school friends to guess the number of sweets in a jar. Over the space of just five days, Zara raised aTB Electrics Ltd![]()
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💚 TB Electrics Ltd kindly sent us an abundance of Halloween arts and craft sets, alongside some kitten crochet sets.![]()
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'Twas the night before Halloween, when all through Derian House... 💚![]()
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...all the creatures were stirring, and they certainly weren't as quiet as a mouse! 👹![]()
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Our Lodgers had a spook-tacular time at last week's Friday Night Club Halloween party, where they enjoyed lots of fang-tastic fun with friends 👻
At Derian House, we're passionate about tackling the stigma around child loss, and want to open up the conversation - encouraging friends and family to talk about the child and remember them ✨![]()
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Some of our families have told us that using a stamp when signing Christmas cards feels like a good way of remembering and including their child who has passed away, so we're once again offering a special uniquely-designed stamp - with your child's initial and a symbol* 🎄![]()
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You don't have to be a Derian family to receive a stamp. This is available to anyone who has experienced the loss of a child and may find comfort in using this idea 🥰![]()
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Visit derianhouse.co.uk/stamp to request a personalised stamp to help remember your child. They are completely free, including design and de#saymychildsnameoor #SayMyChildsName 💫![]()
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*One stamp per family - sponsored by Leyland Trucks 💚
Address
Derian House Children’s Hospice Chancery Road Astley Village Chorley Lancashire PR7 1DHCall Us
Telephone (General)01257 233 300
Telephone (Fundraising)
01257 271 271
