BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Willen Hospice | Local Milton Keynes Charity supporting families with compassion - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Willen Hospice | Local Milton Keynes Charity supporting families with compassion REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261126T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261126T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T102445Z CREATED:20260623T102445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T102445Z UID:10001023-1795689000-1795694400@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Walking group DESCRIPTION:Our walking group takes place every Thursday at 10.30am and is open to Hospice patients and their carers/families\, bereaved carers/families\, volunteers\, and staff. \nThe group caters for all abilities and walking speeds. Most people do a circular walk around Willen’s North Lake\, but some take a shorter ‘out and back’ route. Mobility scooters and well-behaved dogs are welcome. \nThe walk usually lasts 30 mins to an hour\, then there’s time for tea\, coffee\, biscuits and a chat back at the Hospice’s Wellbeing Centre. \nBeing more active and being outside has profound benefits to health and wellbeing\, for everyone. It can help you strengthen your muscles\, improve your heart and lung health\, improve your balance\, and manage fatigue. It can also help to reduce any anxiety or depression you may have\, increase your confidence\, and improve your sleep and memory. \nThe group gives you an opportunity to socialise with others\, which can also support better physical and mental wellbeing. Our Therapeutic and Wellbeing team staff join the walk each week to offer additional support if needed. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/walking-group/2026-11-26/ CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DSC_0601-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261129 DTSTAMP:20261103T140428Z CREATED:20261103T132142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T140428Z UID:10001051-1795824000-1795910399@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Dog Grotto at our Christmas Shop DESCRIPTION:Does your dog deserve a visit with Santa this year? We think so! During your 15-minute visit\, your dog will get treats and a toy\, you’ll have a pawsome photo taken together with Santa\, and you’ll take home a card to keep. It’s £15 per dog\, and up to two people can come along too. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/shops/christmas-shop/#new_tab LOCATION:Christmas Shop\, 3 High Street\, Newport Pagnell\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Christmas Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Dog-Grotto-Web-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261202T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260130T162908Z CREATED:20251223T145627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T162908Z UID:10000463-1796207400-1796212800@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Recently bereaved drop-in sessions 2026 DESCRIPTION:If you’ve experienced a bereavement in the past six months\, you’re warmly invited to join our recently bereaved drop-in sessions. \nThis is a chance for you to share your feelings and experiences of grief with other local people in similar situations. Our trained staff are on hand with support too. \nDay: First and third Wednesday of each month\, 10.30am–12midday \nLocation: Wellbeing Centre at Willen Hospice (arrive at Wellbeing reception please) \nNo need to book. Everyone welcome\, whether your loved one was cared for by the Hospice or not. If you have any questions\, please email bereavement@willen-hospice.org.uk  URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/recently-bereaved-drop-in-sessions-2026/2026-12-02/ LOCATION:Willen Hospice CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AdobeStock_340805366-People-listening-in-a-group-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261203T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T102445Z CREATED:20260623T102445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T102445Z UID:10001024-1796293800-1796299200@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Walking group DESCRIPTION:Our walking group takes place every Thursday at 10.30am and is open to Hospice patients and their carers/families\, bereaved carers/families\, volunteers\, and staff. \nThe group caters for all abilities and walking speeds. Most people do a circular walk around Willen’s North Lake\, but some take a shorter ‘out and back’ route. Mobility scooters and well-behaved dogs are welcome. \nThe walk usually lasts 30 mins to an hour\, then there’s time for tea\, coffee\, biscuits and a chat back at the Hospice’s Wellbeing Centre. \nBeing more active and being outside has profound benefits to health and wellbeing\, for everyone. It can help you strengthen your muscles\, improve your heart and lung health\, improve your balance\, and manage fatigue. It can also help to reduce any anxiety or depression you may have\, increase your confidence\, and improve your sleep and memory. \nThe group gives you an opportunity to socialise with others\, which can also support better physical and mental wellbeing. Our Therapeutic and Wellbeing team staff join the walk each week to offer additional support if needed. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/walking-group/2026-12-03/ CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DSC_0601-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261205T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261205T160000 DTSTAMP:20261005T143936Z CREATED:20251016T152716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T143936Z UID:10000401-1796479200-1796486400@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Lights of Love DESCRIPTION:  \nOur festive remembrance service\nTake a moment during the festive season to pause\, reflect\, and honour the treasured memories of loved ones no longer with us at our Lights of Love remembrance service. \nThis special event features live performances\, readings and poetry as we gather our community together. \nEvent Details:  \nLocation: The Ridgeway Centre\, Wolverton \nDate and Time: Doors open at 1:30pm\, service begins at 2:00pm\, concluding by 4:15pm \nWe warmly invite you and your family to join us for this meaningful occasion.  \n\nBOOKINGS OPENING SOON\n \nAdd a lantern to your booking \nMemory\nLantern\nWe encourage you to light your candle on Sunday 28th December at 6pm\, so we can collectively remember those people who brightened our lives. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/lights-of-love/#new_tab LOCATION:The Ridgeway Centre CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Family Events,In Memory ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Lights-of-Love-CTA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261210T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T102445Z CREATED:20260623T102445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T102445Z UID:10001025-1796898600-1796904000@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Walking group DESCRIPTION:Our walking group takes place every Thursday at 10.30am and is open to Hospice patients and their carers/families\, bereaved carers/families\, volunteers\, and staff. \nThe group caters for all abilities and walking speeds. Most people do a circular walk around Willen’s North Lake\, but some take a shorter ‘out and back’ route. Mobility scooters and well-behaved dogs are welcome. \nThe walk usually lasts 30 mins to an hour\, then there’s time for tea\, coffee\, biscuits and a chat back at the Hospice’s Wellbeing Centre. \nBeing more active and being outside has profound benefits to health and wellbeing\, for everyone. It can help you strengthen your muscles\, improve your heart and lung health\, improve your balance\, and manage fatigue. It can also help to reduce any anxiety or depression you may have\, increase your confidence\, and improve your sleep and memory. \nThe group gives you an opportunity to socialise with others\, which can also support better physical and mental wellbeing. Our Therapeutic and Wellbeing team staff join the walk each week to offer additional support if needed. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/walking-group/2026-12-10/ CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DSC_0601-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261210T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261210T180000 DTSTAMP:20261016T142206Z CREATED:20261016T142206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T142206Z UID:10001048-1796922000-1796925600@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Willen On Ice DESCRIPTION:Skate for a cause\, this Christmas and join us on Thursday 10 December for a special festive\nevening\, with £5 from every ticket going directly to\nWillen Hospice to support vital local care.\nTHU 7 NOV 5Pm\nEnjoy skating\, festive food and drink\, fairground rides\nand a chance to meet Wilbur and Flo \nBook here- \nWillen Hospice Takeover at Willen On Ice | Willen Lake \n  URL:https://www.willenlake.org.uk/events/willen-hospice-takeover-at-willen-on-ice/ CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Community Event,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Willen-on-Ice-CTA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 DTSTAMP:20261103T140133Z CREATED:20261103T140133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T140133Z UID:10001052-1797033600-1797119999@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Dog Grotto at our Christmas Shop DESCRIPTION:Does your dog deserve a visit with Santa this year? We think so! During your 15-minute visit\, your dog will get treats and a toy\, you’ll have a pawsome photo taken together with Santa\, and you’ll take home a card to keep. It’s £15 per dog\, and up to two people can come along too. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/shops/christmas-shop/#new_tab LOCATION:Christmas Shop\, 3 High Street\, Newport Pagnell\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Christmas Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Dog-Grotto-Web-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261213T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261213T160000 DTSTAMP:20261005T143758Z CREATED:20260929T091203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T143758Z UID:10001040-1797152400-1797177600@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Storytime with Santa DESCRIPTION:Part of our Christmas Festival\, Story time with Santa is a festive experience for children\, and anyone who would love to see Santa!*  Taking place in our cafe overlooking Willen Lake\, enjoy festive food\, storytelling and a visit from Santa! 30 minute slots available. Entry: £15 for a 30 minute slot.  30 minute slots available. *This is an inclusive event. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/christmas-festival/#new_tab LOCATION:Christmas Festival-Willen Hospice Gardens CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Story-time-with-santa-CTA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261213T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261213T233000 DTSTAMP:20261005T143636Z CREATED:20260929T101026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T143636Z UID:10001042-1797156000-1797204600@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Santa Dash DESCRIPTION:Now part of our Christmas Festival\, MK Christmas favourite Santa Dash is back for 2026 arrive from 10am\, choose to dress as Santa or in your festive fancy dress ready to run\, walk or jog approx. 1 mile around Willen’s North Lake and kick start your festive fundraising! URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/christmas-festival/#new_tab LOCATION:Christmas Festival-Willen Hospice Gardens CATEGORIES:Christmas Events,Family Events,Team Building ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Santa-Dash-new-CTA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261213T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261213T140000 DTSTAMP:20261005T143327Z CREATED:20260929T093728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T143327Z UID:10001041-1797163200-1797170400@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Reindeer Run DESCRIPTION:Part of our Christmas Festival\, Pop on your antlers and join us for a festive 5K\, setting off from Willen Hospice! Run with family and friends\, cross the finish line to collect your medal\, and help the Hospice care for local people living with life-limiting illness. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/christmas-festival/#new_tab LOCATION:Christmas Festival-Willen Hospice Gardens CATEGORIES:Challenges,Christmas Events,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Reindeer-run-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261216T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261216T120000 DTSTAMP:20260130T162908Z CREATED:20251223T145627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T162908Z UID:10000464-1797417000-1797422400@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Recently bereaved drop-in sessions 2026 DESCRIPTION:If you’ve experienced a bereavement in the past six months\, you’re warmly invited to join our recently bereaved drop-in sessions. \nThis is a chance for you to share your feelings and experiences of grief with other local people in similar situations. Our trained staff are on hand with support too. \nDay: First and third Wednesday of each month\, 10.30am–12midday \nLocation: Wellbeing Centre at Willen Hospice (arrive at Wellbeing reception please) \nNo need to book. Everyone welcome\, whether your loved one was cared for by the Hospice or not. If you have any questions\, please email bereavement@willen-hospice.org.uk  URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/recently-bereaved-drop-in-sessions-2026/2026-12-16/ LOCATION:Willen Hospice CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AdobeStock_340805366-People-listening-in-a-group-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261217T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261217T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T102445Z CREATED:20260623T102445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T102445Z UID:10001026-1797503400-1797508800@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Walking group DESCRIPTION:Our walking group takes place every Thursday at 10.30am and is open to Hospice patients and their carers/families\, bereaved carers/families\, volunteers\, and staff. \nThe group caters for all abilities and walking speeds. Most people do a circular walk around Willen’s North Lake\, but some take a shorter ‘out and back’ route. Mobility scooters and well-behaved dogs are welcome. \nThe walk usually lasts 30 mins to an hour\, then there’s time for tea\, coffee\, biscuits and a chat back at the Hospice’s Wellbeing Centre. \nBeing more active and being outside has profound benefits to health and wellbeing\, for everyone. It can help you strengthen your muscles\, improve your heart and lung health\, improve your balance\, and manage fatigue. It can also help to reduce any anxiety or depression you may have\, increase your confidence\, and improve your sleep and memory. \nThe group gives you an opportunity to socialise with others\, which can also support better physical and mental wellbeing. Our Therapeutic and Wellbeing team staff join the walk each week to offer additional support if needed. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/walking-group/2026-12-17/ CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/DSC_0601-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270107T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270109T170000 DTSTAMP:20261005T141944Z CREATED:20260929T103557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141944Z UID:10001043-1799308800-1799514000@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections DESCRIPTION:Our Tree-mendous Christmas Tree Collection is back on 7- 9 January 2027! Collection areas: MK1 – MK19\, MK43\, MK46\, LU7 and NN12.Our hassle-free Christmas tree collection service is here to make your post-Christmas cleanup a breeze\, all while supporting your local hospice. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/christmas-tree-collections/#new_tab LOCATION:Your Home CATEGORIES:Christmas Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Trees-CTA-box.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270607 DTSTAMP:20261103T101529Z CREATED:20260903T152333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T101529Z UID:10001034-1812240000-1812326399@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Skydive 2027 DESCRIPTION:Fly through the skies at our skydive day on Sunday 6 June 2027. \nWe have a limited number of skydiving spaces at the Hinton Airfield\, near Brackley. Skydiving is not only thrilling\, and something you’ll remember forever\, but it’s also a fantastic way to raise money for Willen Hospice. Your skydive will be what’s called a ‘Tandem skydive’ where you’ll be strapped to a professional – so all you have to do is enjoy it! \nIncluded: \n\nJump and training completed in one day\nHarnessed to an experienced parachute instructor at all times\nJump from at least 10\,000 feet\nFreefall down to 5\,000 feet – falling through the air at 120 mph!\nRide the parachute down to the ground\nLanding controlled by your instructor\nCertificate to prove that you have completed a Tandem Skydive\n\nCosts & fundraising target\nYou’ll need to pay a £70 deposit when you sign up\, and we kindly ask you to fundraise at least £450 for Willen Hospice. \nBook your place!\nBookings close 6 April 2027 \n \n \n BOOK YOUR PLACE! URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/skydive-2027/ CATEGORIES:Adrenaline ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Nikki-Skydive-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270611T203000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270612T030000 DTSTAMP:20260706T102201Z CREATED:20260706T102201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T102201Z UID:10001028-1812745800-1812769200@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Midnight Moo 2027 DESCRIPTION:As Milton Keynes sleeps\, we light the way. Every step you take helps Willen Hospice be there for local patients and families when they need it most. \nWhether you’re walking in memory of someone special\, taking on a personal challenge\, or joining friends\, family or colleagues for an unforgettable night\, Midnight Moo is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful. URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/midnight-moo-v2/#new_tab CATEGORIES:Challenges,Walks and Treks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Willen-Hospice-Midnight-Moo-2026-a-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270904T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270904T170000 DTSTAMP:20261105T162659Z CREATED:20260908T112729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T162659Z UID:10001000-1820044800-1820077200@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Cycle Sportive 2027 DESCRIPTION:Register your interest -Cycle Sportive 2027\n \n \n Cycle Sportive 2027Your Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Your Email Address(Required)\n \n Your PhoneHave you taken part in our Cycle Sportive before?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Keeping in touchIf we need to speak with you about your involvement\, we may do so via the contact details you have provided. We promise to look after the information you give us\, and it will only be used to manage your support of Willen Hospice. If you would like to know how we collect\, process and store your personal information\, our Privacy Notice is available on our website.Your ongoing support helps our patients and their families\, and we look forward to keeping in touch by post and phone to share our news with you and other ways you can get involved.Would you like to hear from us by\n \n Email\n \n \n SMS\n Past PreferencesIf you do not indicate a preference\, any past instructions you have stated previously will be maintained. If you would rather not hear from us\, or would like to change how we contact you\, please get in touch by email at supportercare@willen-hospice.org.uk or call 01908 303050.\n\n Submit URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/cycle-sportive-2027/ CATEGORIES:Cycle,Endurance,Sporting events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cycle-Sportive-321.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20271003T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20271003T170000 DTSTAMP:20261102T153638Z CREATED:20261102T153138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T153638Z UID:10001050-1822550400-1822582800@willen-hospice.org.uk SUMMARY:Cardiff Half Marathon 2027 DESCRIPTION:Charity places available\nHere’s your chance to run in the popular Cardiff Half Marathon\, part of the is a part of the SuperHalfs. Finishing the race will earn you a stamp in your SuperPassport and count towards completing the series of races in Lisbon\, Prague\, Berlin\, Copenhagen and Valencia. \nA place in this race is in such high demand that it’s ballot entry only – but you can secure a place by applying for one of our five charity places\, which are first come\, first served. \n\nEnter here URL:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/event/cardiff-half-marathon-2027/ CATEGORIES:Challenges,Run ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://willen-hospice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Cardiff-half.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR