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Celebrate 30 Years of Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust with the Adventure of a Lifetime! 

Posted on by Danni Smith

In 2025, Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) will celebrate three decades of making a difference—and we’re inviting supporters to mark this milestone in an extraordinary way, joining us for the adventure of a lifetime: a trek across the Great Wall of China in May 2026! 

This unforgettable challenge combines breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and the opportunity to support groundbreaking care and research at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

Over five days, participants will explore a remote section of the iconic Great Wall, trekking from Gubeikou to Jinshanling and Simatai. Along the way, they’ll be immersed in the stunning scenery of green hills and mountain peaks while walking in the footsteps of history. 

But the journey doesn’t stop at the wall itself. Trekkers will enjoy authentic Chinese cultural experiences, including stays in traditional guesthouses and delicious local cuisine, creating memories that will last a lifetime. 

“We are so excited to expand our portfolio of events and launch this bespoke, international trek to our supporters,” says Bec Beattie, Community Fundraising Manager. “This is an amazing way to experience a bucket list destination all while raising funds for the Addenbrooke’s and Rosie Hospitals. Making a difference to patients’ lives whilst having the experience of a lifetime.” 

This tough but rewarding challenge is perfect for anyone looking to push themselves while making a meaningful difference. With just 30 exclusive places available—one for each year of ACT’s incredible impact—it’s an opportunity to celebrate this milestone in a truly unforgettable way. 

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To learn more about this incredible adventure, join ACT for a discovery evening: 
When: Thursday, 23rd January 2025, 6:00 PM 
Where: The Old Bull Inn, 56 High Street, Royston SG8 9AW 
Register: Email fundraising@act4addenbrookes.org.uk to secure your spot. 

You can also find out more here.

Help support Addenbrooke’s and our NHS heroes by setting up a virtual tea break and donating the cost of your cuppa

Posted on by sarah.rastrick@act4addenbrookes.org.uk

With most of us at home to protect the NHS and save lives by limiting the spread of the coronavirus, it’s important to keep in touch with loved ones, friends and colleagues. That’s why we’re encouraging everyone who is now working at home to set up a virtual tea break at 3pm every day.

And there’s another way that staying home and having a virtual tea break can help our nurses and doctors. If you donate £3, the average price of a takeaway drink, each tea break, it will help local hospital staff fight the coronavirus crisis.

Your money could help fund emotional and physical wellbeing for staff on the frontline of the coronavirus crisis as well as iPads to allow families of patients in intensive care to communicate with their loved ones. Not being able to communicate can be very distressing especially during a crisis like this.

It’s so easy to do. Simply put the kettle on, pop some biccies on a plate, and set up a video call using WhatsApp, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype – or whatever works best. Then drink up, eat up, and enjoy a bit of company. Chat about everything and anything — just make sure you don’t talk about work!

Once teatime is over, then please donate the cost of your usual cuppa to your hospital and NHS heroes who are working hard on the front line to save lives during this unprecedented healthcare crisis. Donating is simple. As a group email fundraising@act4addenbrookes.org.uk to find out more about setting up a fundraiser or as an individual you can Text NHSTEA 3 to 70085 to donate £3 (standard message rates apply).

Emily Willdigg, Community Relationships Lead, said, “Get friends, family and colleagues to join in and try to have fun. Dig out your best mug and make sure there’s cake or biscuits to hand as you countdown to 3pm. Don’t forget to share your photos (or screen grabs) too.”

Please share online using the hashtags #NHSHEROES #ACTCAFE #HELPYOURHOSPITAL # ADDENBROOKES #TEAATTHREE

Thank you for helping our hospital and our NHS Heroes. Your support means so much to those on the frontline.