The King’s School rolled out the red carpet by hosting a prestigious event for East Cheshire Hospice.
Pictured: Dr Kathryn Mannix and Nick Robinson in The Jackson Hall at King’s
Around 360 guests enjoyed a fascinating discussion between BBC broadcaster Nick Robinson and Dr Kathryn Mannix, one of the country’s leading experts on palliative care.
Kathryn enjoyed a distinguished medical career and is now a best-selling author and speaker. Her books, With The End in Mind and Listen, use storytelling to help loved ones approach sensitive conversations around dying.
The talk was hosted by Nick, presenter of BBC Radio 4’s flagship Today programme and one of Macclesfield’s most famous sons.
The visit to the new King’s was special for him. Nick said: “I’ve passed the entrance to this amazing new campus many times on my way to the station to work in London, but this is the first time I’ve been inside.
“It’s a fantastic facility and I’m excited to be here.”
The welcome address was delivered by Juliette White CBE, chair of the board of governors at King’s, and chair of the trustee board at East Cheshire Hospice.
Juliette said: “It’s wonderful to bring these two organisations here together this evening and to see so many of our supporters, both familiar faces and some new ones.
“In a world that can often feel less than kind, our Hospice and your ongoing support stand as powerful examples of compassion and generosity. Each year we have the real privilege of caring for more than 1,200 patients and their families at some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives.
“The work we do is only possible because of you.”
The Hospice needs £9,362 a day to keep its doors open with only 21 per cent of its income comes from government.
* The Hospice is inviting potential supporters to tour its premises on Millbank Drive in Macclesfield and enjoy Afternoon Tea. Dates available are Friday May 8, or Friday June 12 (both 1.30 pm-2.30 pm). To attend, please contact Sally Dykins (email: philanthropy@echospice.org.uk).