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The magic of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang came into land at Chestnut Tree House for a ‘truly scrumptious’ preview of the Theatre Royal Brighton August show.

The image shows a young person in a wheelchair with a healthcare assistant smiling and sitting in the sunshine as they explore the Woodland Walk at Chestnut Tree House.

This week is Children’s Hospice Week (June 16-22) and it’s a time for us to celebrate and share some of the amazing work that happens at Chestnut Tree House – the children’s hospice for Sussex and South East Hampshire.

A runner raises his arms as he crosses Tower Bridge in the London Marathon 2026

Runners have raised an incredible £201,384 to support hospice care across Sussex and South East Hampshire in honour of their loved ones.

A sunny garden with flower pots, a path and a globe water feature.

Stars bereavement suite is at the heart of Chestnut Tree House, the children’s hospice for Sussex and South East Hampshire. Its private garden – Stars garden – now has added family-friendly features including a beautiful chrome water sphere, raised planters and a snug area for families to be together.

Dad Patrick walks with friends between Eastbourne and Brighton in training for their ultra-marathon challenge

A couple whose baby son was cared for Chestnut Tree House will be taking on a 100km ultra-marathon this May in support of children’s hospice care.

An arm chair and bookshelf in the chestnut tree house stars bereavement suite, overlooking the garden

Following an extensive review and consultation, we can confirm there will be changes to our clinical services from 30 March 2026.

Following an extensive review, we’re proposing changes to our clinical services, meaning that support to our patients and families might soon look different.

17 February 2026

A young girl wearing glasses looking into the camera, sitting in a wheelchair

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