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Will Writing Month 2026

This September, write or update your Will while supporting local hospice care.

We’ve partnered with trusted solicitors across Sussex who are generously donating their time and legal expertise. Instead of charging their usual fees, they are offering appointments for simple single or joint/mirror Wills in exchange for a donation to the hospice (£300 for a single Will / £450 for a joint or mirror Will).

By taking part in our Will Writing Month, you can tick this important task off your to-do list while directly supporting us in continuing to provide compassionate children’s hospice care across Sussex and South East Hampshire.

Participating solicitors have limited appointments available. We recommend donating early and contacting your chosen solicitor promptly to secure your slot.

Secure your Will writing appointment

How does it work?

It's easy to take part in our Will Writing Month. Simply follow these steps.

Make your donation

Complete our secure online form to make a donation for your single or joint/mirror Will.

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Save your proof of donation

Once completed, you will receive a confirmation email. Make sure you keep this receipt as your solicitor will ask for proof of your donation at your appointment.

Book your appointment

Browse our list of participating Sussex solicitors below and contact them directly to book your slot.

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Why should you write a Will?

Ensure your wishes are honoured

Without a legal Will, your estate will be distributed according to standard legal rules, which may not reflect what you would have wanted.

Ease the burden on loved ones

Having a valid Will makes it easier for your family to carry out your intentions after you’re gone

Reduce inheritance tax

If you leave at least 10% of your taxable estate to charity, the inheritance tax rate on the remainder of your estate can be reduced from 40% to 36%.

This special campaign is designed to help you get your affairs in order while supporting the compassionate care we provide at our hospices. Whether you’re making your first Will or simply updating it, this is a meaningful way to plan for the future whilst making a real difference to those we care for. 

It’s ideal for:

  • anyone who wants to leave a lasting legacy to help ensure our hospice can continue caring for people affected by life-limiting illness and their families
  • supporters who don’t yet have a Will
  • those needing to update an existing Will due to life changes such as marriage, children, or retirement

Take part in Will Writing Month

Make your donation today and secure your appointment

Participating solicitors

We are very fortunate to have the support of the following solicitors for Will Writing Month

Barwells

Peacehaven, 01323 875044

Bennett Griffin

Worthing, 01903 229999

Cognitive Law

Brighton, 0333 400 4499

Cunningtons

Brighton, 01273 725229

Edward Harte

Brighton, 01273 662750

Gates & Moloney

Lancing, 01903 766046

Goodlaw Solicitors

Hassocks, 01273 836004

Mayo Wynne Baxter

Storrington, 01903 748188

Robert Simon & Co

Shoreham-by-Sea, 01273 452333

UHY Hacker Young

Hove, 01273 726445

Frequently asked questions
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Whilst you do not have to include a gift in your Will to participate in our Will Writing Month, we do hope it’s something you will consider.

We will never ask you to tell us your intentions. But, if you choose to let us know, we would love the opportunity to say thank you and share how your support makes a difference!

As Chestnut Tree House, Martlets and St Barnabas House are all part of Southern Hospice Group, you can participate in the scheme on behalf of all hospices. When making your donation, please specify your preferred hospice. 

If you have included a specific wish or restriction in your Will, for example, that your gift should benefit a particular hospice or service, we will honour those wishes wherever possible and in accordance with our legal obligations.

Many of our supporters choose to leave their gift unrestricted, which allows us to use it where the need is greatest. This helps us provide the best possible care for children, young people and adults across all our hospice services.

You must be aged 18 or over to participate in Will Writing Month.

A simple Will is generally when a person’s wishes are straightforward, for example if they want to leave everything to a spouse, partner, children, family members, friends, or charities in clearly defined shares. 

A joint Will is single legal document signed by two people (usually spouses) that leaves their combined estate to each other.

Mirror Wills are two separate but identical legal documents created by a couple that leave everything to each other. A mirror Will allows the surviving partner the flexibility to update their own Will later.

Need to talk to someone?

If you have a question about Will Writing Month, or you'd like more information on leaving a gift in your Will, please contact our gifts in Wills team on 01903 706325 or wills@southernhospicegroup.org.uk.

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Terms and conditions

  • You must be over 18 to qualify for the scheme.
  • Solicitors may charge additional administration fees at their own discretion, which they will advise you of.
  • The scheme is available to those who wish to make a simple or joint/mirror Will for couples.
  • The participating solicitors will not charge you for their time, they may make you aware of what their charges would have been had the scheme not been in place
  • To participate in the scheme you must make a minimum donation of £300 for a single Will or £450 for a joint/mirror Will to Southern Hospice Group in exchange for the services provided by the solicitor.
  • The solicitor will make you aware of the tax advantages of leaving a gift in your Will to the hospice.

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