Harewood Forest was awash with colour this morning as hundreds of people turned out for a charity fundraising event.

Last month, the charity celebrated everything the NHS means to our community, by hosting the Big Blue Fundraiser as we approached the NHS’ 78th birthday and the centenary of Andover War Memorial Hospital.

When Steve Debben’s partner Jodie underwent cancer treatment, he decided he wanted to do something for all those who had cared for her. He then set about planning a fundraising trip that would cover over 500 miles of the UK on a 50 year-old motorbike… and he’d do it dressed as a chicken!

Our local maternity department team is taking on a fundraising challenge to support the purchase of upgraded equipment that will support expectant mothers and their unborn babies.

‍Our popular Colour Run is returning to Harewood Forest on Saturday 1 August, and tickets are now on sale to join in the colourful fun.

A pair of strong, inspirational women will be taking to the streets of London on Sunday as they take part in a half marathon in memory of their longed-for babies.

Talented nurses, doctors and hospital staff treaded the boards at The Haymarket in Basingstoke earlier this year with their latest production, Nurse Beauty Sleeping on Duty, and their performances have raised almost £10,000 for charity.

Surgeons at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have completed the 100th surgical procedure using the cutting-edge robotic-assisted da Vinci 5 surgical system, marking a major milestone less than six months after it became the first NHS trust in the UK to introduce the new technology.

If you enjoy a good belly laugh then we have an event you’ll not want to miss.

Following our first comedy night last year, we’ve confirmed that the popular fundraiser will return to Basingstoke on Friday 27 February 2026.

The UK’s first patients have been treated using a new state-of-the-art robotic-assisted surgical system at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Thanks to charitable funding, the new da Vinci 5 surgical system is now in place at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, and will be used for a variety of surgical specialties.

In the run up to Christmas, Hampshire Hospitals Charity is asking you to consider purchasing one extra gift this year to donate to a patient staying in hospital.

Earlier this year, Hampshire Hospitals appointed Helen Toomer-Jones as its first All Age Autism Specialist Lead, a post made possible thanks to Hampshire Hospitals Charity and generous donations from the local community.

When someone you love is unwell, the difference that compassionate care and the right facilities can make is immeasurable. At the heart of our local healthcare community, Hampshire Hospitals Charity works tirelessly to enhance the experience of patients, their families, and the dedicated NHS staff who care for them every day.

After a local charity was gifted a number of precious gems, an independent family jeweller has stepped in to help them showcase the stones and raise money to support the care of seriously ill children.

A new piece of artwork has been installed on the children’s ward of a local hospital to help create a welcoming environment for young patients and their families.

Harewood Forest exploded with colour this morning as around 300 people came together for a spectacular Colour Run in support of Hampshire Hospitals Charity.

A local woman has praised the hospital trust she credits with saving her life and is now raising money to help them provide valuable equipment to support others in their recovery.

A wellbeing garden has been opened at a local hospital to help support good mental health for hard working staff thanks to funding through Hampshire Hospitals Charity and NHS Charities Together, along with time donated from staff of local businesses.