Press Releases

Date of release: 6th May 2026

Half Marathon fundraising effort

A fundraising Orthopaedic Surgeon is getting set to run a half marathon – just weeks after finishing chemotherapy at New Cross Hospital’s Snowdrop Unit. Catriona was diagnosed with breast cancer last November and has undergone 20 weeks of chemotherapy, ahead of surgery, planned for June this year. She has credited the “amazing” staff in the unit with helping her get through her treatment and this is why she has chosen to raise money for Snowdrop staff and patients.

Date of release: 5th May 2026

Fundraising champs ready for royal recognition

Champion fundraisers Jason and Aimee Guy, whose tireless efforts have supported patients, families and staff across The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust for many years, will receive some royal recognition at a Buckingham Palace garden party this week.

Date of release: 21st April 2026

Patients’ boost skills through bird table project

Patients in the Neuro Occupational Therapy Group at Cannock Chase Hospital have crafted a wooden bird table as part of a therapeutic project designed to develop practical skills and support physical and cognitive wellbeing.

Date of release: 17th April 2026

Fundraiser’s all set for skydive

Self-confessed adrenaline junkie and fundraiser Mark Stoneley will be jumping out of an aeroplane in memory of “lovely Lulu” his late wife as he boosts funds for the unit that cared for her at Wolverhampton’s New Cross Hospital.

Date of release: 17th April 2026

Your RWTC awarded funds to deliver vital wellbeing support to NHS staff

Men’s health and screening clinics, along with wellbeing and lifestyle support, will be provided for staff at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust thanks to a grant of just under £45,000 secured through its charity.

Date of release: 10th April 2026

Your RWTC’s first Wolverhampton’s Got Talent show

Singers, dancers, comedians, magicians and poets can all take centre stage this summer as Your RWTC, the registered charity for The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust hosts a brand-new community talent show.

Date of release: 9th April 2026

First patch party a success

Children with a sight condition in Wolverhampton were invited to the city’s first ‘patch party’, complete with a surprise guest.

Date of release: 31st March 2026

Step up for Brain Olympics!

A fun, free activity to give children’s brains a workout has been organised by Arts and Heritage volunteers in Wolverhampton this Easter break.

Date of release: 9th March 2026

You shall go to the Swan Ball!

Businesses across Wolverhampton are being invited to have a ball with fundraisers and help boost a £100,000 appeal set up to support families at the city’s New Cross Hospital.