Date: 22nd December 2025

At Royal Orthopaedic Charity (ROC), we are proud to support projects that enhance the experience of both patients and staff at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (ROH). One of ROC’s latest investments of £4,500 has helped transform the Oncology Unit’s MDT room into a space that reflects the incredible work carried out by the team.

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital is the leading centre for orthopaedic oncology in the world, with a team that specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant tumours of bone and soft tissues.

Last year, the Oncology Unit underwent a major refurbishment to improve the working environment for staff. While the upgraded offices have been warmly received, the MDT room—a key hub for discussing complex cases—still felt clinical and sparse.

This observation was highlighted by the family of a patient who had sadly passed away from sarcoma. During a visit to the new Oncology offices, they expressed gratitude for the care their loved one received and noted how bland the MDT room felt, suggesting that it could better reflect the outstanding expertise and global reach of the tumour service.

“The service is world renowned, clinicians and trainees come to us from all over the world to learn new skills to take away with them, we needed a way to celebrate that and share these successes throughout the year” Scott Evans –Consultant Orthopaedic & MSK Oncology Surgeon.

Bringing the MDT Room to Life

With ROC’s support, the MDT room has now been enhanced with:

• A magnetic world map – This interactive map allows staff to display photos and information about visitors from around the world. It serves as a guide to showcase clinicians and trainees who have visited ROH for specialist oncology training and then returned to their own clinical settings to transfer those skills, highlighting the global impact of the unit’s expertise.

• ROH and Sarcoma Service branding – New wall graphics celebrate the identity of the service, creating a sense of pride and belonging.

A Lasting Impact

This project is about more than aesthetics—it’s a tribute the dedicated staff within the oncology team who make a real difference every day. By supporting this initiative, ROC has helped create a space that inspires, uplifts, and celebrates the remarkable work of the Oncology Unit, while also showcasing its international influence in specialist training.

ROC are delighted to have played a part in this meaningful transformation and thank everyone involved for helping make it possible.

Date: 15th December 2025

We are delighted to shine a spotlight once again on Kennedy’s Law, a valued local business and long-standing supporter of our Children and Young People’s Appeal. This Christmas, the team went above and beyond to make the festive season brighter for young patients and the staff who care for them.

Kennedy’s Law generously delivered:

• 32 festive selection packs
• 12 sweet bags and tubes
• A large box of chocolates for our staff

These thoughtful treats will be shared across the Children and Young People’s Outpatients Department throughout the Christmas period, bringing moments of joy to families who may be feeling anxious during hospital visits.

Their continued support means so much to the team, and even more to the young patients who benefit from these small but meaningful gestures.

This isn’t the first time Kennedy’s Law has stepped forward to make a difference. Earlier this year, they donated Easter eggs. They also kindly match-funded the cost of the eggs, boosting the impact of their generosity and helping us further enhance the experience of children and young people at ROH.

For many families, a hospital appointment can feel overwhelming. Donations like these help turn a difficult day into a better one—adding comfort, excitement and a well-deserved smile.

We are truly grateful for Kennedy’s Law’s continued kindness, community spirit and commitment to supporting young patients at ROH. Their generosity embodies the very best of the festive season.

Thank you, Kennedy’s Law – your support makes a real difference.

Date: 8th December 2025

The Royal Orthopaedic Charity is delighted to share the success of this year’s Christmas Market, which brought festive spirit, community energy, and incredible generosity right into the heart of the hospital. Thanks to the fantastic support of our traders, volunteers, staff, and visitors, the market raised over £700 for ROC’s Christmas Appeal — helping us move closer to transforming five cancer ward side rooms into brighter, more comforting spaces for patients.

This year’s market was our biggest yet, filled with delicious food, beautifully crafted gifts, and festive treats for every taste. We were thrilled to welcome a wonderful mix of local traders whose stalls brought colour, kindness, and creativity to the day.

A Huge Thank You to Our Traders

We are incredibly grateful to the brilliant businesses who joined us and helped make the market such a success:

• Chicken and Spud
• Maidens Fayre
• Brocklebys Pies
• Archie’s Mummy Made It
• Avon
• More Cocoa
• Sweets, Fudge & On Trend Gifts
• BHBN Radio
• Cards & Craftology
• The Sheppard’s Flock
• The Brownie Boss

Each trader brought something unique, creating a warm and festive experience for visitors and staff. From handmade crafts and festive gifts to comforting food and sweet treats, there truly was something for everyone.

Thanks to Our Raffle Donors

We would also like to extend our deepest gratitude to the generous individuals and businesses who donated items to our raffle. Their kindness helped us raise additional funds and added excitement to the day:

• Avon
• Maidens Fayre
• Chicken & Spud
• Sweets, Fudge & On Trend Gifts
• Spice Fever
• The Sheppard’s Flock
• Blakemore Foundation
• The Brownie Boss
• Archie’s Mummy Made It
• MoreCocoa
• Brocklebys Pies
• Cards & Craftology
• Rossitors Butchers
• Bistrot Pierre
• Milan Illustrator
• The MAC Birmingham
• Attic Brewery Co
• Birmingham Brewing Company
• SnowDome
• West Bromwich Albion Football Club
• Teamworks Karting
• The Ritz London

Your generosity added a wonderful sparkle to the event and helped boost the total raised for the appeal.

A Special Thank You to Our Volunteers

Our market simply wouldn’t have been possible without the time, energy, and kindness of our wonderful volunteers. A heartfelt thank you to, Eden, David, Jo, Linda and Yvonne.

Your support on the day — from helping with setup and running stalls to assisting visitors — made a huge difference. We are deeply grateful for the enthusiasm and warmth you bring to every ROC event.

Making a Difference Together

The funds raised will go directly towards ROC’s Christmas Appeal — supporting the renovation of side rooms in the oncology ward. These improvements will help create more comfortable, calming spaces for patients undergoing treatment, offering dignity and comfort during some of their most challenging moments.

Thank You for Supporting ROC

Events like this are only possible because of the generosity of our traders, volunteers, staff, and community. Your kindness helps us add those special touches that turn good care into outstanding care.

From all of us at the Royal Orthopaedic Charity:
Thank you for helping us make this Christmas a little brighter for our patients.

Date: 17th December 2025

This festive season, the Royal Orthopaedic Charity (ROC) is thrilled to have the generous support of both LullaBaby and Baylis & Harding for this year’s Christmas Appeal, helping us bring comfort and joy to patients of all ages throughout December.

Together, they are supporting ROC’s Christmas Gift Projects, ensuring that children, young people and adult inpatients at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (ROH) receive thoughtful gifts during what can be an emotional and challenging time to be in hospital.

The hospital’s Children and Young People’s Outpatients Department cares for patients aged 0–16 who are living with orthopaedic conditions requiring temporary or lifelong care. Thanks to the generosity of LullaBaby, each young person visiting the department this December will receive a specially selected gift to brighten their hospital experience and bring some festive cheer.

LullaBaby shared:

“At LullaBaby, we believe every child deserves moments of joy, comfort, and care, especially during the festive season. That’s why we’re so happy to support the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital’s Christmas Gift Project, which helps bring smiles to the children visiting the Outpatients Department over Christmas.
Hospitals can feel daunting for little ones, particularly at a time of year that’s meant to be magical. This wonderful initiative ensures that each child receives a thoughtful gift during their visit, a small gesture that can make a big difference in brightening their day and easing any worries.
As a company passionate about supporting children and families, we’re honoured to play a part in spreading a bit of Christmas cheer.”

We are also proud to recognise Baylis & Harding, who have once again sponsored the gifts for adult inpatients staying at ROH over Christmas week. As a long-standing supporter of this annual appeal, their continued generosity ensures that adults receiving care during the festive period also feel valued, remembered and supported — a gesture that brings warmth and comfort when it’s needed most.

All at ROC and ROH are incredibly grateful to both LullaBaby and Baylis & Harding for helping make the season brighter for patients and their families. Their kind support demonstrates how small acts of generosity can create meaningful, lasting impact.

Thanks to partners like these, we can continue to bring smiles, comfort and festive joy to those receiving care throughout the holiday period.

Date: 13th November 2025

Earlier this month, the Royal Orthopaedic Charity team and The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital’s Cheif Executive Officer, Matthew Hartland, came together to select the winners of our much-loved annual Christmas Card Competition.

This year, we were delighted to receive an incredible 68 entries, showcasing the creativity and festive spirit of our wonderful community. Entries came from across all ages — from 2 to 90 years old — and included designs from patients, staff, local schools, and community supporters. The enthusiasm and talent on display truly captured the spirit of the season.

After much deliberation, four winning designs were chosen to represent a variety of styles and tastes. We are thrilled to announce this year’s winners:

🎨 Tamayee, age 9

🎨 Jasper, age 11

🎨 Nia, age 7

🎨 Norman, age 82

Each of our talented winners received a £25 voucher in recognition of their creativity, effort, and festive imagination.

Supporting This Year’s Christmas Appeal

The winning designs have been professionally printed and are now available for purchase, with all proceeds supporting the Royal Orthopaedic Charity’s Christmas Appeal.

This year, our appeal is raising funds to renovate the side rooms on our cancer ward, helping to create brighter, more comfortable spaces for patients receiving care and treatment. Your purchase will help us make a meaningful difference for patients and their families this Christmas.

Cards are available now:

• £1 each

• £5 for a pack of six

By purchasing a pack of our beautiful charity Christmas cards, you’re not only sharing festive cheer — you’re also helping to transform patient spaces and support those spending the holidays in hospital.

Thank You

We’d like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who entered the competition, and to all who continue to support the Royal Orthopaedic Charity. 

Date: 6th November 2025

This Christmas, the Royal Orthopaedic Charity (ROC) is inviting our community to make a difference for people facing bone cancer treatment.

In partnership with the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, ROC’s Christmas Appeal aims to transform five oncology patient rooms — turning clinical spaces into comforting, dignified environments that feel more like home. For many patients, hospital stays can last weeks or even months, and these rooms become an important part of their lives during treatment.

With your help, we can create spaces that promote calm, comfort, and healing — places that remind patients and families they’re cared for, especially at Christmas.

Sarah, a former ROH patient, shared her experience:

“I have received amazing treatment, care and follow-up from the oncology team. This has enabled me to continue my role as a director of a small Bristol-based business, and campaigns like this are the ideal opportunity to give back and spread some festive joy, knowing that the funds will benefit other patients going forward.”

Ruth Hughes, Fundraising Manager at ROC, adds:

“This appeal is about so much more than improving hospital rooms — it’s about giving patients and their families a sense of comfort, dignity, and hope at a time when they need it most.”

✨ Every act of kindness helps.

Whether you’d like to make a donation, sponsor a light, or fundraise in your own way — your support will help create brighter, more healing spaces for patients spending Christmas in hospital.

Date: 30th September 2025

ROC is delighted to announce that Judd Medical has signed on as the very first sponsor of this year’s Festive Glow Up campaign, in support of the ROC Cancer Appeal.

The campaign invites supporters to “light up” the hospital by sponsoring a light, with all funds dedicated to renovating cancer care rooms. These refreshed spaces will provide patients and their families with greater comfort and support throughout treatment.

Judd Medical—a UK-based supplier and distributor of surgical instruments, electrosurgical diathermy products, and operating theatre equipment—has a long-standing relationship with The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. As a trusted supplier of specialist surgical equipment, the company wanted to give back in a way that directly benefits patients.

Ruth Hughes, Fundraising Manager at ROC, said:
“We are incredibly grateful to Judd Medical for leading the way as the very first sponsor of our Hospital Glow Up campaign. Their support will help us bring much-needed improvements to our cancer care rooms, creating a brighter and more supportive environment for those undergoing treatment. Judd Medical’s generosity sets a wonderful example for others to follow.”

Judd Medical’s support not only reflects their close ties with the hospital but also showcases the powerful role local businesses can play in enhancing healthcare initiatives.

Peter Judd, Managing Director, added:
“We are proud to be the first sponsor of ROC’s Hospital Glow Up campaign this Christmas. For many years, we have supplied specialist surgical products to The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital and greatly value the relationship we have built. By backing the Hospital Glow Up campaign, we hope to help bring care and comfort to patients and their families at a time when it’s needed most. The work of the ROC Cancer Appeal is vital and we are delighted to play a small part in helping to create brighter, more comfortable spaces for those undergoing treatment.”

If you would like to sponsor a light or donate to this incredible cause, please contact roc@nhs.net—we’d love to hear from you.

• Date: 26th November 2025

• Time: 10am – 2pm

• Location: Royal Orthopaedic Hospital Outpatient Department, B312AP

Festive Shopping & Market Stalls

This year’s market will be packed with brilliant stalls and local traders offering everything from tasty treats to unique gifts. Our booked vendors include:

• Avon – Website TBC
• Maidens Fayre – Facebook linked here
• Chicken & Spud – Website TBC
• Sweets, Fudge & On Trend gifts – Facebook linked here
• The Sheppards Flock – Instagram link here
• Spice Fever –  Website linked here
• Brownie Boss – Instagram link here
• Archie’s Mummy Made It  – Instagram link here
• Brocklebys Pies  – Website linked here
• Cards & Craftology – Website TBC
• More cocoa – Facebook linked here

and more to be confirmed

Perfect for picking up Christmas presents, stocking fillers, or simply treating yourself!

Raffle Prizes Galore

Our legendary ROCmas raffle is back—bigger and better than ever! Tickets will be available on the day, and prizes include (but are not limited to):

• Maidens Fayre – A presentation 3 pack of preserves
• Chicken & Spud – Christmas wreath
• Sweets, Fudge & On Trend Gifts – Christmas fudge gift box
• Spice Fever – A selection of samosas and dips
• Blakemore Foundation – SPAR £30 voucher
• The Brownie Boss – Box of 4 brownies
• Brocklebys Pies – A pie
• Rossitors Butchers – Voucher for a Christmas turkey
• Bistrot Pierre – £50 gift voucher (Stratford-upon-Avon)
• Milan Illustrator – 2026 calendar
• The Mac Birmingham – 2 tickets for The Owl Who Came for Christmas
• Attic Brewery Co – Box of beers
• Birmingham Brewery Company – Brewery tour & beer tasting for 2 (worth £30)
• ROH Internal – Bottle of prosecco
• ROH Internal – Champneys Sleep Kit

Why Come Along?

Not only will you enjoy a festive day of shopping, food, and fun, but every purchase and raffle ticket will support the ROC Cancer Appeal—helping us continue to make a difference for patients and families at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.

So save the date, spread the word, and join us for a day of festive cheer at the ROCmas Market 2025.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Date: 1st September 2025

An incredible group of supporters took on the challenge of climbing Snowdon at sunrise in aid of patients at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.

Climbing a mountain is no small task, but the team showed true determination, teamwork, and spirit every step of the way. Battling 50mph winds, they came within just 70 metres of the summit before conditions made it too dangerous to continue. This remarkable effort stands as a testament to their courage and commitment. 💪

Together, the group raised over £3,400 (including Gift Aid) — a fantastic total that will help provide those special “added extras” that go beyond NHS funding, ensuring every patient has the best possible experience. 🎉

A huge thank you goes out to:

Mark, Shaun, Richard, Kieran, Rebecca, Michele, Kirsty, Jack, Nathan, and Elaine. 👏💙

Whether part of the ROC team, ROH staff, Nightingale FC, or public supporters, each individual played a vital role. Their time, energy, and passion have made a real difference, and ROC is incredibly proud of what they achieved together.

From all at ROC: thank you for going the extra mile (and the extra mountain!) for patients at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.

Inspired by their challenge? Express your interest in next year’s climb by emailing ROC@nhs.net.