“This Christmas, the ROC community came together to make the season brighter for patients who couldn’t be home – and for that, the charity is truly grateful.” 

A Season of Giving and Community Spirit

This past Christmas, the Royal Orthopaedic Charity (ROC) community came together in an incredible way to bring joy and comfort to The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (ROH) patients, their families, NHS staff and the wider community. ROC are so grateful for the generosity, time, and spirit shown by everyone who supported the 2024 Christmas Appeal.

Thanks to this incredible generosity, over £3,200 was raised to support patients who were unable to return home over the Christmas period – ensuring that even in hospital, they felt the warmth, care, and joy of the season.

• InFront Digital – Donated £250 towards patient gifts in the Children and Young People’s Outpatient Department, bringing smiles to many young faces.

• Christmas Market guests and vendors – Helped raise over £800 while creating a vibrant, festive atmosphere and a wonderful sense of community.

• Children’s choirs – Filled the Outpatients Department with Christmas cheer, making the wait for appointments a little brighter for patients and families.

• Visitors to the ROC stand at the Bournville Light Switch-On – Gave a warm welcome during the charity’s first year at the event. Rocy, the much-loved mascot, was a hit with the crowd, and the raffle and tombola fundraising games were met with fantastic enthusiasm.

Making a Difference Together

Every penny raised and every moment shared has helped ROC continue its mission to care for patients not only through medical treatment, but through kindness, joy, and community spirit.

The ROC team – and Rocy too – extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who played a part in making Christmas 2024 a season to remember.