Fundraising events
Looking for an exciting event to add to your 2025 calendar? Look no further! From challenges, to crafting workshops, we have an event for you.
Every ticket purchased, step taken and pound raised helps us to enhance patient care, fund vital projects and make a real difference to those in our community.
Spring Fair
Date: 17 April 2025
Time: 10am to 3pm
Location: Main entrance, Rotherham Hospital
Details: Spring will be in the air at Rotherham Hospital as we host our Spring Fair! If you are attending the hospital, either as a patient or a visitor, it will be a day with a difference! You can try your luck on our chocolate tombola and raffle. We’ll have professional traders selling gifts, chocolate, food and crafts.
All the funds we raise will help to fund the extra special resources and equipment the NHS cannot afford for our patients and their families.
If you can support the event by donating a raffle or tombola prize or would like to host a stall, get in touch with the charity team on 01709 426821 or trft.rhcc@nhs.net
Skydive
Dates: Saturday 26 April 2025 and Sunday 14 September 2025
Location: Skydive Hibaldstow, North Lincolnshire
Details: We're looking for daredevils to take fundraising to new heights by joining our official skydiving team.
Your skydive will cost you £229. You can reserve your place with a £75 non-refundable deposit.
The sky is the limit - you can raise as much as possible, but we'd like you to raise a minimum of £200.
Deposits can be paid by bank transfer, cheque or paid in person. Read our 'Make a donation' page for details.
Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge
Date: Saturday 10 May 2025
Location: Horton-in-Ribblesdale
Registration fee: £35 (non refundable)
Fundraising target: £200 minimum sponsorship
Details: The Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge offers a thrilling 24 mile trek through the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales! Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a first-time adventurer, every step will take you through stunning landscapes. It is a truly unforgettable challenge.
We work with the experts at Elite Adventures to guide this incredible challenge. This includes their team of certified mountain leaders and a support vehicle which acts as a check point to assist those who are no longer able to continue with the challenge. Snacks and drinks are also provided at the support vehicle.
How to sign up: Book and pay for your place on the Elite Adventures website. Please note: Select 'Option 3 - Mixed fundraising: £35 reg fee paid online & at least £200 charity sponsorship.' Select 'Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity' from the dropdown on the charity section.
Once you have signed up via Elite Adventures, we will be in touch with everything you need as well as some fabulous fundraising tips!
Business Breakfast Networking Event
Date: Friday 16 May 2025
Location: AESSEAL New York Stadium, New York Way, Rotherham, S60 1FJ
Details: This free-to-attend event is the latest in our increasingly popular Business Breakfast series, designed to bring together local professionals for networking, insights and inspiration. Enjoy a delicious breakfast sandwich and hot drink while hearing from engaging speakers who are making a significant impact in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired.
Event registration is coming soon, watch this space.
Business Cup 2025
Date: Friday 16 May 2025
Location: AESSEAL New York Stadium, New York Way, Rotherham, S60 1FJ
Details: Play like a pro at the AESSEAL New York Stadium! Rotherham United Community Trust and Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity invite you to the Business Cup 2025 – an exciting football tournament where local businesses or groups go head-to-head for glory!
- 20 teams of 8. Group stages and thrilling final
- Build team spirit and network with local businesses
- Make a difference – support two amazing local charities
Don’t miss this chance to play on a professional pitch! For more information or to sign up email rachael.dawes1@nhs.net.
Dearne Valley 10K
Date: Sunday 18 May 2025
Location: Manvers Lake, Rotherham
Details: Join the ever popular Dearne Valley 10K for 2025! Whether you're an experienced runner or just getting started, this race is deigned to suit a variety of abilities. Running for Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity is a fantastic way to keep fit, while supporting an incredible cause in your community.
Sign up to this year's Dearne Valley 10k.
Once you've signed up to run for us, we will be here to support you every step of the way! Get in touch to let us know about your fundraising and we'd be thrilled to share our fundraising pack with you. Email trft.rhcc@nhs.net or phone 01709 426 821.
National Three Peaks
Dates: Friday 20 June to Sunday 22 June 2025
Registration fee: £95 upon booking, £195 paid 8 weeks before challenge (non refundable)
Fundraising target: £600 minimum sponsorship
Details: This iconic challenge is regarded as one of the UK’s toughest mountain events. Do you have what it takes? The National Three Peaks Challenge involves climbing the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours. Led by the experts at Elite Adventures, the team coordinate the entire challenge including travel and an overnight stay at Fort William. You are in safe hands with expert mountain leaders, helping you tackle this incredible challenge!
How to sign up: Book and pay for your place on the Elite Adventures website. Please note: Select 'Option 3 - Mixed fundraising: £95 reg fee paid online & at least £600 charity sponsorship.' Select 'Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity' from the dropdown on the charity section.
Once you have signed up via Elite Adventures, we will be in touch with everything you need as well as some fabulous fundraising tips!
Total Warrior
Date: Saturday 21 June 2025
Location: Bramham Park, Leeds
Details: Do you have what it takes to tackle 12km of ice, water and mud?
You can join Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity’s team as they take the ultimate muddy challenge while raising money at the same time.
The charity has secured a limited amount of discounted places for the event at Bramham Park in Leeds on 21 June 2025.
You can now take part for £35 instead of £77.95! We’d simply like Warriors to raise a minimum of £100.
For more information and to get your discounted place, contact us on 01709 426821 or email trft.rhcc@nhs.net.
Wear It Blue Day
Date: Any day of your choice in July
Location: Your school, workplace or community group
Details: Wear it blue to celebrate the NHS! During July, we're encouraging you to hold your very own Wear It Blue Day to support your local NHS charity. Could your school, workplace or community group choose a day in July to wear it blue to celebrate the NHS' birthday? We suggest a donation of £1 per person.
If you'd like to take part and have any questions at all, please do get in touch! Call us on 01709 426821 or email trft.rhcc@nhs.net.
The Big Charity Battle
Date: Sunday 6 July 2025
Location: Hooton Lodge Farm
Details: How often do you get to see the boss on a giant inflatable obstacle course? Or your colleagues tackling an inflatable bungee run? This is the perfect chance to do so and all for two amazing charities – Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity and Weston Park Cancer Charity. There will be amazing inflatable obstacles, water, foam and general fundraising mayhem at Hooton Lodge Farm. The Big Charity Battle is the best team building tournament! You can't beat it for mad moments and belly laughs.
We’re looking for 20 daring teams of 10 to take part. You can secure your team a place by paying a £100 deposit - that’s just £10 each. We’d like your team to raise a minimum of £1,000 (£100 each).
Tiny Toes Toddle
Date: Any day of your choice!
Details: Get your little ones involved in a Tiny Toes Toddle - a sponsored walk designed just for toddlers! Organising a toddle is a fantastic way to encourage movement, have fun and support your local NHS charity.
We're calling all nurseries, childminders and toddler groups to get out in the summer air and do something fun, while supporting your local community. Whether it’s a few laps around your nursery garden, a wander through a local park, or a mini march in your community space, every step makes a big impact.
How to get involved:
- Sign up – Register your Tiny Toes Toddle.
- Plan your route – Whether it’s indoors, outdoors or around a park, it’s up to you!
- Start fundraising – Ask family and friends to sponsor your little walkers. We will send you a fundraising pack and sponsor forms.
- Toddle away! – Have fun, make memories and celebrate your amazing efforts.
Great North Run
Date: Sunday 7 September 2025
Location: Newcastle to South Shields
Registration fee: £45
Fundraising target: £295
Details: Is 2025 the year you take on the iconic Great North Run? We have exclusive packages for this year's event and we'd love you to run for us, tick off this fantastic challenge while supporting your local NHS charity. Enjoy benefits including:
- Access to our exclusive NHS post-run marquee, complete with refreshments for you and your family
- Massage therapy to help you recover like a pro
- Training manuals and online support to get you race-ready
If you're interested in one of our Great North Run places for 2025, please get in touch today for more information. Email trft.rhcc@nhs.net or give us a call on 01709 426821.
Autumn Wreath Making Workshop
Date: Tuesday 23 September 2025
Location: Pausa Cafe, Dunelm, Rotherham S60 2XL
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Details: Due to the success of our popular Christmas Wreath Making Workshop, we will be hosting an Autumnal inspired event to celebrate the beginning of this beautiful season. Join us for a delightful session of crafting, where you'll design your own stunning Autumn wreath using natural materials, guided by the expert florists at Floral Expressions. Hot drinks and a sweet treat are provided. The cost of the event is £40 per person.
To register your interest for this event please email trft.rhcc@nhs.net or give us a call on 01709 426 821.
Golf day
Date: Friday 26 September 2025
Time: 11am arrival. Tee off from 1pm and play until 5.30pm
Location: Rotherham Golf Club
Details: We're looking for keen golfers to enter teams into our Golf Day at one of the region’s most prestigious courses and clubhouses.
This is an opportunity to raise money for two of Rotherham’s leading health charities – Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity and Rotherham Cancer Care.
Early bird booking price - £260 per four ball. Businesses, organisations, community groups or individuals can get involved.
The day includes breakfast as well as a two course meal after the golf. There will also be a raffle and an auction.
We have various sponsorship opportunities available too.
To book or enquire about sponsorship please call 01709 426821 or 07766 575733, or email rachael.dawes1@nhs.net.
Lake District 8 Peaks
Date: Saturday 27 September 2025
Location: Great Langdale, Ambleside
Registration fee: £40 (non refundable)
Fundraising target: £230 minimum sponsorship
Details: Could you take on one of the Lake District's toughest challenges in 2025? This epic hike covers 15 miles of stunning panoramic views. You’ll tackle some of England’s most challenging peaks, including the highest – Scafell Pike, all for a fantastic cause!
We work with the experts at Elite Adventures to guide this incredible challenge. This includes their team of certified mountain leaders to guide you on this unforgettable journey.
How to sign up: Book and pay for your place on the Elite Adventures website. Please note: Select 'Option 3 - Mixed fundraising: £40 reg fee paid online & at least £230 charity sponsorship.' Select 'Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity' from the dropdown on the charity section.
Once you have signed up via Elite Adventures, we will be in touch with everything you need as well as some fabulous fundraising tips!
Sheffield 10K
Date: Sunday 28 September 2025
Registration fee: £19.50
Fundraising target: £150
Location: Arundel Gate, Sheffield
Details: Are you ready to take on an unforgettable challenge? We’ve secured 10 exclusive charity places for the Sheffield 10K — and we want you to join our team! This iconic city race promises an electric atmosphere, stunning route and the unbeatable feeling of crossing the finish line knowing you’ve made a difference. By running for Rotherham Hospital and Community Charity, you’ll help us raise vital funds to enhance patient care and support our hospital’s most impactful projects — from transforming hospital spaces to funding life-changing equipment.
Get in touch to secure your place! Email trft.rhcc@nhs.net or phone 01709 426 821.
Rotherham Polar Plunge
Date: Saturday 22 November 2025
Time: From 10am
Location: Manvers Lake, Wath-Upon-Dearne, Rotherham
Details: Experience the exhilaration of a cold water dip. Imagine the thrill of stepping into icy waters, the rush of adrenaline and the camaraderie of fellow plungers - all while supporting a charitable cause. We are working with experts from The Breath Connection to bring you this chilly challenge.
You will learn the art of cold water dipping, breath work and the wellbeing benefits of cold water. There’s no swimming involved. The event is suitable for those with a disability – please just get in touch with us beforehand to discuss how we can support you.
We believe that bravery deserves recognition - hot drinks and certificates await our boldest plungers. So, gather your friends, form a team and let's see who can make the biggest splash.
It costs £25 to take part and we’d like participants to raise a minimum of £50.
Please encourage your friends, family and colleagues to take the plunge with you too! The minimum age is 18 and we need to review any long term health conditions you may have with Miranda and San at The Breath Connection beforehand.
Register for the Polar Plunge.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Location: Pausa Cafe, Dunelm, Rotherham, S60 2XL
Details: Join us in celebrating the festive season, coming together to spread joy and goodwill, with a dash of creativity. Our popular Christmas Wreath Making Workshop, hosted in collaboration with hospital-based florists Floral Expressions, is back for 2025 - you can embrace the spirit of Christmas and make a wreath to be proud of, all while supporting a fantastic charity. It's a great opportunity to come along with your family, friends or colleagues to make something unique to you, ready for the festive season. Coffee and mince pies are provided for that extra special festive feeling.
£40 per person.
To book your place, get in touch on 01709 426821 or trft.rhcc@nhs.net.
Book sales
Location: Main entrance, Rotherham Hospital
Our dedicated volunteers regularly hold book sales in the main entrance of Rotherham Hospital.
