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News and Events

Read all the news from East Cheshire NHS Trust and find out about the events we run and how you can get involved.

Welcome to our News and Events page.

Here you can read all the news from East Cheshire NHS Trust and find out about the events we run and how you can get involved.

Congleton Mum takes on 70-mile challenge to give back to hospital that saved her twin boys

A local mother is stepping up to walk 70 miles this month to raise vital funds for the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Macclesfield Hospital, after the unit provided life-saving care to her premature twin boys.

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Care professionals and nurses kick off for local NHS charity at Macclesfield Football Club

Wilmslow-based Carefound Home Care is set to bring the community together for its third annual charity football match this July, with all proceeds this year dedicated to supporting East Cheshire NHS Charity.

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Local eight-year-old running 90km to support Macclesfield Hospital’s Children’s Ward

Eight-year-old Joseph is proving you’re never too young to make a difference by running 90km over three months to raise vital funds for the Children’s Ward at Macclesfield Hospital.

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Run the TCS London Marathon 2027 for East Cheshire NHS Charity!

East Cheshire NHS Charity is offering exclusive places for the TCS London Marathon 2027, giving you the chance to tackle the world’s most iconic 26.2-mile course while making a big impact on local healthcare services.

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Local eight-year-old running 90km to support Macclesfield Hospital’s Children’s Ward

Eight-year-old Joseph is proving you’re never too young to make a difference by running 90km over three months to raise vital funds for the Children’s Ward at Macclesfield Hospital.

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Muslim colleagues host Ramadan Iftar to share the spirit of the holy month and raise funds for maternity services at Macclesfield Hospital

Colleagues at East Cheshire NHS Trust, observing the holy month of Ramadan, hosted an Iftar event on Friday 20th February at Macclesfield District General Hospital, offering attendees an opportunity to experience Ramadan and help raise funds for local charitable causes.

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Macclesfield smashes Pancake Race for East Cheshire NHS Charity

A record-breaking wave of community spirit swept through the streets of Macclesfield as the town’s beloved Pancake Race returned to smash all previous records.

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Former hospital manager Tony Mayer to represent local NHS charity in the capital’s historic London Marathon

This April, one of the world’s most iconic sporting stages will feature a runner whose life and career were built in the heart of Macclesfield.

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Macclesfield’s famous pancake race returns to support local NHS heroes

The cobblestones of Mill Street are set to sizzle once again as the town prepares for the return of its most eccentric tradition.

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Boot Out Breast Cancer announces major fundraising boost for Macclesfield Hospital’s Breast Screening Unit

The Breast Screening Unit at Macclesfield District General Hospital is set to receive a significant boost following the news that it will be one of the beneficiaries of the 2026 Boot Out Breast Cancer Ball.

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New patient transport chairs donated by East Cheshire NHS Charity set to enhance hospital experience

East Cheshire NHS Trust is celebrating the arrival of a fleet of new patient transport chairs, funded by East Cheshire NHS Charity.

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Local fundraiser wins prestigious community champion award for incredible charity efforts

Gena Moors, a former patient at Macclesfield Hospital, has been honoured with the Community Champion Award at The Cheshire Club – The Crème de la Crème Cheshire Business Awards 2025 for her incredible dedication to fundraising.

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