Welcoming Families to the Lodge
We’re so pleased to share that the lodge continues to welcome families, with guests now staying and enjoying everything the retreat has to offer. It’s been wonderful to see the space being used exactly as it was intended, as a place of calm, comfort, and togetherness. A Visit to Remember For many families, arriving at […]
Bionical Fundraiser: Charity of the Year!
We are incredibly proud to share that Bionical Emas has chosen Hannah’s Hope as their Charity of the Year for 2026. This partnership marks a powerful step forward in supporting teenagers and young adults facing one of life’s most devastating challenges—a cancer diagnosis. At the heart of Hannah’s Hope is a simple but vital mission: […]
Bionical Emas Announced Hannah’s Hope as their Charity of the Year Partner for 2026
We are incredibly proud to share that Bionical Emas has chosen Hannah’s Hope as their Charity of the Year for 2026. Partnerships like this make a real difference to the families we support, and we are deeply grateful for the opportunity to work together over the coming year. Our mission is to support teenagers and […]
Supporting Young Lives Through Nature and Respite
A cancer diagnosis during the teenage or young adult years brings challenges that no young person or family should have to face alone. At a stage of life that should be filled with growth, independence, and opportunity, many young people instead find themselves navigating treatment, uncertainty, and emotional strain. The Hannah’s Hope Teenage Cancer Respite […]
Making the Most of your Stay – Local Activities, Day Trips & Recommendations
If you’re staying with us at the Hannah’s Hope Respite Lodge, you’re in a great spot to take a relaxing respite break. This corner of South Derbyshire offers a mix of water side walks, good pubs, wildlife and easy day trips that keep everyone happy without spending hours in the car. Here’s our guide to […]
Welcoming Our First Guests
Over the Christmas period, Hannah’s Hope reached a very special milestone. We welcomed our very first guests to the Lodge for a two-night stay. It’s hard to put into words how emotional and exciting this moment was for everyone involved. Our first family were absolutely lovely and, like so many of the families we hope […]
Launch Day at Hannah’s Hope Lodge: A Celebration of Love, Community, and Dreams Come True
October 12th will forever be one of the most special days in the story of Hannah’s Hope. The official launch of our respite lodge at Mercia Marina. After months of fundraising, planning, building, hoping, and dreaming, we finally opened the doors… and what a day it was. A Day Filled With the People Who Made […]
Derby charity Hannah’s Hope opens luxury lodge ‘Respite Retreat’ for teen cancer families at Mercia Marina
Derby charity Hannah’s Hope opens luxury lodge ‘Respite Retreat’ for teen cancer families at Mercia Marina The first ‘Respite Retreat’ to support teenage Cancer patients and their families living with cancer will officially open on Sunday 12 October 2025. The luxury 3-bedroom Pinelog timber lodge at Mercia Marina is the result of 18 months of fundraising […]
A Little Bit of Magic at the Lodge
Here’s a beautiful little story we just have to share… Back when we had our shop at Mercia Marina, a very lovely lady named Jane Parker popped in for a browse. As often happens in a setting like that, a casual chat soon turned into something much more meaningful. It turned out Jane is one […]
Breaking New Ground: The Lodge Begins!
Breaking New Ground: The Lodge Begins! After months of dreaming, planning and tireless fundraising… we’ve finally broken new ground, both literally and emotionally on our Teenage Cancer Respite Lodge at Mercia Marina.What started as a vision, a tranquil space where young people affected by cancer can rest, recover and reconnect with loved ones, is now becoming a reality. […]