Work to begin on grant-funded upgrades at St Peter's Hospice
St Peter’s Hospice is set to begin a refurbishment of the first-floor offices at its Brentry site in Bristol, thanks to a government grant supporting capital and infrastructure improvements in hospices across England.
The Hospice was awarded £750,000 last summer and will be using part of that grant to modernise the workspace for clinical teams, improve confidentiality, reduce noise and create a more effective environment for staff.
“We’re extremely grateful for the funding, which will allow us to improve the working environment for our clinical teams,” Susan Hamilton, St Peter’s Hospice CEO, said.
“While the refurbishment will make a real difference to the way we support patients and hold sensitive conversations, fundraising for our vital services remains essential to ensure we can continue delivering the care our patients need.”
The first-floor office area was last upgraded more than 20 years ago, during which time working practices have changed and the Hospice and its services have grown. With greater numbers of people now on site, the improvements will mean vital private space for confidential conversations, improved meeting and collaboration areas and includes sound-proofing to benefit users of the 24-hour advice line.
Mike Catley, Director at Koddis Construction, which is carrying out the work, said: “We’re proud to be working with St Peter’s Hospice on this refurbishment. Our focus is on creating a modern, practical office environment that supports staff, reduces noise and improves day-to-day operations, while delivering the project efficiently and sensitively.
“The works will be carefully planned and managed while the Hospice remains operational.”
Over the past year, St Peter’s Hospice has collaborated with specialist project management firm Provelio, architects and acoustic consultants to develop plans that balance team needs, patient experience, sustainability and budgets.
The design will improve lighting, heating and energy efficiency in line with the Hospice’s net zero and decarbonisation strategies. Input from those using the space has been central, gathered through surveys and focus groups to ensure the new layout meets daily operational requirements.
The refurbishment is part of a wider £75 million Government funding package announced in July 2025 to modernise hospice facilities across England. The funding supports upgrades to buildings, technology and patient-facing areas, but cannot be used for day to day running costs, which is where the Hospice continues to see the greatest need.
A further announcement came on 26 January 2026 when the hospice learned they would receive another capital funding grant which is to be used by March 2026. The executive team at the charity are now planning a second phase of improvements.
Susan continued: “We welcome this further investment and are grateful for the difference it’ll make here at our hospice, enabling us to repair leaks in our roof, replace outdated equipment and upgrade vital IT systems.
“But our biggest need continues to be funding for our daily work, the staff who provide patient and family care at the Hospice and out in the community, and the grants can’t be used for that. The pressures facing hospices continue to grow. Demand is rising year on year, as are the costs of delivering high-quality, compassionate end-of-life care. Capital funding is an important step, but it must sit alongside a long-term, sustainable approach to hospice funding.”
St Peter’s Hospice continues to rely on donations to fund its frontline services, ensuring patients receive the care and support they need. The charity delivers free adult hospice care to people with life-limiting illnesses, both in their own homes and at the Hospice in Brentry.
The project is expected to be completed by 31 March with all Hospice services running as usual.
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