Take a look inside
Set in peaceful grounds just 20 minutes’ walk from Oxford city centre.
Our hospice is a bright, happy and welcoming place where you can feel completely supported.
We’re here to give you some much-needed practical and emotional support to help give you a break from caring responsibilities. Mums, dads, brother, sisters and grandparents will be warmly welcomed by our team.
Watch our video to take a look inside the hospice
Here are some of the families’ favourite spaces:
Play area
Our colourful play area gives children space to have fun and be creative, with lots of toys, crafts, music and games for all ages.
Therapeutic pool
Families love our large therapeutic pool, where they can have fun with their child in the warm, refreshing water.
The Garden
A welcoming space that can be enjoyed by anyone who visits us. Whether it’s a time for playing or a time for quiet reflection.
Douglas Den
A fun and welcoming space where teenagers can enjoy all their favourite things. During weekends, this space is also used for teens workshops.
Family living spaces
Families are welcome to stay with us, either in the room with their child or more usually in one of our comfortable family bedrooms.
Games room
Our games room and computer suite has loads of games for the children and siblings to play with.
Hospice school
Our teaching assistant helps the children and their siblings keep up with their school work during their stays with us.
Sensory room
A comforting space that stimulates the senses complete with a water bed, a bubble fountain and lots of soothing sounds and pictures.
Garden room
Renovated in 2022, the Garden Room is a multi-functional space for parents to come and relax away from the hospice.
Dining area
Whether it’s fun baking sessions with the children, or a delicious homecooked family meal, this is a social space for everyone.