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Luke Radwell Outside Scotland

They helped me when I had nowhere else to turn.

After years of mental health struggles, I reached a breaking point and was admitted to CNWL. Their care changed my life. Now, I’m sharing my story — to thank those who helped me and to give back through a challenge that celebrates my recovery.

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12 News Posts
Antonette In St Charles Mental Health Ward Gym
Impact
Published: 12 May 2026

Supporting recovery through movement on inpatient mental health wards

CNWL’s Lead Sports Therapist at St Charles Hospital explains how charity-funded ward gym spaces are supporting recovery, confidence and wellbeing in inpatient mental health care.

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Jamel Post Paris Marathon
Fundraising
Supporter Stories
Published: 23 April 2026

Jamel’s Paris Marathon journey

After months of training and determination, Jamel completed the Paris Marathon pushing his mental and physical limits while raising vital funds to support patients and staff through CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Wow Bus Mk Open University Portrait
Impact
Published: 22 April 2026

WOW Bus (Wellbeing on Wheels): supporting NHS staff wellbeing one stop at a time

The WOW Bus (Wellbeing on Wheels) brought moments of calm and wellbeing directly to NHS staff across CNWL services, creating space to pause, recharge and feel supported during the working day.

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Nikki And Calista Cnwl Abseil
Fundraising
Published: 1 April 2026

Brave fundraisers descend 200ft in CNWL Charity's first ever abseil challenge

Supporters of CNWL NHS Health Charity showed incredible courage and community spirit by taking part in our first ever abseil challenge on 19 March.

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Collingham Summer Activities Collage
Impact
Published: 2 March 2026

Boosting children and young people’s wellbeing during the school holidays

Thanks to supporter funding, seven young people at CNWL's Collingham CAMHS experienced activities designed to support their mental and physical wellbeing.

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Mark Friend
Fundraising
Published: 2 March 2026

Mark Friend takes on 200ft abseil challenge for CNWL NHS Health Charity

Mark Friend, Chair of CNWL, is preparing to take on a 200ft abseil challenge in support of CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Patients With Staff At The Table
Impact
Published: 8 January 2026

Bringing comfort and joy to NHS patients this Christmas

Thanks to your incredible generosity through our Give a Gift Appeal, hundreds of patients across CNWL’s inpatient and rehabilitation services received a thoughtful wellbeing box on Christmas Day.

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Edina
Volunteering
Published: 5 December 2025

Celebrating Edina: A volunteer making a difference

Meet Edina, a dedicated volunteer for CNWL NHS Health Charity making a real impact. Read to learn more about her volunteering journey.

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Oscar walking across hot coals
Fundraising
Supporter Stories
Published: 3 December 2025

A challenge rooted in hope: Oscar’s firewalk story

Read about Oscar's motivation for taking part, his personal connection to the cause and why it was important for him to support the charity.

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Firewalk Team After Completing The Challenge
Fundraising
Published: 3 December 2025

CNWL Charity's firewalk raises over £12,000 for NHS patients and staff

CNWL NHS Health Charity hosted its first ever firewalk challenge on 13 November 2025 where 24 brave firewalkers took on the challenge to walk across hot coals.

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Ash Tree Clinic Mural Whole Corridor
Impact
Published: 14 October 2025

A vibrant new mural transforms Harrow CAMHS

Thanks to your support, we've funded this vibrant new mural at CNWL’s Harrow Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).

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Ayo Sitting Down Inside Wearing Cnwl Nhs Health Charity T Shirt
Fundraising
Supporter Stories
Published: 10 October 2025

If I can walk on fire, you can too - Ayo's story

Ayo is taking on CNWL’s Firewalk to honour his journey of resilience and raise awareness for mental health. For him, walking through fire isn’t just a challenge, but a symbol of courage, healing, and hope.

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