A Sheffield hospice will be holding an abseiling event to raise money so it’s able to keep helping families who need their care.

St Luke’s Hospice, situated on Little Common Lane, is planning to hold the fundraiser on Saturday, May 11.

The abseil will take place at Sheffield Hallam University’s Owen Building where participants will take turns descending down the side of the building in St Luke’s Hospice apparel.

To take part in this event, a registration fee of £25 is required with an additional £250 at least to be fundraised for palliative care costs.

John Highfield, media relations manager at St Luke’s Hospice, said: ” We have to raise a hell of a lot of money because government subsidies only pay for a quarter of our overall funding.

“The Bottom of the line is that most people who live in Sheffield will eventually need to get help and without aid from the public we will not be able to give free care to the families that need it”.

The ways people can raise money include; shopping in one of their 16 charity shops across Sheffield, taking part in their events and lotteries, creating a tribute fund and making donations independently or through a will.

People can also help out by becoming a volunteer or applying to become a young ambassador by attending events and spreading awareness in your workplace and to your friends and family

St Luke’s Hospice cares for patients that are 18 and above with a wide varieties of religions, backgrounds and illnesses.

Last year the Hospice made 6,286 visits across Sheffield whilst working with around 6000 people and caring for 1,800 patients.

The hospice offers bereavement support, day services, home care and provide an inpatient unit.

They also give 24-7 palliative care to over 300 patients, with a work force of around 250 staff members and 700 volunteers.

St Luke’s was founded in 1971 by Professor Eric Wilkes who wanted to create palliative care outside of London.

It was the first Hospice in the North and the Yorkshire area.

The Hospital has been visited by a large number of royalty including; the Duchess of Kent, Duchess of Devonshire, Duke of Gloucester and Princess Diana.