Blog | Above and Beyond

Trustee returns to work at hospitals during pandemic

Jane Palmer volunteered to return to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more

"The wellbeing scheme is an opportunity to really make a difference."

Above & Beyond has funded a new wellbeing scheme at UHBW. Read more

"My fundraising is an opportunity to say thanks to BHI staff."

Paul is taking his fundraising auction online to raise money for Bristol Heart Institute. Read more

Bristol to Paris Cycle Challenge: Ride Ideas

Get ideas for your cycling training rides. Read more

Fundraising Hub Volunteer Rosie tells us about her experiences

Known as the 'Hub Queen' Rosie has been volunteering for five years. Read more

"I am happy to work there for another three years if they’ll have me!"

Gurmit has been volunteering for Above & Beyond for three years. Read more

“I am always stunned by the incredible loyalty and dedication of the volunteers”

Above & Beyond Volunteer Co-ordinator Lindsey talks all things volunteering for the hospital's charity. Read more

New t-shirts raising money for Bristol's hospitals

Buy a t-shirt in the exclusive design and raise money for Bristol's hospitals. Read more

'The best thing about my job is the caring'

For International Day of the Midwife, we caught up with Midwife Assistant and Above & Beyond volunteer Jean. Read more

Six-year-old braves the shave

Edwin shaved his hair to raise money for the Bristol City Centre Hospitals Appeal. Read more

'How to' guide: Organise a virtual quiz

Hosting a virtual quiz is a great way to raise money and keep you connected to friends and family. Read more

'How to' guide: Organise a pub quiz

The next in our series of 'how to' guides is all about organising a pub quiz. Read more

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The Big Bristol Abseil - FAQs

Frequently asked questions about the postponement of The Big Bristol Abseil.

Six-year-old fundraiser knits rainbows

Isabelle raised money by finger knitting the rainbows.

Write Your Will Fortnight

Write or update your Will in exchange for a donation to Bristol city centre hospitals this September.

My Prudential RideLondon

Create your own cycling challenge and raise money for Bristol's hospitals.

Hospital shuttle bus en route for three more years

Free shuttle bus goes Above & Beyond for patients.

Supporting your hospitals

Above & Beyond is the official charity for all hospitals within University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.

Volunteer

Support our work and help patients by volunteering with us.

Write Your Will Fortnight

Local solicitors are kindly donating their time to make or update your Will in exchange for a donation to your hospitals.

Mission, vision and values

Our mission is to make a real difference to patients, their families and the staff who treat them in Bristol city centre hospitals.

Where your money goes

Your donations benefit patients, their families and the staff who care for them in Bristol city centre hospitals.

Paul Kearney

Chief Executive Officer

Our history

Above & Beyond began in 1974 and since then has supported millions of patients, their families and staff at hospitals within UH Bristol NHS.

Lisa Gardner

Director of Finance and Operations

Apply for a grant

Above & Beyond fund grants for our hospitals that make a real difference to patient care. This page contains information for NHS staff about how to apply for a grant.