We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the Rossendale Pride Awards 2026, held on Friday 3rd July at Burnley Football Club, successfully raised a grand total of £13,292.97 in profit for @Rossendale Hospice! 💖

This glittering evening brought together community heroes, local businesses, and inspiring individuals to celebrate the very best of Rossendale while generating vital funds for specialist palliative care.

Organisers extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who made the night an unforgettable success:

Civic Support

• The Mayor of Rossendale: Sincere thanks for officially opening the ceremony, attending the evening, and championing our local community heroes.

 Event Sponsors & Partners
• Main Sponsor: Huge thanks to @Fred Hamer Funeral Service for their incredible headline backing.
• Drinks Sponsor: Thank you to @NJH Wealth Management Ltd for sponsoring the evening's refreshments.
• Awards Sponsors: Gratitude to @Steven Barton Financial Services, @Ryder & Dutton Estate Agents, @Crown Oil Ltd, Wax 2 the Max, @Tufties Hair & Beauty, Tricketts Insurance Brokers, and David Gould Opticians.
• Venue Partner: Thank you to @Burnley Football Club for providing a spectacular venue and exceptional hospitality.

Hosts & Celebrity Ambassadors
• Event Hosts: The evening was expertly guided by Pete Sweetmore from @Rossendale Radio and Hospice Ambassador and celebrity Bob Daws.
• Celebrity Ambassadors: Special thanks to Ted Robbins and his wife Judy, alongside Amy and Emma Robbins, for their invaluable support.
• Entertainment & Supporters: Thank you to our live performers, prize donors, and event supporters who boosted our fundraising efforts.

 Special Thanks
• A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated Rossendale Pride Awards Committee Members, whose hard work and commitment made the event possible.
• Anna McMullen Photographer for beautifully capturing the evening.
• Vintage Winter Weddings for their wonderful, outstanding dressing of the venue.
• Mantle Media for helping promote the event.
• Be There Balloons for creating the fabulous balloon raffle.
• DJ Alan Gee from Rossendale Radio for playing top tunes.
• To all of our generous gift donors, whose contributions helped make the fundraising such a tremendous success.

Our Community Heroes
• Award Winners & Nominees: Thank you for your incredible achievements and dedication to our community.

A Message from Our Leadership
Mandy Tierney, CEO of Rossendale Hospice, said:
"We are absolutely thrilled with this spectacular total. This £13,292.97 will directly support patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses across Rossendale and the surrounding areas. As a charity, Rossendale Hospice receives only 25% of its funding from statutory sources, meaning we rely on donations, fundraising events, and the incredible generosity of our community to fund the remaining 75% needed to deliver our services. Support from events like the Rossendale Pride Awards is essential and helps ensure we can continue providing specialist care and support to those who need us most."

From Our Celebrity Ambassadors
Bob Daws and Ted Robbins added:
"It was an absolute honour to host, entertain, and celebrate the incredible people of Rossendale. The generosity in the room at Burnley Football Club was unmatched and raising over £13,000 shows just how deeply this community cares for its hospice."

Thank you, Rossendale, for standing with us and supporting local hospice care!