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Philip aims high for Cobalt by climbing Cho Oyu, the 6th highest mountain in the world
Cho Oyu at 8201 meters, straddles the border of Nepal and Tibet. It is from her northwest-ridge in Tibet that the attempt will be made. Cobalt supporter, Philip Pinchin is planning to climb without supplemental oxygen. Cho Oyu is translated from … Read more
A volunteering role that truly counts
We met for a chat with Colin Ralph who volunteers for our fundraising team. Colin works alongside Linda who is our Database Gift Administrator in the Fundraising Team. The pair oversee the management of the collection tins for Cobalt. There are … Read more
Vote for us while you do your weekly shop
Your weekly shop could mean Cobalt are in with a shout of becoming a charity partner for two well-known supermarkets. We have been shortlisted for Sainsbury’s Charity of the Year. Please vote for us by selecting Cheltenham – Cirencester … Read more
Private estate gardens open in aid of Cobalt
The stunning estate of Stowell Park in the heart of the Cotswolds will open its gates for a fundraising event on Sunday 1 July in aid of local medical charity Cobalt. Visitors can take in the spectacular views and delightful terraced gardens. … Read more
Historic Mill Dene Garden opens to raise vital funds for local charity
Lovers of the outdoors are invited to visit the historic Mill Dene Garden on Sunday 3 June 2018. Admission will be £6 and the gardens are open from 2pm to 5pm. With lovely views of the Cotswolds and a church backdrop, the gardens are stunning … Read more
Local company digs deep to makeover garden for dementia patients
Cobalt and local technology company IRESS are continuing to deliver transformational benefits for dementia sufferers through their year-long partnership, announced in March this year. As its latest project, IRESS has chosen to use Dementia … Read more
Natty knits keep anxious hands busy
Cobalt charity worker Karen, along with her mum and friend, is keeping dementia patients in supply of some amazing knits. The knitted tubes, affectionately known as Twiddlemuffs keep the hands of dementia patients busy at the Fritchie Centre run … Read more
Would you know how to spot the signs of dementia?
Dementia is a condition that one in fourteen of us will develop over the age of 65. Its symptoms are not a natural part of the ageing process. Young onset dementia can affect people of working age who have jobs, commitments and plans for their … Read more
Spring is in the air as Cobalt holds plant sale
Spring will be in the air on Saturday 12 May when Cobalt invites green fingered supporters to buy great value quality plants at their annual sale held at our headquarters in Cheltenham. The plant sale is kindly supported by the excellent … Read more
Clive Richards OBE new Patron of Cobalt
We are proud to announce our first ever charity patron, Clive Richards OBE KSG DL. Clive is the founder of The Clive and Sylvia Richards Charity and has been a long term supporter of Cobalt, along with many other charities. Clive brings a wealth … Read more