Ronald McDonald House Bristol

15/10/2026

At Ronald McDonald House UK, we know that cancer affects many families in our community, whether that's a child receiving treatment or a loved one supporting them through it. 💙

To mark World Cancer Day 2027, The Gilchrist Collection is gifting six weddings across the UK to couples affected by cancer.

This is an external opportunity that we're sharing for information only. If you're considering nominating a couple, please ensure you have their permission before submitting an application.

Find out more about the opportunity, check the eligibility criteria and submit a nomination here:
🔗 https://gilchristcollection.co.uk/world-cancer-day-2027/

Please share with anyone who may be interested. Nominations close on 31 October 2026! 📅

The Gilchrist Collection | World Cancer Day 2027 Their story deserves a beautiful chapter This February 4th, we’re giving one incredible couple the wedding day they deserve. If you know a couple who has been affected by cancer, whether they’ve fought it themselves, cared for someone through it, ...

15/10/2026

Together, we've helped make a real difference for families with children in hospital. 💙
Thank you to everyone who supported McHappy Day 2026. Whether you donated, took part in fundraising activities, or visited your local McDonald's restaurant, every contribution helped raise more than £3 million for Ronald McDonald House UK and Ronald McDonald House Ireland. We're so grateful for your support!

08/10/2026

Christmas may still feel a little way off, but we're already looking ahead to the festive season and would love your help! 🎄
As we start planning our festive content, we're looking for stories from families who have stayed in a Ronald McDonald House over the last few years. These stories help us show the real impact of keeping families close during some of the most challenging times in their lives.
We're particularly keen to hear from:

Families who stayed in a House over the Christmas period.
Families whose siblings were able to stay together.
Families who can share how the House helped remove a practical worry during a difficult time.
Families from all regions and backgrounds.

The stories shared may be featured across our website and social media channels, helping us highlight the importance of our Houses and the families we support.
If you have a story to share, or know a family who might be interested, please get in touch or email [email protected]

Thank you for helping us keep families at the heart of everything we do. ❤️

23/09/2026

McHappy Day is nearly here! 💛

On 26 September, your McDonald's order can help families stay close when they need each other most.

For every qualifying main meal purchased at your local McDonald's, £1 will be donated to Ronald McDonald House UK, helping provide families with a free place to stay while their child receives hospital treatment. 🏠

You can support families even further by rounding up your order at the till. And don't forget the limited-edition £5 Grimace Beanie, available in selected restaurants and on the McDonald's app, with all proceeds going to Ronald McDonald House UK. 💜

Every meal, every round-up and every beanie helps keep families together through some of the toughest times of their lives.

Will you be taking part in McHappy Day? Let us know in the comments below. 👇

09/09/2026

We're Hiring: Senior Community Fundraising Officer 📢

Are you passionate about bringing communities together, building meaningful relationships, and making a real difference for families with seriously ill children?

Ronald McDonald House UK is looking for a Senior Community Fundraising Officer to join our Engagement Team and help grow community fundraising across South Wales and Bristol.

In this exciting role, you'll lead community fundraising initiatives, develop strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, local groups and businesses, and help raise vital funds that enable us to keep families close to their child in hospital when they need it most.

If you're an experienced fundraiser with excellent relationship-building skills and a passion for supporter engagement, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today:

This is a regional based role that will cover the South Wales and Bristol area. Job Role:As a Senior Community Fundraising Officer for your region, you will manage supporter engagement and activity in your region whilst also supporting the wider team as an example of excellent fundraising and stewa...

26/08/2026

We're excited to share that the very first McHappy Day is happening in the UK and Ireland on 26 September!​

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On this special day, people across the UK will come together to support families with children in hospital. ❤️​

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£1 from selected main meals sold at McDonald's will be donated to Ronald McDonald House UK, helping families stay close to their child while they receive hospital treatment.​

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Thank you to everyone who will be helping make a difference through McHappy Day. ​

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🔗 Learn more about McHappy Day and how you can get involved here: www.ronaldmcdonaldhouse.org.uk/about-us/mchappy-day-2026

18/08/2026

A huge 'thank you' to our corporate partner, Aggreko, for supporting our Bristol House with the removal of old mattresses and the delivery of new ones throughout the House. 🛏️✨

It might sound like a simple task, but moving dozens of mattresses through a busy House that never closes takes significant time, effort and teamwork. Thanks to Aggreko's dedicated volunteers, the project was completed quickly and efficiently, saving our House team a major undertaking.

Their support has helped ensure families staying with us continue to have comfortable spaces to rest during some of the most challenging times in their lives.

Partnerships like this make a real difference. Whether through fundraising, volunteering, sharing expertise or lending a helping hand when it's needed most, our corporate partners help us provide a true home away from home for families with a child in hospital.

Thank you, Aggreko, for getting stuck in and making such a meaningful impact. ❤️

26/07/2026

30/06/2026

We need your help! ✨

As part of our recent brand update, we’re trying to track down any of our buckets and shakers that might be tucked away in your home, office, or school.

If you’ve got one hiding somewhere, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us a message or give us a call on 02380 930500, and we’ll arrange to collect it.

Thank you so much for your support.