Other ways you can help vital service

The hospice itself will be open tomorrow (Saturday) for a Christmas Fair. Food, gifts and stalls are on offer during 10am-3pm at Preston Hall, Aylesford. Visitors are asked for a £2 donation.

While there, why not pick up some Hospice Christmas cards? They are on sale now at Preston Hall, and at HOKH shops.

Enjoy some festive frolics in Maidstone’s Mote Park on Sunday, with a Christmas fun run for all the family. Whether you’re an elf, a Santa, or even a Rudolph, get together with family and friends, get dressed up, then get on the track at 10am.

Visit KIMS Hospital to taste the results of a Christmas Bake Of competition on Tuesday. Judges at the event include staff from the Newnham Court Way facility and the Aylesford hospice, with prizes presented by Jane Beedle, a finalist from this year’s Great British Bake Off. The cakes can be bought from the main reception.