About us

Willow Burn is an oasis, right in the heart of the countryside; a small, hospice and community hub, which was founded over thirty years ago by two local women who recongised a need for improved end of life care for residents of Derwentside, County Durham.

At Willow Burn our aim is to relieve pain and suffering for individuals with terminal or life-limiting illness and their families and carers, through provision of free palliative care.  To achieve this we offer pain and symptom control, end of life care, crisis respite care, day services, complementary therapies and services to support families and carers.

At a time when peace and tranquility is needed the most, Willow Burn Hospice provides a safe and quiet haven.  The focus is on the individual and their needs through the provision of the highest quality, community-based care.  

Willow Burn Hospice is a much loved community hub where people meet, in our cafe and gardens for friendship and support, at a time when they need it the most.