Supporting our community with a small gesture that has a big impact…

At Island Escapes, supporting our community is incredibly important to us, and sometimes, opportunities to help appear where we least expect them.

Recently, one of our wonderful housekeepers, Claire, spent time in the Noble’s Hospital Children’s Ward with her daughter. During her stay, she noticed that the ward was running extremely low on travel mugs for parents. Open cups can’t be used on the ward, and these travel mugs are essential for preventing spills, protecting patients from burns, and offering a drop of comfort.

Tina, our Housekeeping Manager, shared, “As a parent of four, I’ve personally spent more time than I ever hoped to in hospital wards. Hearing this from Claire struck a chord, and I knew we could help.”

When we reached out to the ward matron, we learned that despite having 17 beds, they were down to just four usable travel mugs. For families already navigating stressful situations, having something as simple as a safe, warm drink can make an incredible difference. It was a small need, but one with a big impact. So, as a team, we stepped in.

Island Escapes recently delivered 36 brand‑new travel mugs to the Noble’s Hospital Children’s Ward, along with a selection of biscuits to brighten the day of the hardworking ward staff. Their gratitude was truly heartwarming, and it meant a great deal to us to offer something that would make difficult days just a little more comfortable for families staying by their children’s bedsides.

Sarah, senior sister for paediatrics, commented, “The travel mugs donated by Island Escapes mean that parents can have a comforting hot drink right at their child’s bedside, while keeping everyone safe. A small kindness that makes a big difference during a really difficult time. Thank you Island Escapes!”

And the best news of all, Claire’s daughter has made a full recovery, which brought an extra layer of joy and relief to everyone involved. It’s moments like these that remind us how important community is and how even small acts can make a real difference.