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DonateFounded in 2009 by Compton Care’s then chaplain, Father Barry, and a group of volunteers, the Compton Care Choir has grown into a thriving independent community choir. Open to everyone, the choir combines a love of music with a commitment to supporting Compton Care.
With around 50 members, the choir performs throughout the year at concerts, community events, care homes and special Compton Care occasions, including Walk for Compton and Light up a Life. Since its formation, the choir has raised over £75,000 to help support patients and their families.
The choir is led by Musical Director Matthias Wurz, who trained with the Vienna Boys’ Choir and has over 10 years’ experience of directing choirs, alongside accompanist Stephen, a respected local music teacher and performer.
Rehearsals take place every Monday at 7pm at Christ Church, Tettenhall. There are no auditions, just a warm welcome for anyone who enjoys singing.
For more information about joining, booking the choir for an event, becoming a Friend of the Choir and details of concerts please contact the choir directly
The Lord Bilston Big Challenge
The Lord Bilston Big Challenge was established in 2014 and has been raising money for Compton Care on a biannual basis ever since. So, far The Lord Bilston Big Challenge raised in excess of £200,000 for Compton Care. Brendon Turner set up the Lord Bilston Big Challenge in support of Compton Care, which cared for his late father, Lord Bilston Dennis Turner after his cancer diagnosis in 2014. The former Labour MP for Wolverhampton South East died aged 71 in February 2014. Reflecting on his motivation for supporting Compton Care Brendon said:
“There aren’t enough words to express how grateful we are to Compton for the amazing care and support they showed, not only to my dad but to the whole family. No amount of money could ever fully repay the love and dedication shown by Compton’s nurses.”
Brendon consistently devises different gruelling challenges to push the boundaries of the team and to raise more for Compton Care. Brendon plays a pivotal role in overseeing training programs, nutrition plans, logistical support, and transportation to ensure participants succeed. He is true motivator throughout training and on the challenge itself.
The 2025 challenge raised over £50,000 and saw the team of 30 complete a 4 days challenge Hiking each of the 3 peaks, Ben Nevis, Scafell and Snowdon, 28 miles of hiking and 560miles of cycling from Ben Nevis to Wolverhampton!
Your support means we can be there for those who need it most
Are you able to join a Compton Care event, volunteer in one of our Compton Care shops or play our Lottery? Without your continued support, it wouldn’t be possible for us to provide our services, free of charge, to our patients and their loved ones.