The Butterfly Lodge was officially opened today by the Deputy Mayor of Boston, Patsie Marson, marking a major milestone for the Butterfly Hospice Trust and the families it supports.
The new overnight facility, located on Rowan Way, has been built by ST Portess & Son to plans by GR Merchant and has been designed with sustainability in mind. The lodge is fully electric, with electric heating and no gas supply, meaning there is no need for boilers or gas servicing as part of its ongoing operation.
The project has been delivered at a significant cost, funded by The Butterfly Hospice Trust, Lincolnshire Freemasons, Worth Waynflete and Boston League of Hospital Friends. Other local businesses including Cammacks, Dunelm and Boston Electrical, all supported with the internal fittings, to make users experiences feel homely.
The Butterfly Lodge is available free of charge to families of guests under the hospice’s care, providing a welcoming and supportive space where relatives can rest, eat and sleep while remaining close to their loved ones during some of the most difficult times of their lives.
The facility features three private en-suite bedrooms, including one room specially adapted for accessibility, as well as a communal area designed to meet families’ needs. Guests benefit from 24/7 access to the hospice, on-site parking, and a thoughtfully designed, comfortable environment focused on dignity, privacy and care.
Heidi Freeman, CEO of the Butterfly Hospice Trust, said the opening of the lodge represents the culmination of years of hard work and community support. “This is a hugely proud moment for everyone involved. The Butterfly Lodge is now open and ready to make a real difference to families who need to stay close to their loved ones. Knowing they have a comfortable, safe place to rest nearby brings enormous reassurance at what is often a very emotional time. We are incredibly grateful to all the organisations, donors and supporters who helped make this possible.”
Operations Manager Lee Pierce added: “To see the Butterfly Lodge now open is incredibly rewarding. This facility gives families the chance to stay close, take a break, and recharge without leaving the site, which is so important during difficult circumstances. It’s a project everyone involved can be extremely proud of, and one that will benefit families for many years to come.”
The lodge was constructed by ST Portess & Son, a local family-owned building firm that has been operating in Lincolnshire since 1913. Working with a local company supports the Trust’s Green Agenda and commitment to sustainability, while keeping investment within the community.
The opening of the Butterfly Lodge marks a significant step forward in the hospice’s mission to provide holistic, compassionate support, not only to guests, but also to the families.
