25/08/2026
Twice a month I go to the Great North Children`s Hospital (RVI to the locals) and try to help improve the mood of the children and adults.
Sometimes it works!
Here are some of the comments received from parents:
Graeme Shaw made today’s hospital appointment so much easier and the humour really relaxed both of us in an environment which is normally stressful and anxious Keep up the amazing work! Parent of Ross 9
The visit was tremendously amazing! My son went from serious to smiling and laughing and feeling so impressed and excited from all the trick the magician did. We loved the performance, absolutely amazing. Mother of Tehuti 14.
Graeme Shaw the magician was magical. So funny. He brightened my 3-year-old grandson’s day. We laughed from start to finish. So funny – brilliant. Should be in children’s hospital every week. My daughter and son in-law are in isolation with James for 10 days not allowed out of the room. So was great distraction for them all. Glad I was visiting enjoyed the fun. Thanks so much. Grandmother of James 3
My son’s day was brightened after his surgery! A magician came and made him smile, laugh and giggle. This was a priceless experience that made us both feel a bit more relaxed. Keep up the good work! Make kids smile (and the parents too) xx Parent of Rudy 5
Great, surprise visit, during a stressful time for my son. Father of Beau 14
*It has made my son smile and feel happy and guessing how the tricks were done. He also had me smiling the biggest smile ever since being in here. Absolutely amazing and it has made our day so much brighter. Thank you ☺️ Mother of Blake 11
Seren enjoyed the magic, cheered her right up. She normally hates hospital. Keep up the good work. Father of Seren 6
Me and my daughter were amazed with Graeme, the anticipation of surgery ended up being at the back of hers (and my) mind even after he left, as we talked about how on earth he did the tricks. I'm certain that it will remain a core memory to us and I'm very grateful for the visit Grace can’t wait to tell her friends and family about her visit! Mother of Grace 10
Fabulous, me and daughter always hope Graeme is around at her appointments as he makes us both smile. Parent of girl
Cheered our little boy up, made him smile, helped with a long waiting time Great touch for kids who are having a tricky time, little things really do go a long way for sick kiddos x Mother of Albie 5
Graeme's interaction with my child was the only time he smiled or laughed whilst in hospital and it was so lovely to see! Mother of Nate 6
Thank you to Graeme Shaw for brightening my daughters (and mine!) day today. We were waiting for surgery, and she was a little worried and sad, but the whole time Graeme was talking to us, she had the biggest smile! Thank you! Mother of Grace 6
