The Star Inn, Penzance Defibrillator Campaign

The Star Inn and the community, in partnership with AEDdonate, is raising funds to install a public access defibrillator (PAD) in the community. This essential life-saving device will be available to community, staff, and visitors in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).

Why a Defibrillator outside The Star Inn Is So Important

Each year in the UK, over 30,000 people suffer a sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. Survival rates are low, with fewer than 1 in 10 people surviving.

In a sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. Without immediate CPR and defibrillation, survival chances decrease by around 10% per minute. Early CPR and access to a defibrillator can significantly improve survival chances.

However, public access defibrillators are used in only around 9% of cases, highlighting the urgent need to make these life-saving devices more accessible in our communities.

Having a defibrillator at The Star Inn pub could make a life-saving difference before emergency services arrive.

How a Defibrillator Will Help the Community

Once installed, the defibrillator will be registered with the local ambulance trust and available for 24/7 public use.

This doesn’t replace emergency services. Instead, it provides immediate, potentially life-saving intervention while the ambulance is enroute. The quicker the shock is delivered, the greater the chance of survival.

How You Can Support the Campaign

Your support can make a life-saving difference. Here’s how you can help:

💛Make a donation to this live saving campaign

🧁Host a local fundraising event

🏃Take on a virtual sponsored challenge

📢Help raise awareness among residents and friends

To support this campaign or learn how to get involved, contact us on 01785 472224 or email info@aeddonate.org.uk.

Become a Community Defibrillator Champion

Do you know another area that could benefit from a public access defibrillator?

Join AEDdonate as a Community Champion and we’ll guide you through the entire process. From campaign setup to fundraising support and installation, we’ll help you bring this vital equipment to your community. Funding availability varies by location and depends on support from our funding partners. Please call us to check what’s currently available in your area.