News and Events
Welcome to CancerCare’s news and events. Find out about all our great events and read latest news and stories here. If you would like more information on any of the news articles featured please contact us
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25 September 2025
Christmas 2025 at CancerCare
From coffee mornings to festive fun runs, find out how you can get involved with CancerCare during autumn, winter and Christmas 2025...
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22 August 2024
Take on a Challenge for Charity
Are you looking to take on your next running, cycling or swimming challenge for a local charity? CancerCare would be honoured if you chose to run, bike or swim for us!
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18 December 2023
CancerCare’s Sarah Drake guest lectures at the University of Cumbria
CancerCare’s Engagement Officer Sarah Drake gave another guest lecture to students at the University of Cumbria this December.
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18 December 2023
BAE Give As You Earn Scheme raises £2,000 for CancerCare
The BAE Systems Submarines Give As You Earn scheme presented £2,000 to CancerCare.
Head of Fundraising and Marketing Claire Mason and…
Head of Fundraising and Marketing Claire Mason and…
14 December 2023
Carus Green Gold Club raise £848 for CancerCare
We were delighted to receive £848 from Carus Green Golf Club after they held their Fozzie Trophy Charity Day.
Claire Mason, Head of…
Claire Mason, Head of…
08 December 2023
Maria's Story
“Coming to CancerCare makes me feel a lot less scared, gives me courage to go on and an acceptance of what is to come."
07 December 2023
24 ways to do more in 2024!
Looking for a way you can support CancerCare that doesn’t involve money? Well, here are 24 ways you can do more in 2024!
06 December 2023
Online Mindfulness January 2024
A 6-week online course designed to manager stress and anxiety around a cancer diagnosis.
10 December 2023
Barrow Santa's Grotto Experience
Treat the kids to a trip to see Santa at Barrow AFC!
27 November 2023
Popular local singer launches biography
Proceeds to be donated to local cancer charities
21 November 2023
D2D Everyday in January!
Fancy taking on a New Year challenge? Why not ensure that it is the chilliest, but kindest one you have ever made!?
20 November 2023
How Talking Therapy Enhances Quality of Life for Those Coping With Cancer
Guest blog by writer Hannah Walters
08 November 2023
A marathon in memory!
After a bereavement, many people find it a comfort to do something positive and meaningful in their loved one’s memory, whilst raising…