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
Events
12 December - 13 December 2026
The Cosy Christmas Grotto
CancerCare’s Cosy Christmas Grotto will take place at Slynedales in Lancaster on 12th and 13th December.
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11 September 2026
Christmas 2026 at CancerCare
From coffee mornings to festive fun runs, find out how you can get involved with CancerCare during autumn, winter and Christmas 2026...
21 July - 25 July 2027
London to Paris Cycle Challenge
Are you looking to take on an epic cycling challenge next summer? Why not complete the London to Paris Cycling Challenge for CancerCare!
01 September 2026
12 Fundraising Ideas for 2026: September
Make 2026 the year you give something back; the year you do something totally amazing for your local cancer and bereavement charity.
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20 August 2026
Remembering Chris Ashby
We were saddened by the recent news that former CancerCare team member and loyal volunteer, Chris Ashby, has died, aged 79.
06 August 2026
Beacon (supporter database provider) data breach information
CancerCare takes the privacy and security of personal data extremely seriously. Unfortunately, we have recently been made aware of a data…
01 August 2026
12 Fundraising Ideas for 2026: August
Make 2026 the year you give something back; the year you do something totally amazing for your local cancer and bereavement charity.
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08 July 2026
"You've made history on the Bay!"
CancerCare’s Cross Bay Half-Marathon made a triumphant return after a 10-year hiatus, raising over £55,000 for the local charity.
01 July 2026
12 Fundraising Ideas for 2026: July
Make 2026 the year you give something back; the year you do something totally amazing for your local cancer and bereavement charity.
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08 June 2026
Karen’s Story
Karen Palin, 59, was diagnosed with cervical cancer in January 2024. The diagnosis came as a catastrophic shock for Karen as back in 2008…
01 June 2026
12 Fundraising Ideas for 2026: June
Make 2026 the year you give something back; the year you do something totally amazing for your local cancer and bereavement charity.
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20 September 2026
Women’s Wellbeing Evening
Introducing our Women’s Wellbeing Evening, a special event to celebrate, inspire and empower women in our local area.
19 May 2026
Join our FREE drop-in clinic on Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney
Whatever your queries, you can get FREE, informal advice at our Drop-in Will Clinic with Kristina Smith from Birchall Blackburn Law on…