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
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.
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Events
01 October - 31 October 2026
Dare2Dip Every Day October!
Commit to a cracking cold water challenge every day throughout October!
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02 August 2021
Woof Walkers raise £3,231!
A round of App-paws for everyone who took part in The Big WoofWalk! Sponsored by Lanes Vets.
30 July 2021
Jane Reedy completes Frog Whitton Challenge
On July 25, Jane Reedy's Big 5 Challenge completed the Frog Whitton, which saw her cycle 96 miles and swim a total of six miles in four…
14 July 2021
Rosie says "thank you" to CancerCare
Furness schoolgirl cuts hair off to raise money and awareness of cancer
29 June 2021
Demand for services increases
At the moment, we are witnessing a huge demand for CancerCare services.
29 June 2021
New Re-Fresh groups in Kendal and Barrow
Peer support group in South Lakeland and Furness
29 June 2021
New online cancer support
CancerCare has joined forces with Macmillan to launch a new online support group for people affected by cancer.
16 June 2021
Melanie's story
Alexander Technique helps alleviate stress and worry following breast cancer diagnosis
16 June 2021
James's story
"Life’s moving forward and I’m able to look back and see how essential that support was."
