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
Latest News
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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Events
27 March 2026
Lights to Remember
Remember someone special by placing a light in memory of treasured family and friends we have lost...
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25 April 2025
CancerCare marks 20 years of supporting local children and young people
In 2025, CancerCare marked 20 years of providing specialist support to children and young people affected by cancer and bereavement across…
14 April 2025
Skydivers raise £5,700 for CancerCare
Eight brave skydivers raised £5,700 for CancerCare at the beginning of April
16 April 2025
Every Step Counts
Every Step Counts is a fun walking challenge with a heartfelt message. By taking on this challenge and fundraising, you take CancerCare one…
10 April 2025
What a night! CancerCare joins 20th annual Love Barrow Community Awards
CancerCare was honoured to be invited to the 20th anniversary of the Love Barrow Community Awards, where we were presented with the…
08 April 2025
Sheila, 85, makes every step count for CancerCare!
Sheila Mason may be 85 years old, but she’s starting out on CancerCare’s ultimate walking challenge to prove that age has no bounds...
02 August 2025
Chapel Island 2025
Join CancerCare for a walk to the beautiful Chapel Island which nestles in the Leven Estuary in the stunning sands of Morecambe Bay.
01 April 2025
CancerCare collaborates with Morecambe-based charity and historic venue
We are delighted to announce are brand-new partnership with The Friends of the Platform Morecambe.
20 May 2025
Evening with Guide to the Sands – Michael Wilson
Join us for an evening with the royally-appointed Guide to the Sands Michael Wilson as he reveals the unique history of the Bay crossings...
18 March 2025
Lancaster’s Mayor to fundraise for CancerCare!
The Mayor of Lancaster, Abi Mills, is undertaking a fundraising challenge to raise money for CancerCare after we supported during her…
17 March 2025
Impact Report 2023-2024 download
Introducing you to CancerCare’s Impact Report, a condensed version of our most-recent annual report which highlights our key achievements…
13 March 2025
Sadie’s story
Personal trainer and fitness enthusiast Sadie McKeand was shocked to receive a stage-two breast cancer diagnosis in May 2024...
21 February 2025
Lynne’s story
CancerCare client Lynne Newlove was diagnosed with stage-two breast cancer towards the end of 2023. Lynne received nutritional support from…