Cancer Support Days
Our Cancer Support Days – held at our centre near Bristol – are open to anyone affected by cancer and are an opportunity to come together with others in a similar situation for an inspiring and uplifting day. All backed by clinical evidence and delivered by a team of cancer specialists.
Each Cancer Support Day has a range of engaging and enjoyable activities designed to support your health and wellbeing. A delicious lunch and snacks are included, and there will be plenty of time to enjoy our gardens.
2026 Dates:
- Wednesday 18 November – Fatigue
- Wednesday 2 December – Managing your Menopause
2027 Dates (bookings open three months before each event):
- Wednesday 27 January – Mind matters
- Wednesday 17 March – Managing your menopause
- Wednesday 19 May – Fatigue
- Wednesday 2 June – Joy of food
- Wednesday 18 August – Mind matters
- Wednesday 29 September – Managing your menopause
- Wednesday 27 October – Fatigue
- Wednesday 8 December – Joy of food
Childcare bursaries available
The Penny Brohn UK Nicola Corry Support Fund gives financial assistance for parents to attend services and support at Penny Brohn UK. Specifically, the fund supports one or both parents of a child under the age of 16 years old, where one or both have themselves had a diagnosis of cancer within the last 3 years. We can offer childcare and travel bursaries. If you would like to access this support, please email clientsupport@pennybrohn.org.uk.
Book onto a Cancer Support Day
You must be registered with our online booking system before you book a Cancer Support Day.
"From booking through to the end of the day I have been treated with care and kindness which I have appreciated more than ever on this occasion"
Costs and contribution
As a charity, we want to ensure that anyone who needs our support can use our services, whatever their situation. That’s why all our services are free of charge for any adult with cancer in the UK. However, it costs us an average £144 per person to offer these special Cancer Support Days, so when you book your place, we will ask for a donation which could support our vital services including Cancer Support Days.
The suggested donation is £45 per person (excluding accommodation). We understand that times are tough right now, and if you can’t afford this, please don’t worry, any contribution is appreciated, and if you can’t donate anything, we completely understand. Any contribution you can make will help us continue to offer this valuable support. Please note, we are unable to refund donations, but are happy to transfer your place to another Cancer Support Day, if there is space.
Fatigue Cancer Support Day
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Fatigue is a common part of living with cancer and can be caused by many things – the cancer itself, treatment, changes to sleep and the emotional impact of cancer.
Our Fatigue Cancer Support Day offers practical ideas and simple tools to help you understand and manage fatigue, while supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Together, we’ll explore nutrition, gentle movement, stress management, rest and sleep, with realistic ways to protect and restore your energy. The day is designed to help you feel more in control, make the most of your energy and live as well as possible with and beyond cancer.
We know that travelling and being away from home can be challenging when you’re fatigued. Bed and breakfast is provided the night before, with plenty of opportunities to rest throughout the day. A dedicated quiet room with comfortable reclining chairs is also available for anyone who needs a little extra downtime.
We’re also developing an online version of this support for 2027, making it easier to access help and support from the comfort of home.
Managing your Menopause Cancer Support Day
Wednesday 2 December 2026
- Starting the Conversation – Come together to kick off the day with a friendly introduction to Menopause and Cancer. We’ll explore common symptoms, share experiences and work together through interactive activities and conversations to understand practical ways to manage and tackle them, creating a supportive space to learn from each other.
- Movement is Medicine – Join Sarah Marsh, Pelvic Health & Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist, for a practical session on building and maintaining strength through and beyond menopause. Learn simple ways movement can support your muscles, bones, pelvic health and overall wellbeing.
- Balanced Meals for Menopause – Join Kim, Penny Brohn UK’s Nutrition Lead, for a practical cooking demonstration exploring how to create balanced, nourishing meals during and beyond menopause. Discover simple ways to give your body the nutrients it needs and support both body and mind.
- Q&A with Dr Kristyn Manley – Bring your questions about cancer and menopause to Dr Kristyn Manley, Consultant Gynaecologist and Lead for the Menopause Service. An opportunity to hear expert guidance and get answers that are relevant to you.
Mind Matters Cancer Support Day
Wednesday 3 June 2026
The Mind Matters Cancer Support Day is designed to give you helpful tools and strategies to improve your mental and emotional health.
During the event, you can join expert-led sessions that focus on:
- Good Mood Food: Learn about the link between what we eat and how we feel. This session will explain how certain foods can help improve your mood and support better mental and emotional health.
- Movement as Medicine: This session will show you how physical activity can help build mental strength and confidence.
- Cancer Language: In this session, you’ll learn about the power of words when talking about cancer. Explore how the language we use affects our emotions and relationships.
- Nervous System Reset: Learn how understanding your nervous system can help you handle stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. This session will teach simple, practical tools to help you manage these feelings in daily life.
The day starts with a welcome cuppa at 9.45am and finishes at 4.15pm, but you are welcome to enjoy the house and gardens after. A delicious lunch and snacks are included.
This Cancer Support Day particularly focuses on our Mind and Emotions pillar of work.
FAQs
Penny Brohn UK Cancer Support Days are for anyone who has had a cancer diagnosis in the last five years, and/or their supporter.
Please note, that while the day will still be informative and beneficial if you are a supporter, they are designed for those with a cancer diagnosis in mind.
Some activities are in the Penny Brohn UK gardens so please bring weather appropriate clothes.
We offer a snack in the morning and lunch but please bring further food and drinks if you think you might need it. Further information about facilities at our center along with recommended items to bring with you will be sent to you before joining the Cancer Support Day.
Please bring with you anything you may need to be comfortable for the day including medication.
Our staff will be trained in first aid, but they will not be able to provide any form of medical treatment, dispense medications or help with personal care. They will be able to assist you to get urgent medical support if needed.
Please aim to arrive by 9.30am at the Penny Brohn UK centre, this will give you time to have a cup of tea and settle with the rest of the group before we begin.
Please let us know any extra needs or requirements you may have so we can ensure you are as comfortable as possible.
We ask you to join for the whole day of programmed activities to avoid disruption to the group. If you do need to leave early, please let a member of staff know, ideally in advance or on the day.
When completing your Personal Information form you will be asked about any additional needs you may have, including for example any hearing, vision, mobility needs; or other support requirements that would help make your experience more comfortable. Where possible we will seek to accommodate any additional needs required. If you would like to talk to someone more specifically about your needs, please contact our client support team.
Absolutely! If you haven’t already, we recommend joining one of our ‘Welcome to Penny Brohn UK’ online sessions on Tuesdays at 10am to help you understand more about our services and support. Click here to find out more and book your place.
You are very welcome to join each wellbeing day theme if you would like, but we ask you not to join the same theme more than once.
We want anyone living with cancer to be able to access our services, whatever their circumstances and we understand that you may not be able to make a donation right now.
When you complete the form you will see an option to make a donation for the suggested amount, another amount that is comfortable for you, or you can choose not to donate at this time.
We know things come up and you may have to change your plans, if that happens just let us know and we will do our best to offer you a place on another Cancer Support Day and transfer your donation.
Unfortunately, it is unlikely that we can refund your donation, like all charities, we must follow charity law and can only refund donations in exceptional circumstances, as per The Charities Act 2011. If you believe your donation should be refunded, please let us know and we will be able to advise you.
We know that you may have to think about other costs to attend a Cancer Support Day, like travel or childcare, and we may be able to help with some of these costs. Our client support team (clientsupport@pennybrohn.org.uk) can give you more information on what is available and how to request it.