Events
Positive Living Programme – Belfast
It will be held in Belfast on 21st and 22rd of February 2026. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well as their […]
50 Miles in May Challenge 2026
Do 50 Miles. Your Way. Your Pace. Your Challenge. Take on 50 Miles in May and make every mile count for Action Cancer. Whether you walk, run, or cycle, this is your chance to boost your health while supporting people across Northern Ireland affected by cancer. How It Works Commit to completing 50 miles across […]
Mother’s Day Walk – Lurgan Park
Walk with her…Walk to remember her. The Action Cancer Mother’s Day Walk is a fundraising event coordinated by the Lurgan Action Cancer Community Group. The walk, sponsored once again by Lurgan based Country Kitchen, will take place within the beautiful surrounds of Lurgan Park on Saturday 14th March and is a both an uplifting and […]
Bach Flower Remedies – helping stabilise emotions
This session will talk about the 38 different Bach Flower Remedies – providing information on how to safely use them yourself to manage your emotions. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Action Cancer Golf Day 2026
Action Cancer is hosting its annual Golf Day on Friday 24th April at Royal Belfast Golf Club. Royal Belfast GC is a stunning venue and actually the oldest golf club in Ireland! Measuring 6,309 yards, Royal Belfast offers a rewarding challenge for golfers of all skill levels, set against one of the most picturesque backdrops […]
Relaxation space – Demonstrating head massage
This session provides the space for you to relax and take time out for yourself. It will cover the importance of relaxation, and guide you through a lovely head massage and simple relaxation techniques. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive […]
Self-Care Strategies to Improve Wellbeing
This session will provide information on a range of strategies to help reduce fear, anxiety, improve sleep and aid relaxation. Date: Thursday 30 April 2026, 2-3.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast (numbers limited to 25 participants)
Talking to Children about a Cancer diagnosis
This talk is about including children in conversations about an adult's cancer and ways to approach these. Conversations about cancer are complex and challenging and even more so when children are involved. We want to offer you some insights together with some support and guidance around coping with the challenges of including children when families […]
Strategies for Managing Surgical Scars
This session will help you understand scars, symptoms, healing process and strategies for self-management of your scar. It is aimed at anyone who has had surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it […]
BRCA Conference of 2026: Escape to THRIVE
BRCA Conference: Escape to THRIVE 14 May 2026 (10am – 4pm), Ivanhoe hotel, Carryduff A conference to bring together survivors, previvors, caregivers, families, friends and medical professionals for meaningful connection blending interactive sessions to empower Higher Risk families. How we can ESCAPE to THRIVE and become empowered? Empowerment does not come from having all the […]
Acupressure techniques
Acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points on the body known as acupressure points. The points are similar to acupuncture points however without the use of needles. This session will teach you a number of these acupressure points for self-use in managing symptoms such as insomnia, fatigue, nausea and night sweats To register please complete […]
Strategies to Aid Sleep
This session will cover the importance of sleep, sleep rhythms, and a range of strategies to help with sleep. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Breast Foot Forward Walk
The Breast Foot Forward Walk sponsored by SuperValu is back on Friday 5th June 2026! Early Bird Extended!! To celebrate the Bank Holiday weekend we are giving you one more week to get signed up for the Early Bird Offer of £10 per adult & £5 per child - Sign Up Now, Save a Life, […]
Supporting a loved one with a cancer diagnosis
This talk is about how you can best support a loved one diagnosed with cancer - how to look after their needs as well as your own. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Talking to Children about a Cancer diagnosis
This talk is about including children in conversations about an adult's cancer and ways to approach these. Conversations about cancer are complex and challenging and even more so when children are involved. We want to offer you some insights together with some support and guidance around coping with the challenges of including children when families […]
7 Peaks Challenge 2026
Conquer the highest peaks in the Mournes on Saturday 12th September 2026 with Team Action Cancer. Trekking amidst the majestic Mourne mountains, you’ll climb to the very summit of its 7 pointiest peaks in just one day. Over the course of 15 laughter-filled hours, you and Team Action Cancer will work together to take on the best that the […]
Strategies for Managing Surgical Scars
This session will help you understand scars, symptoms, healing process and strategies for self-management of your scar. It is aimed at anyone who has had surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it […]
Bereavement: Understanding and coping with grief
This group talk will focus on: how grief can affect you emotionally, physically, socially and provide a range of strategies to help you cope with your grief and move forward with life. Friday 25th September 2026, 10-12.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast (numbers limited to 25 participants)
Marbella Walking Festival
Action Cancer are set to join the largest 4Days Walking event in Spain from the 30th September – 5th October 2026. The 10, 20, and 30 km routes start in Marbella and lead through the city, nature, and along the beach. On the last day, you walk the Via Gladiolo (gladiolus is the Roman symbol […]
Positive Living Programme – L/Derry
It will be held in L/Derry on the 10th and 11th October 2026. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well as their […]
Bach Flower Remedies – helping stabilise emotions
This session will talk about the 38 different Bach Flower Remedies – providing information on how to safely use them yourself to manage your emotions. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Acupressure techniques
Acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points on the body known as acupressure points. The points are similar to acupuncture points however without the use of needles. This session will teach you a number of these acupressure points for self-use in managing symptoms such as insomnia, fatigue, nausea and night sweats To register please complete […]
Relaxation space – Demonstrating head massage
This session provides the space for you to relax and take time out for yourself. It will cover the importance of relaxation, and guide you through a lovely head massage and simple relaxation techniques. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive […]
Strategies to Aid Sleep
This session will cover the importance of sleep, sleep rhythms, and a range of strategies to help with sleep. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Supporting a loved one with a cancer diagnosis
This talk is about how you can best support a loved one diagnosed with cancer - how to look after their needs as well as your own. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Positive Living Programme – Belfast
It will be held in Belfast on 28th and 29th November 2026. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well as their friends, […]
Strategies for Managing Surgical Scars
This session will help you understand scars, symptoms, healing process and strategies for self-management of your scar. It is aimed at anyone who has had surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it […]
Talking to Children about a Cancer diagnosis
This talk is about including children in conversations about an adult's cancer and ways to approach these. Conversations about cancer are complex and challenging and even more so when children are involved. We want to offer you some insights together with some support and guidance around coping with the challenges of including children when families […]
Bereavement: Understanding and coping with grief
This group talk will focus on: how grief can affect you emotionally, physically, socially and provide a range of strategies to help you cope with your grief and move forward with life. Wednesday 22 January 2027, 10-12.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast (numbers limited to 25 participants)
Positive Living Programme – Portadown
It will be held in Portadown on 23rd and 24th of January 2027. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well as their […]
Acupressure techniques
Acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points on the body known as acupressure points. The points are similar to acupuncture points however without the use of needles. This session will teach you a number of these acupressure points for self-use in managing symptoms such as insomnia, fatigue, nausea and night sweats To register please complete […]
Self-Care Strategies to Improve Wellbeing
This session will provide information on a range of strategies to help reduce fear, anxiety, improve sleep and aid relaxation. Date: Thursday, 4 February 2027, 2-3.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast (numbers limited to 25 participants)
Positive Living Programme – Portrush
It will be held in Portrush – venue tbc on 6th and 7th February 2027. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well […]
Relaxation space – Calming your thoughts through mindfulness practice
This session will talk about mindfulness, what it is and how you can use it in your everyday life to reduce stress and calm your thoughts. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Bach Flower Remedies – helping stabilise emotions
This session will talk about the 38 different Bach Flower Remedies – providing information on how to safely use them yourself to manage your emotions. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Supporting a loved one with a cancer diagnosis
This talk is about how you can best support a loved one diagnosed with cancer - how to look after their needs as well as your own. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).
Positive Living Programme – Belfast
It will be held in Belfast on the 27th and 28th February 2027. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well as their […]
Strategies for Managing Surgical Scars
This session will help you understand scars, symptoms, healing process and strategies for self-management of your scar. It is aimed at anyone who has had surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it […]
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027
Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027! Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon with Action Cancer on Sunday 4th April 2027. We only have a limited number of spaces available for this event so don’t miss out! The event is not your average half marathon, it is the only marathon to go through both the […]
London Marathon 2027
Run the London Marathon 2027 for Action Cancer! Action Cancer have a limited number of spaces available for this event so don’t miss out! You can pre-register now and skip the stress of the ballot! London Marathon is one of the six World Marathon Majors, it has an iconic route passing through famous London districts […]