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We’re Parkinson’s UK in Northern Ireland, the charity that’s here to support every Parkinson’s journey. Every step of the way.

16/10/2026

Get active at our Belfast physio-led exercise classes for people with Parkinson’s.

🕛 When: Every Monday from 12pm to 1pm
📍 Where: St John’s Church Hall, 397 Castlereagh Road, Belfast BT5 6AB
💷 Cost: £5 per session

Run by Lauren Green, a qualified physiotherapist, and supported by our Belfast Support Group.

Lauren will take you through exercises to improve your balance, coordination, and flexibility.
The classes are suitable for all abilities.
For more information, contact Lauren at [email protected].

14/10/2026

🎉 NEW EVENT 🎉

We're hosting a day in Derry~Londonderry focused on research.

This is for people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones, researchers, and health and care professionals.

Come and join us at this free event, featuring a range of talks about Parkinson's research happening in Northern Ireland - and beyond.

Speakers include:

🔹 Professor David Dexter, Director of Research at Parkinson's UK
🔹 Dr Matthew Rodger, Queen's University Belfast
🔹 Dr Mihalis Doumas, Queen's University Belfast
🔹 Dr Claire McEvoy, Queen's University Belfast

Tickets are limited so please register early to avoid disappointment.
Please note: all attendees must register individually.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact Emma McKeown from Parkinson’s UK at [email protected]

13/10/2026

We are delighted to be the charity partner for the next Mecca Performance event on Saturday 17 October at the Eikon Centre in Lisburn.

Pete Slevin and his team have been great supporters of our work before and this is another event in which he not only supports our work, but allows us to showcase our work.

We will have a staff and a stall there on the day, come along and see us if you would like further information or to support our work in Northern Ireland.

Wishing all the best to Pete and Mecca for a great event.

12/10/2026

Do you live in the Derry/Londonderry area and have a connection to Parkinson’s?

We offer support, information, and friendship through our monthly support group and social cafe.

🔷 Early Onset social cafe: Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 7.30pm to 8.30pm at the upstairs lounge of the City Hotel, Queen’s Quay, BT48 7AS. The next meeting is Thursday 15 October. Come along, get a drink, and chat with people who understand your experience.

🔷 Foyle Support Group: Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7.30pm to 9pm at St Columb’s Park House, Limavady Road, BT47 6JY. The next meeting is Wednesday 21 October. You're welcome to bring a friend, hear from a guest speaker, and catch up over refreshments.

For more information on either group, email Morag at [email protected].

11/10/2026

Help us improve social care for people with Parkinson’s.

We’re running focus groups to understand what social care is really like for people living with Parkinson's, and their family, friends and carers.

We want to hear from you if you have experience with:

🔹 personal care
🔹 household help
🔹 home adaptations
🔹 day centres
🔹 carer breaks
🔹 care homes

Whether your experience has been positive or challenging - or even if you don't use services yet -your story will help us demand better support.

Please let us know if you can make it by signing up here: https://prksn.uk/4yDcwK8

If you have any questions email [email protected]

10/10/2026

Exercise classes in Claudy continue for the next three Wednesdays on 14, 21 & 28 October.

These are great mixed ability classes provided by the team at RAPID and include a mix of neurophysio-led exercise, aerobics, boxing, fitness and stretching..

Classes are free and everyone is welcome to attend.
You can still come along to the last remaining classes even if you've missed the first three.

To book your place please contact Philip via email: [email protected] or phone: 07821 646556

09/10/2026

A new Bat 'n' Chat session for people with Parkinson's will start next week in Craigavon.

The first table tennis meet-up will be held on Monday 12 October at the South Lake Leisure Centre, at 11am. These sessions will run for ten weeks and are free to attend.

A professional, friendly coach will be on hand to help everyone taking part - and all abilities and ages are very welcome.

To express an interest in joining contact Jane Smyth at Table Tennis Ulster by email: [email protected]

07/10/2026

We're here for everyone affected by Parkinson's. If you, or someone you love, needs help and support call our free, confidential helpline on 0808 800 0303 💙

Find out more: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/donate/ways-to-give/wills

06/10/2026

Padel is growing in popularity, and some people with Parkinson's are finding it a helpful form of exercise.

We're running free taster session on Saturday 17 October alongside Let's Go Padel in
Derry/Londonderry.

Padel is similar to tennis in that it uses the same scoring system, but it is played in a court that is half the size. There are walls which the balls can bounce off, so you can easily achieve longer rallies, and it requires less physical strength.

If you fancy giving it a go, contact Emma for more information and to book your place.

Email: [email protected] / Phone: 07955270052

05/10/2026

Our Newry Support Group is looking forward to getting together again for their next meeting on Monday 12 October from 2pm - 4pm.

This month they will be finding out about techniques to support good mental health along with some relaxing activities, as well as the usual information, refreshments and time to chat.

The Newry group is very friendly and welcoming and it promises to be a very enjoyable afternoon.

If you are affected by Parkinson’s, and live in the Newry and Mourne area, be sure to go along.
They meet in St John’s Bosco Club Rooms, behind the Newry Leisure Centre, Cecil St, Newry, BT35 6EH.

For more information contact Morag at [email protected] or phone 07825 450219.

Address

3 Wellington Park
Belfast
BT96DJ

Telephone

028 9092 3370

Website

http://www.parkinsons.org.uk/

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