Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity

Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity We're here for childhood cancer in Wales.

We’re here for families affected by childhood cancer in Wales, providing bespoke emotional, practical and financial support. LATCH is a charity that supports children receiving treatment for cancer at the Children's Hospital for Wales and their families. LATCH provides financial, practical and emotional support and on-site accommodation to families as well as funding specialised equipment, clinical projects and fun activities for the children.

Latch's Gower Coastal Hike is a fantastic opportunity to see the gorgeous setting that is the Gower National Landscape, ...
27/08/2026

Latch's Gower Coastal Hike is a fantastic opportunity to see the gorgeous setting that is the Gower National Landscape, and serves as the final hike of the Gower Walking Festival

The week long festival celebrates the unique landscapes and heritage of the area, and aims to educate, encourage, and sometimes challenge all who take part.

To learn more about the festival or Latch's Coastal Hike, visit: https://gowerwalkingfestival.uk/

26/08/2026

🌈🔔Congratulations Billie!🔔🌈

In September of 2025, just a few months before her first birthday, Billie was diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocystosis (HLH).

HLH is a rare blood disorder which causes the immune system to become overactive and start to attack healthy cells in the body. While HLH is not a cancer, it's treatment is very similar to that of a cancer, and as such falls under the care of the paediatric oncology team.

Shortly after her initial diagnosis, Billie was transferred to Great North Children's Hospital in Newcastle, where she and her family stayed for the better part of 4 months, before being transferred back to Cardiff to finish her treatment.

With her treatment finished, Billie's family is excited for her to start swimming lessons, trips out and about, and playgroups with children her own age 💜

25/08/2026

🌈🔔Congratulations Dylan!🔔🌈

At the beginning of the year Dylan began to suffer from headaches and tiredness which his family initially put down to him being an active teenager. However, in February, Dylan became unwell and was taken to see the family GP, where he was quickly referred to their local hospital for a CT scan, and at 10.30pm on 17th February was diagnosed with Cancerous Germinoma Brain Tumour, before being rushed to the Children's Hospital for Wales for emergency surgery to relieve the build up in pressure behind his eyes from the tumour.

Germinoma Brain Tumours are caused by germ cells, a type of stem cell present when an embryo begins developing, growing in an abnormal way and failing to migrate to the correct area of the body.

The surgery was successful, however upon waking up, Dylan was unable to see, a side effect of the surgery which only added to his anxiety. Luckily it was only temporary, and a few weeks later he began his chemotherapy, before needing to be transferred to London for Proton Beam Therapy, a type of hyper targeted radiotherapy, for 5 weeks. 'Dylan did not moan through any of it, and if anything, was our strength' said Dylan's mother.

Now, with his treatment finished, Dylan is looking forward to life getting back to normal, and finally going away on the holiday the family had planned before he was diagnosed 💜

£28,345!A massive thankyou to our long time supporters Phil Harper and Phil Parker, who recently hosted their 10th golf ...
21/08/2026

£28,345!

A massive thankyou to our long time supporters Phil Harper and Phil Parker, who recently hosted their 10th golf day in aid of Latch, raising an incredible £28,345!

The two golfers have been avid supporters of Latch for years, with Phil Parker being one of the first fundraisers for the charity back in 1982. This edition of their incredibly popular event saw more than 120 golfers take to the fairways at the famous Glamorganshire Golf Club.

This is the most successful golf day the pair have hosted, adding to their total of more than £250,000 they have raised for Latch over the years, helping support thousands of families across Wales for more than 40 years. From everyone in the Latch community, thankyou Phil and Phil for all of your incredible work 💜

Thankyou to all those who attended our siblings surfing event today at Porthcawl Surf SchoolWe're so glad to be able to ...
21/08/2026

Thankyou to all those who attended our siblings surfing event today at Porthcawl Surf School

We're so glad to be able to offer these events to families to ensure that every member of a family affected by childhood cancer is supported, and provide a supportive place for siblings to connect with others who are in a similar situation to them

We are delighted to share that Latch has been awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Child of Wales Awards 2026, after th...
21/08/2026

We are delighted to share that Latch has been awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Child of Wales Awards 2026, after the charity was a shortlisted nominee for this year’s Awards.

To be shortlisted in the Outstanding Charity category, from so many inspiring nominations is a fantastic recognition of Latch’s work in supporting children with cancer and their families in Wales. This accolade reflects the compassion, dedication and commitment shown by so many people involved with Latch every day – thank you so much!

The Child of Wales Awards are a celebration of courage, achievement and inspiration.
Now in its fifth year, the Awards form part of a national platform that celebrates and recognises the achievements of remarkable young people across Wales. This year’s Child of Wales Awards will take place at Swansea Arena on 2 October 2026.

Thankyou to everyone who was able to attend our trampoline and pizza event at Hangar 5 Trampoline Park & Soft Play Wales...
20/08/2026

Thankyou to everyone who was able to attend our trampoline and pizza event at Hangar 5 Trampoline Park & Soft Play Wales yesterday for the siblings of children on currently undergoing treatment.

Events like these are a great opportunity for children to meet other kids who are going through similar circumstances and facing similar challenges in a fun and relaxed environment, while also getting the chance to to play and bounce around,

We wanted to say thankyou to Morgan’s Army for their generous donation of toiletries for the Latch Home from Home accomm...
18/08/2026

We wanted to say thankyou to Morgan’s Army for their generous donation of toiletries for the Latch Home from Home accommodation.

These essentials are so important, especially when families first receive a diagnosis and are admitted, which can often not allow for time to go home and pack. During an incredibly stressful time like that, the last thing on your mind is shower gel or toothpaste, and having those items provided means families can focus on being together.

Thankyou for your support and helping us to be here for families affected by childhood cancer 💜

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Latch Office, Children’s Hospital For Wales
Cardiff
CF14 4XW

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