Maggie's Cardiff

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Maggie's Cardiff We are here for anyone living with cancer, and their family and friends, across South East Wales.

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09/10/2026

This weeks is a special one 🧡

On Sunday, approximately 150 participants took on Cardiff Half Marathon to raise money for 27 Maggie's Centres across the UK.

A large number of those runners ran for Maggie's Cardiff, collectively raising an INCREDIBLE £31,000 and counting.

We are so grateful for each and every one of you for all your support! Your fundraising and dedication allows us to continue supporting people effected by cancer within our local community 🧡

If you'd like to take on Cardiff Half Marathon in 2027, please follow the below link, or get in touch with us for more information at [email protected]

https://www.maggies.org/get-involved/events/cardiff-half-marathon/

Are you up for a challenge in 2027? Join   on our Sahara Desert 100km Trek from 14th-20th November 2027.This challenging...
07/10/2026

Are you up for a challenge in 2027? Join on our Sahara Desert 100km Trek from 14th-20th November 2027.

This challenging 7-day trek across the spectacular Moroccan Sahara will see you journey across towering dunes, remote wadis, and vast open landscapes.

You’ll also wild camp beneath star-filled skies and experience the magic of one of Africa’s greatest wildernesses.

By taking on this challenge, we ask supporters to raise a minimum £1,000 to support our vital work to help us be here today, tomorrow, and always.

This trek for Maggie’s is run by our partners Tribal Tracks, who will look after you every step of the way, from sign up to celebrations.

Follow the link - https://www.tribaltracks.co.uk/your-trip/maggies-100km-sahara-desert-challenge-trek or contact [email protected] for more information and sign up today!

Exercise and gentle physical activity can give you more energy and help build your confidence to deal with cancer and tr...
06/10/2026

Exercise and gentle physical activity can give you more energy and help build your confidence to deal with cancer and treatment. 🧡

We have drop in Tai Chi sessions which take place every Thursday at 11:00-12:00. No booking is required, just come in. We recommend wearing loose fitting, comfortable clothing.

If you have any questions you can call us on 029 2240 8024 or pop in to chat with a one of the team.

Art Sessions at Maggie's 🎨Every Wednesday from 21st October to 25th November, 10:00-12:00Join artist Sarah Jones for a s...
05/10/2026

Art Sessions at Maggie's 🎨
Every Wednesday from 21st October to 25th November, 10:00-12:00

Join artist Sarah Jones for a series of workshops to nurture a sense of pause, presence and sensitivity through making.

Working with a meaningful object of your choice, alongside drawing an clay, you'll explore personal narratives through mark-making, shape, form and texture.

Gently guided throughout the sessions, you'll create a symbolic clay vessel to hold that story or memory that brings you joy. 🧡

To book a space, please speak to one of our cancer support specialists.

What's on this week! 🤩MondayDaily drop-in Cancer Support 10:00-16:00Benefits drop-in support 10:00-12:00Getting Started ...
05/10/2026

What's on this week! 🤩

Monday
Daily drop-in Cancer Support 10:00-16:00
Benefits drop-in support 10:00-12:00
Getting Started with Radiotherapy 10:00-11:30
Yoga 17:30-18:30

Tuesday
Daily drop-in Cancer Support 11:00-16:00
Benefits drop-in support 10:00-12:00
Yoga 10:00-11:00
Walking Group 10:00-11:30
Look Good Feel Better Session 14:00-16:00 - Please book via the Look Good Feel Better UK website

Wednesday
Daily drop-in Cancer Support 10:00-16:00
Benefits drop-in support 10:00-12:00
Maggie's Postcards Art Workshop 13:30-15:30
Living With Ongoing Cancer Support Group - Please speak to one of our cancer support specialists for more information
Yoga as Exercise Session - This is a booked group, please speak to one of our cancer support specialists for more information

Thursday
Daily drop-in Cancer Support 10:00-16:00
Benefits drop-in support 10:00-12:00
Tai Chi 11:00-12:00
Mindfulness Practise Session 12:15-13:00
Mindfulness Course - This is a booked group, please speak to one of our cancer support specialists for more information

Friday - Please note that there will be no Benefits Drop-in today
Daily drop-in Cancer Support 11:00-16:00
Men's group 10:00-12:00

For any questions about what's on this week, please call 029 2240 8024 or pop in and have a chat with someone from the team. 🧡

Maggie's Literature Evening on Wednesday 25th November at Whitchurch Rugby Sports and Social Club, CF14 2THJoin us for a...
04/10/2026

Maggie's Literature Evening on Wednesday 25th November at Whitchurch Rugby Sports and Social Club, CF14 2TH

Join us for an evening of culture, poetry and learning to support our centre, where we provide free expert cancer care. 🧡

We have an amazing lineup of speakers:
Hanan Issa - National Poet of Wales (with special guest Sam Hickman)
Louise Mumford - Crime Fiction Novelist
Lily Baron - Owner of the Indie Shop Book Space
Bethany Handley - Author and Poet
Catrin Edwards-Greaves - Social Researcher and Poet
Helen Allen - Author

Schedule:
18:00 Doors Open
18:30-21:00 Talks from our speakers (There will be a 15 minute interval halfway through)

Get your tickets here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maggies-in-cardiff-literature-evening-november-2026-tickets-1999382885031

🧡 GO ERIN AND ALEX 🧡We want to say an extra special GOOD LUCK to our very own Erin and Alex who are running the Cardiff ...
04/10/2026

🧡 GO ERIN AND ALEX 🧡

We want to say an extra special GOOD LUCK to our very own Erin and Alex who are running the Cardiff Half Marathon today, to raise money for Maggie's Cardiff.

If you see them around the route, make sure you make lots of noise and cheer them on!

We are super proud of them!

Join our challenge to help our centre raise £30k in 30 days!Every conversation, cup of tea or moment of calm at Maggie’s...
03/10/2026

Join our challenge to help our centre raise £30k in 30 days!

Every conversation, cup of tea or moment of calm at Maggie’s is made possible by people like you. Join us in our challenge to raise £30k in 30 days in November to help our centre to continue providing expert cancer care. Every bit of support makes a real difference. 🧡

There are many ways you can support this fundraising campaign:-
- Make a direct donation - https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/30k30daysmaggiessewales
- Get your workplace or school involved
- Get sponsored to walk or run 30 miles during the month
- Hold a challenge at your gym such as 30 hours of non stop Zumba or 30 lunges a day for 30 days.
- Get sponsored to give up your favourite treat for the month

Tell us what challenge you're taking on by signing up here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/30k-in-30-days-for-maggies-in-cardiff-registration-1995921641358

🧡 GOOD LUCK TO ALL OUR AMAZING RUNNERS  🧡This Sunday, our incredible runners will be taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon...
03/10/2026

🧡 GOOD LUCK TO ALL OUR AMAZING RUNNERS 🧡

This Sunday, our incredible runners will be taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon, putting in the miles and raising money for Maggie’s Cardiff.

We’re so proud of every single person taking on this challenge and helping to support people affected by cancer in South East Wales.

We have two cheer stations around the course:

Mile 6 - WMC, Cardiff Bay

Mile 11 - Lake Road West (on the corner of Keyes Avenue).

Please encourage friends and family to join them, to make as much noise as possible.

Friends of Maggie's Christmas Coffee & Crafts - Saturday 5th December 10:00-12:30 ☕Come along and support the Friends of...
02/10/2026

Friends of Maggie's Christmas Coffee & Crafts - Saturday 5th December 10:00-12:30 ☕

Come along and support the Friends of Maggie’s group, who’ll be hosting a Christmas Coffee Morning & Crafts Sale to raise funds for our centre.

Entry fee is £5 and includes a cuppa and a cake.

Address

Maggie's Cardiff At The Chris McGuigan Building, Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre Road, Whitchurch
Cardiff
CF142TQ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442922408024

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