Parkinson's UK - Chester & District Branch

26/09/2026

Yesterday was our September Songs - a chance to say 'thank you' to our families, friends and supporters. Such a wonderful afternoon 😍

16/09/2026

Our drumming workshops are a huge success. Thanks to Stephen Shotton from Rhythm Reaction Highly recommended for anyone with Parkinson’s 👍👏👏👏👏👏

14/09/2026

Recycling for Research

Recycle your old gadgets, jewellery or even cars. Help make life-changing breakthroughs happen for people with Parkinson's.

10/08/2026

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1792032448459835
Good work Aphra Brandreth & Chester Zoo 👏

16/07/2026

Some of our volunteers from Chester, Macclesfield, Halton & Crewe, braved the heat last week to get together, learn from each other and celebrate the successes of our wonderful volunteers. Our volunteers bring a big range of activities, connections and friendships to thousands of people affected by Parkinson's across the North West. They are very special people - the community is grateful to them every single day. 💙💙

13/07/2026

We had a wonderful afternoon tea yesterday for Parkinson's UK. Sooo many lovely ladies attended and gave generously to the raffle and "stand up bingo" - as well as donating raffle prizes and lovely cakes, thank you all. It was the culmination of lots of planning on my part, but it couldn't have happened without my wonderful, supportive, long-suffering hubbie Jim, such a trooper, I definitely couldn't manage without him. There were several people who helped on the day and I'm very grateful to them - but particularly the wonderful Elaine who worked so hard all day in very hot conditions, my Sis Paula and my bestie Caroline. Thank you ladies, you are such a personal support to me and I am forever grateful that you are in my life and supporting me on my Parkinson's journey. I know I take on tasks which are "full on" but without all of your help it just wouldn't happen.
You all know what I'm about and why I reluctantly took on the role as Chair of Parkinson's UK - Chester & District Branch. I am determined to raise awareness of this hideous disease and improve the lives of our wonderful Branch members, many of whom rely totally on our activities. And of course, hopefully one day there will be a cure and we won't have to talk about Parkinson's anymore - but until that day comes, expect to hear more from me!!!
The result - we made an amazing £540!!! 🎉🎊🎉 Thank you 💞

29/06/2026

DRUMMING WORKSHOP with Reaction: Our 1st Drumming workshop on Wednesday 17th June at St Columba's was A GREAT SUCCESS AND LOVED BY ALL WHO ATTENDED!! It is excellent exercise and certainly gets your heart racing and lifts your spirits. Participants all gave very positive reviews. Drumming is particularly helpful for those of us with Parkinson’s. The committee have therefore arranged for 8 more sessions for 9th,16th, & 30th September, 21st & 28th October, 4th, 11th & 18th November on Wednesday afternoons 2pm - 3.30pm. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL and priority will be given to those with Parkinson's. No prior experience is necessary and the instructor, Steve, is extremely patient, helpful and encouraging. If participants are able to contribute to the cost of the workshop then a suggested donation would be £5 per session. If you wish to reserve a place on the list please email Pat Riddell: [email protected]

27/06/2026

We had 4 walkers in the Wrexham sponsored walk today, Anna & Simon Morris and John and Nick Steel. The Morris duo made an amazing £2154 and the Steels £600+
Well done all 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Chester Branch also had a stall at the event to promote the Branch and we signed up 4 new members.
Thanks to volunteers Alan, John, Pat & Karen and Chris and Clare for marshaling.

20/06/2026

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https://events.parkinsons.org.uk/fundraisers/annamorris18902/walk-parkinsons-north-wales?fbclid=IwY2xjawSjPwxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGVjhVemZVb3RqUUlCRkROc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHllahmm6mQNv_c3SPQDRhoOpepJ7u-cNqUh8JOPh9GhPavx-eCfZW1yaFGNo_aem_IZIAuSXZwBDWaxwN6IwyBw

Our friend and Membership Secretary Anna is pushing her Parkinson's to the limit next Saturday in the Wrexham walk - I'll be there with a Chester Branch stall but that's my limit!! PLEASE support her if you can - she has trained hard to have a crack at this 💪👏💪💪

Best of luck, Anna 💫

19/06/2026

Lovely time today for our Singing Group at the Wyldewoods. Excellent turnout of our singers, good weather, an enjoyable lunch and an appreciative audience, all combined to make a very successful afternoon 😀 🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶
Thanks to Kelly Marks and her team at the Wyldewoods 👍👏❤️