The Peninsula Medical Foundation

18/09/2026

✨ The wait is over. Our Charity Ball Auction Catalogue is now live!
Take a sneak peek at this year's incredible auction line-up, featuring an exciting array of exclusive experiences, luxury stays, fine dining opportunities, original artwork and much more. Every item has been generously donated to help raise funds for the PMF Brain Tumour Research Fund. Click this link to browse the https://tinyurl.com/43n5c929
Can't attend the Ball on Saturday 3rd October? You can still bid on your favourite items. Simply complete and return the pre-bid form by 1 October and we'll ensure your bid is entered on the night. Visit the PMF website for more information www.peninsulamedicalfoundation.org.uk
Every bid helps support pioneering brain tumour research. Good luck!

30/05/2026

PMF 2026 Glitz and Glamour Charity Ball
✨ Tickets are going fast! ✨
Join us for a spectacular evening at Boringdon—think great food, fabulous company, and dancing the night away with the brilliant Jessica and the Rabbits. A perfect excuse to dress up, sparkle, and enjoy a night of glitz and glamour, all while supporting vital medical research.
🎩 Dress code: Black Tie (the more sparkle, the better!)
📩 Book now: [email protected] or via the website https://peninsulamedicalfoundation.org.uk/glitz-and-glamour-charity-ball-2026/
👯 Tables and smaller groups welcome—we’ll make sure you’re in great company!
Can’t make it? You can still support us via JustGiving https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/galaball—and we’d love it if you shared this with friends.
💫 Don’t miss out—we’d love to see you there!

03/04/2026

✨ Tickets Are Now On Sale! ✨
Join us for the 2026 PMF Charity Ball, an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising vital funds for Brain Tumour Research in the South West.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: https://mailchi.mp/1bd137b775f9/the-pmf-e-bulletin-for-june-8346063 or the PMF website.
👉 www.peninsulamedicalfoundation.org.uk

Let’s come together, celebrate, and help drive forward the research that saves lives. 💛

30/03/2026

PMF is delighted to have received a grant from The Hospital Saturday Fund. The grant will be used to support medical research and innovation in the South West. Thank you HSF.

✨ What an Incredible Evening in Plymouth! ✨ A huge thank you to all our grant recipients and guests who joined us at the University of Plymouth. Celebrating 25 remarkable charities in one room was truly inspiring — your work, your stories, and your energy made the night unforgettable.
We’re also deeply grateful to the University of Plymouth for so generously hosting the Charity Reception and helping create such a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
It was a joy to share the evening with you, we hope you enjoyed the evening as much as we did.

07/03/2026

Date for your diaries: - https://mailchi.mp/f8a206b6ae44/the-pmf-e-bulletin-for-june-8345237

25/02/2026

✨ PMF Glitz & Glamour Charity Ball 2026 – Join Us for an Unforgettable Night! ✨
We are delighted to invite you to the Peninsula Medical Foundation’s Glitz & Glamour Ball 2026, a spectacular evening of celebration and fundraising in support of brain tumour research in the South West. Join us for a night of A Night of Elegance, Entertainment & Purpose.
📅 Date: Saturday 3 October 2026
📍 Venue: Boringdon Park Golf Club
🎟 Tickets: £70 per person | £700 for a table of ten
🎗 In aid of: Brain tumour research in the South West
Dress code: Black tie – Glitz & Glamour
Tickets are available now! For more information and to book visit https://peninsulamedicalfoundation.org.uk/glitz-and-glamour-charity-ball-2026

17/02/2026

💙 Running for Tory, Running for Hope 💙
On 28th February, Stephen Wren will once again take on the Chichester Harbour Trail Run to complete a challenging 10‑mile route, running in loving memory of his daughter Tory Wren. He is raising funds to support vital Brain Tumour Research through the Peninsula Medical Foundation.
Every donation helps fuel life‑changing research and honours Tory’s legacy.
👉 Donate to Stephen’s JustGiving page:
https://justgiving.com/page/stephen-wren-1729347660067
👉 Event details – Chichester Harbour Trail Run:
https://www.ukrunningevents.co.uk/events/trail-runs/chichester-harbour-trail-run-2026/info
Thank you for supporting Stephen, Tory’s family, and everyone affected by brain tumours. 💛🏃‍♂️✨

22/12/2025

The PMF e-Bulletin October 2025 - https://mailchi.mp/66e77ae45fa3/the-pmf-e-bulletin-for-june-8344124 The December e bulletin includes updates on the vital research your generosity has helped fund this year, along with a first look at our exciting fundraising plans for 2026. Thank you for supporting PMF and helping drive meaningful progress for patients and families.

24/11/2025

Groundbreaking Research on Liver Disease and Microplastics Begins

PMF is delighted to confirm that Alex Mead, who previously trained at the University of Plymouth, has accepted a fully funded PhD studentship and will begin in January 2026. This exciting opportunity is made possible through PMF’s generous contribution of £60,000, alongside additional support from the University, bringing the total funding to £81,000. Alex’s research will focus on a critical and emerging health challenge: the presence of micro and nanoplastics in the human liver....

PMF is delighted to confirm that Alex Mead, who previously trained at the University of Plymouth, has accepted a fully funded PhD studentship and will begin in January 2026. This exciting opportuni…

27/10/2025

🧠 PMF Supports ICU Delirium Research
The Peninsular Medical Foundation is funding a genetic sub-study within the NIHR-backed DAYDREAM trial, led by Dr Jessie Welbourne and Prof Dan Martin.
The study compares daytime-only vs. continuous feeding in ventilated ICU patients to see if restoring circadian rhythm can reduce delirium. Recruitment begins in Plymouth and Southampton from Nov 2024.

The Peninsular Medical Foundation is supporting a sub-study of the NIHR funded DAYDREAM study, led by Dr Jessie Welbourne from the University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, and Prof Dan Martin from …