Parkinson's UK London

24/08/2026

Happening tomorrow🔊Harrow Parkinson's Group have their exercise class every Tuesday at 1:30 at the Methodist Church Hall Wealdstone HA3 7ND.Please contact Vinod on 07884117168 to guarantee your space🙌
You can find more details 👇https://localsupport.parkinsons.org.uk/activity/seated-exercise-class-6

21/08/2026

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE! 🗓️

We are excited to launch our NEW Parkinson’s UK Monthly Group Meeting in Bexley! This is a brand-new peer support, advice, and social group created to give you a warm, welcoming space to connect over a cuppa.

Mark your calendars and come along—we’d love to see you there!

📍 Where: Bexley Central Library (Chaucer Room), 2 Townley Rd, Bexleyheath DA6 7HL

📅 When: Tuesday, 1 September | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

For further details, please contact Jan Williams at Parkinson's UK:

📞 Phone: 020 7963 3612

✉️ Email: [email protected]

18/08/2026

Looking to connect with others in the local Parkinson's community in Bexley?

Join us for our Parkinson's Meet & Chat Cafe! Pop in and say hello to your local Parkinson's support group — and enjoy a FREE tea or coffee on us!

Event Details:📅 Date & Time: Wednesday 19 August, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Angelica's Cafe at Morleys, Bexleyheath

For queries or extra information, feel free to reach out:📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: 020 7963 3612 Please share this post or tag a friend to help spread the word to the local Parkinson's community! 💙

15/08/2026

Raising Awareness of Parkinson’s Through Crochet, Chai and Community

It was wonderful to see such a great turnout at the recent Parkinson’s UK and PAYA (formerly Rituals of Chai) event, bringing people together to raise awareness of Parkinson’s and share a creative and enjoyable afternoon.

The event was inspired by PAYA’s Director, whose grandmother lives with Parkinson’s. She discovered that crocheting has helped her grandmother manage her tremor and reduce rigidity in her hands, highlighting how meaningful activities and
hobbies can play an important role in living well with Parkinson’s.

Satpal Ghatora, Area Development Manager for Parkinson’s UK, spoke about Parkinson’s, including some of the common symptoms, treatments and support available. He also highlighted the range of information, advice and community
support that Parkinson’s UK provides to people affected by Parkinson’s. This was followed by a fantastic crochet workshop, giving everyone the opportunity
to have a go at crocheting a Parkinson's UK Tulip, learn something new and enjoy some creative time together. And, of course, there was free-flowing chai, with a delicious range of flavours to try! ☕️

A huge thank you to PAYA for organising such a warm, welcoming and meaningful
event, and to everyone who attended and helped make it such a success.
Events like this are a great way to raise awareness, start conversations and help
people understand more about Parkinson’s.

13/08/2026

Do you have experience of PIP, and want to help test the recommendations for reform?

The Timms Review Steering Group is developing recommendations on how PIP should be reformed. They want people with experience of the system to test the recommendations in ​15 workshops​. 9 sessions will be in-person at sites across the UK and 6 will be online. Each will have 20 participants.

The workshops will run from ​15 September to 7 October 2026​ and members of the community have until ​Friday 21​ ​August 2026​ to sign up.

People with Parkinson's can sign up for the workshops on the Government website here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/timms-review-of-personal-independence-payment-register-your-interest-in-a-shaping-recommendations-workshop/timms-review-register-your-interest-in-a-shaping-recommendations-workshop

Find out more information from our website article here https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/news/2026/help-shape-how-pip-operates-future

12/08/2026

Fancy getting some exercise in the beautiful surrounds of Avery Hill Park?

Come along to Nordic Walking for our Parkinson's community, with this free taster session. Held one month today on the 12th September, meeting at 1130am at the cafe, the lovely instructors will host this walk in the Greenwich Green Flag award winning park.

Nordic walking can help with the symptoms of Parkinson's, with specially designed poles helping with the forward movement, and helping you to use arms as well as legs. The poles will be provided and instruction given. Please use the contact details on the flyer below to register, we'd love to see you there.

If you'd like further information on the benefits of Nordic Walking, then see this article: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/magazine/experts/nordic-walking-and-parkinsons?_gl=1*1exo8qr*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODI1MjM4Nzk1LjE3ODY0NjMxNDU.*_ga_455LC56RDF*czE3ODY0NjMxNDUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY0NjMxNDUkajYwJGwwJGgw

11/08/2026

Welcome to the latest Spotlight on our great community groups, supporting people with Parkinson's and their carers, families and friends.

This time we're focusing on Bexley, where we have an exciting new meeting launching next month, as well as the usual regular get-together and activities.

The new support meeting will launch in Bexley, on Tuesday 1
September, from 10am-12pm at the Bexley Central Library - Chaucer Room (then on the first Tuesday of each month thereafter). The guest speaker will be Pam Smith, a Parkinson’s Local Adviser in the London team. Our Parkinson’s Local Advisers can provide advice on living with Parkinson's, covering everything from benefits and employment, to what's on in the local area.

Our regular group meetings are for people with Parkinson's and those affected, for example carers, friends and family. They are a great way to get together and have relevant conversations, socialise and receive mutual support as well as listen to organised
professional speakers e.g. Parkinson's Nurses and Parkinson's UK Research staff plus more specialist subjects. If you're unsure about what happens at a group meeting or the benefits of attending, see this video, part of a series which tells you a bit more about what to expect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kX7QzQRAvjA&list=PL1ixQpbHed3Z7bPJK91gBabzwrWWHcXwJ&index=6

More information about the new Bexley Central Library get-together can be found here. We'd love to see you there.
https://localsupport.parkinsons.org.uk/activity/new-bexley-support-group-meeting

There is also an informal monthly drop in Cafe meeting in Bexleyheath every third Wednesday. at Angelica’s Cafe, Morley’s Department Store, 11am - 1pm, the next ones are on the 19th August and then the 16th September. Come and have a cuppa and find out more about what the group offer in the local area, and what activities you can get involved in, from Yoga, Non-contact Boxing, Walking Football and other exercise classes. Find out more here: https://localsupport.parkinsons.org.uk/activity/bexleyheath-parkinsons-cafe?_gl=1*gfhywf*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODY2NTEwNzcwLjE3ODY0NjEwNDI.*_ga_455LC56RDF*czE3ODY0NjEwNDEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY0NjEyNzAkajUyJGwwJGgw

We know that there are over 500 people with Parkinson’s in Bexley - join us at any of our meetings or activities, we are here to help, support and offer advice and friendship.

Look us up and see for yourself what is on offer - Parkinson's Support in Bexley- https://localsupport.parkinsons.org.uk/support-search?location=Bexley%2C+UK&lat=51.439933&lng=0.154327&post_code=DA5&_gl=1*183ouiy*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODY2NTEwNzcwLjE3ODY0NjEwNDI.*_ga_455LC56RDF*czE3ODY0NjEwNDEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY0NjEyNjIkajYwJGwwJGgw

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07/08/2026

Par-Con tickets are out now! 🎟️
Our 2-day event for the Parkinson's community is returning to the Vox, Birmingham on 13 and 14 November this year. You can also join us online for free.
Hear directly from trusted experts, join talks, activities, and meet others living with Parkinson's. Sessions are set to cover research updates, Parkinson’s and sleep, a live 2 Parkies in a Pod podcast, and more.
Join us online or in person, get your ticket today: www.parkinsons.org.uk/community/par-con

05/08/2026

One month to go until Walk for Parkinson's at Battersea Park—let's turn London blue!

If joining us has been sitting on your to-do list, this is your friendly reminder to lock in your spot—registration closes on Sunday 30th August!

There is still time to sign up, get involved, and enjoy a cracking day out with our incredible community. Whether you choose the 1.5-mile short route or take on the 6.2-mile walk, it's a wonderful opportunity to bring families, friends, and supporters together in one place. We all have different reasons for walking, but when we walk together, we are stronger.

Most importantly, every step taken directly supports our Nurse Appeal. We desperately need more specialists, and the funds raised will go directly toward funding new nurse posts and delivering extra training to healthcare professionals so more people can live well with Parkinson’s.

Event Details:

Where: Battersea Park, London

When: Saturday 5th September

Registration Deadline: Sunday 30th August

Routes: 1.5 miles OR 6.2 miles

Hurry—registration closes soon!

Secure your spot and join the community today:
http://events.parkinsons.org.uk/walklondon

Who's joining us on the 5th? Tag a friend you want to walk with in the comments, and please share this post to help spread the word across London!

03/08/2026

🌸 Join Us for the Parkinson’s UK Bromley & District Branch Garden Party! 🌸

Looking for a lovely afternoon out while supporting a great cause? You are warmly invited to join a wonderful summer afternoon in support of Parkinson's UK Bromley and District Branch.

📅 Date: Saturday 8 August 2026

⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location: Foresters, Barnet Wood Road, BR2 8HJ

What’s in store for the afternoon:
🌳 Relaxing woodland walk

🎯 Fun garden games

🍰 Delicious homemade cakes

👶 Children welcome!

🎟️ Entry: £10 per adult (Children are FREE)

Entry includes your choice of tea, coffee, or soft drinks plus a slice of cake!

Bring your friends, family, and neighbours along for a fabulous afternoon out. Every ticket helps support the vital work of the Parkinson’s UK Bromley and District Branch.

📧 Get in touch / Info: [email protected]

📞 Phone: 07553 082148

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who might like to attend! 💙