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Bringing a different kind of cancer care to Northampton

01/11/2026

WHAT'S ON
Week starting Monday 2nd November

Monday:
- Drop-in Relaxation Group – 10 – 11am
- Sound Bath – 11.30am - 12.30pm (booking required)
- Ongoing with Cancer (six week course) – 12.30 – 2.30pm (booking required)
- Teenage, young adult, Networking Group - 2.45 – 4.45pm (booking required)

Tuesday:
- Benefits Advice Drop in – 9.30 – 11am
- Chair Yoga - Weekly at 11 - 11.45am (booking required)
- Benefits Advice Drop in – 1.30 – 3.30pm

Wednesday:
- Carers Support with Northamptonshire Carers – Various time slots available (booking required)
- Nordic Walking “Have a Go” – 11am – 12pm
- Nordic Walking Walk – 1 – 2pm
- Young Women’s Support Group – 5.30 – 7pm (booking required)
- Men’s Activity and Support Group- 10 – 11am

Thursday:
- Benefits Advice Drop in – 9.30 – 11am
- Relaxation course (six-week course) - 11am – 12pm (booking required)
- Knit and Natter - 1pm - 2pm
- Benefits Advice Drop in – 1.30 – 3.30pm
Friday:
- Art Therapy - 10am – 12pm (booking required)
- Tai Chi, all abilities - 1 – 2pm (booking required)
- Getting Ready (prehab) – 2 – 3pm (booking required)
- Preparing for Pelvic Radiotherapy – 2.30 – 3.30pm (booking required)

Workshops coming up:
- Managing Stress
- Living with Cancer

For more information on our full timetable just come into our centre, no appointment needed. You can also email us at [email protected] with your telephone number or call us on 01604 218425. You can also request a callback at the link in bio.

30/10/2026

A huge thank you to Northants & Rutland Open Studios, Whilton Gallery

We are delighted to share that £322.45 has been raised for Maggie’s Northampton through the wonderful Connections art exhibition. As part of the exhibition, the incredibly generous artists donated 10% of their sales to support people living with cancer and their families across Northamptonshire.

We are so grateful to everyone involved for their kindness, generosity and support. Every donation helps us provide a welcoming space where people affected by cancer can find support, connection and expert care, without needing an appointment or referral.

Thank you to the artists, organisers and everyone who supported the exhibition. Your contribution really does make a difference. 🧡

29/10/2026

Our Nordic Walking sessions at Maggie’s Northampton have been really popular, and there are still a few spaces available on our final sessions before a short winter break.

Led by the lovely Zena and Pete, our friendly, welcoming group is open to all fitness levels. Whether you’re completely new to Nordic Walking or have tried it before, there’s a session for you.

New to Nordic Walking?
Our Have a Go sessions will teach you how to use the walking poles and get to grips with the technique in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Ready to go a little further?
Our longer group walks are perfect for anyone who has completed a Have a Go session or has Nordic Walking experience already.

Spaces remaining on:
Wednesday 4 November and Wednesday 11 November
11am–12pm: Have a Go sessions
1pm–2pm: Nordic Walking in Northampton

With just two sessions of each left before we hope to welcome Zena and Pete back in the new year, now is a great time to give it a try!

Come along, enjoy some fresh air, meet friendly faces, and discover a new way to get moving.

To book a place on one of these sessions please contact us on 01604 218425 or email [email protected], alternatively come in and see us, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm.

27/10/2026

Our Ongoing with Cancer course is a free, multi-session programme designed for people living with a non-curative or advanced cancer diagnosis, as well as their loved ones and carers.

This course, which will run for two hours each week for seven weeks, is delivered by our psychologist Lisa and one of our Cancer Support Specialists and will cover topics including emotional wellbeing, managing energy levels, nutrition, work and finances, relationships and understanding palliative care.

The course starts at Maggie’s Northampton on November 2nd, 2026. To book a place on this course please contact us on 01604 218425 or email [email protected], alternatively come in and see us, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm.

26/10/2026

Five guys. Four ultramarathons. Two storms. One cause: Maggie’s Northampton.

120 miles. Four days. Across the Two Moors Way.

Ed Lee, Ed Henson, Tom Kimbell, Jake Turcan and James Neilson have taken on an extraordinary challenge, covering the equivalent of four ultramarathons back to back, battling some truly brutal weather along the way, including Storm Austin and Storm Boelo.

But through every mile, every climb and every storm, they kept going.
They wanted to raise vital funds for Maggie’s Northampton and, just as importantly, raise awareness of the support available to anyone affected by cancer.

Because cancer can turn life upside down. At Maggie’s, people can find expert support, a listening ear and a place where they don’t have to face cancer alone. No appointment or referral is needed, and every penny raised helps us continue to be there for people when they need us most.

By the time the team reached the finish line on Friday, they had already raised over £25,000 through JustGiving. An incredible achievement, and a testament to the generosity of everyone who has supported them.

In a particularly special moment, their children joined them for part of the final leg, bringing this extraordinary challenge to a close.

To Ed, Ed, Tom, Jake and James: thank you. For your determination, your generosity and for helping more people discover Maggie’s Northampton.

120 miles completed. Thousands of people reached. And a reminder that, together, we can make sure no one has to face cancer alone.

25/10/2026

WHAT'S ON
Week starting Monday 26th October
Please note that due to staff annual leave we will have no Benefits Advisor on site this week.

Monday:
- Drop-in Relaxation Group – 10 – 11am

Tuesday:
- Chair Yoga - Weekly at 11 - 11.45am (booking required)
- Look Good, Feel Better 12.30 – 2.30 (fully booked this week)

Wednesday:
- Nordic Walking “Have a Go” – 11am – 12pm
- Nordic Walking Walk – 1 – 2pm
- Getting Ready – 3.30 – 4.30pm

Thursday:
- Relaxation course (six-week course) - 11am – 12pm (booking required)
- Knit and Natter - 1pm - 2pm

Friday:
- Art Therapy - 10am – 12pm (booking required)
- Tai Chi, all abilities - 1 – 2pm (booking required)

Workshops coming up:
- Managing Stress
- Living with Cancer

For more information on our full timetable just come into our centre, no appointment needed. You can also email us at [email protected] with your telephone number or call us on 01604 218425. You can also request a callback at the link in bio.

23/10/2026

Today we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who made our birthday celebrations so memorable. Our centre visitors past and present who showed up to pass on their thanks for the support they receive from Maggie’s.

To Dominic Hopkins, a member of our fundraising board, who talked about the years of involvement he has had with us, from fundraising for the centre to be built to supporting us now we are open.

Thank you to Liz Summers, Lead Oncology Nurse at NGH, without whom the centre in Northampton would never have come to fruition, she spoke at our evening event about the positive impact it has had on the patients at the hospital.

Thank you to Stephen Marshall, the architect who designed the centre who joined us to celebrate 12 months of the centre and shared the vision and idea for the centre and how he worked with our CEO Laura Lee to design it.

But most importantly thank you to the wonderful Graham who has been visiting the centre for many months and bravely spoke about his journey with cancer and how the support of our centre has given him hope and friendship that he couldn’t have been without.

Thank you to the talented Stu Vincent Photography for volunteering to capture the week with his beautiful photographs.

Thank you to the bakers who made cakes, cupcakes, and even biscuits with our logo on and donated them to us.

Yesterday the BBC picked up our story, and you can read all about it here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxnv0eqd0q77o

We couldn’t have celebrated our first birthday without you. Whether you visit our centre, volunteer your time, raise funds, spread the word or support us in any other way, you are part of the Maggie’s Northampton community, and we are so grateful.

Your kindness helps us to keep our centre open, and ensures that anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, all those who love them, can just come in and speak to a cancer support specialist, psychologist or benefits advisor and get the support they need.

22/10/2026

“The moment we walked in, it felt like being greeted by old friends. Maggie’s opened a new world for us both.”

When Steve, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2022 and has been receiving treatment since, and his wife Sue, first visited Maggie’s Northampton, they discovered more than a place to find support. They found a community of people who understand what living with cancer means, where friendships are formed, experiences are shared and there is always someone to talk to.

From expert emotional and practical support to courses, activities and a welcoming cup of tea, Maggie’s has helped Steve and Sue feel less alone as they navigate Steve’s cancer journey.

For Sue, having somewhere to share her own feelings and concerns has been just as valuable. Together, they have found a place where they can be themselves, find understanding and know they are never alone.

“Maggie’s to me is home from home. It’s supportive and there’s always a friendly face.”

If you are impacted by cancer please visit Maggie’s Northampton – no appointment or referral is needed, just come in.

21/10/2026

It's been one year since Maggie's Northampton opened its doors! To mark this milestone, Louise, who was diagnosed with breast cancer, and her friend Ann share the impact of the centre's support.

From Nordic walking to one-to-one emotional support, Maggie's Northampton has supported over 4,000 visits and provided over 170 sessions of benefits advice in the last 12 months.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us so that we could open our doors and continue to support people facing cancer in Northampton and the surrounding areas.

We’re here for everyone impacted by cancer, including friends and family too. Just come in to speak with one of our experts for free practical, psychological and emotional support: https://www.maggies.org/our-centres/maggies-northampton/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=northampton_2026&utm_content=storyanniversary

20/10/2026

Our first birthday celebrations continue, and today, it’s all about YOU!

Behind every fundraising total is a story. Someone taking on a challenge, a community coming together, a head being shaved, a pantomime being written, or someone putting on their trainers and taking that first step.

In our first year, thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we’ve raised an amazing £217,750 to support people affected by cancer at Maggie’s Northampton.

Just look at what you’ve helped us achieve:
29% of our income has come from supporter-led fundraising – from head shaves and fashion shows, gigs and all the wonderfully creative ways you’ve chosen to support us.
A further 29% has come from running and challenge events – thank you for every step taken, every mile cycled and every finish line crossed.

Every event organised, every challenge completed and every pound raised helps us provide a place where people affected by cancer can find expert support, friendship and a warm welcome, whenever they need us.

As we look ahead to our second year in Northampton, just imagine what we could achieve together.

Could you be part of our next chapter? Whether you have an idea for a fundraiser, fancy taking on a challenge or want to bring your community together, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch to find out how you can help us make our second year even bigger and better.

Thank you for being part of our story, and for helping us make sure no one has to face cancer alone.

Address

Maggie's Northampton, Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Northampton
NN15BD

Website

https://www.maggies.org/our-centres/maggies-northampton/

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