News and stories

What's happening at Penny Brohn Cancer Care UK, and the stories of the people at the heart of it, told in their own words.

76 stories

Paul at home at Christmas, wearing a Christmas head chef apron
Fundraising 21 October 2026

Christmas Appeal 2026: cancer doesn’t stop for Christmas

Christmas is a time for noise, laughter and being with the people we love. But when cancer is part of family life, Christmas can…

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Your stories 24 August 2026

John’s story

John was diagnosed with prostate cancer through a routine health check with his work in the military. He shares his story of how receiving…

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Summer Raffle26 Website FtImage
News 1 July 2026

Your £3,000 summer prize is loading…

What could you do with £3,000? For most, it’s money that we could only dream of. But for one lucky winner – we can…

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Your stories 15 May 2026

Amy’s story

Amy is the founder of Icesupp, a frozen supplement that soothes like an ice lolly, but is packed with real fruit, protein, fibre, and…

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London Marathon and Penny Brohn UK logos with words in navy underneath reading 'Meet the runners'
News 27 March 2026

Team Penny at the London Marathon 2026!

On Sunday 26th April, our biggest ever team of 9 individuals will be taking on ‘the greatest race in the world’ – the iconic…

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A cloud graphic background with a photo of Milly and her two children, with the text 'Milly's story'
Your stories 23 March 2026

Milly’s story

Milly was diagnosed with skin cancer at just 32 with two young children. She shares how she’s raising awareness of melanoma and how Penny…

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Christine's story
Your stories 6 March 2026

Christine’s Story

Christine was just 39 when diagnosed with womb cancer back in 2024. She shares how Penny Brohn UK supported her following her surgical treatment.

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News 10 November 2025

Tender: Website Update for Penny Brohn UK

We are inviting proposals from experienced web and UX professionals to deliver the Penny Brohn UK website update.

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Sue Lloyd sat on a piece of driftwood with the sea behind her.
Fundraising 9 May 2025

Sue’s 100 Day Coastal Challenge

Sue started out on her own cancer journey in April 2023 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer through the NHS screening programme.

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A photo of His Majesty King Charles III speaking and smiling with a Penny Brohn UK volunteer
News 28 March 2025

A statement regarding His Majesty King Charles III

Everyone at Penny Brohn UK extends their heartfelt thoughts and best wishes to our Patron, His Majesty King Charles III, and his entire family…

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