Find a support group

Support groups can offer valuable support and information to anyone affected by prostate cancer. Joining a local support group can provide the opportunity to meet and talk to others who share or understand your experience of prostate cancer.

While we do not run or necessarily endorse specific local support groups, we are happy to provide you with the information required to contact your local group.

You can search our on-line database of over 70 UK support groups to find help specific to your needs and where you live. If you require further information, our Support and Information Nurses on the Helpline have a more extensive database of national resources for cancer patients and their relatives.

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Disclaimer
Support Groups around the UK provide valuable help and information to men who have prostate cancer and their families, but you should know that:

  • The support groups listed on this website in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are independent groups and have no connection with Prostate Cancer UK. In Scotland identified groups listed on this website are part of Prostate Cancer UK and operate within operational protocols.
  • The information we provide on our website about support groups is included to keep men with prostate cancer informed about the support services available to them locally. We rely on support groups to tell us when there is any change to their contact representative and the contact details. The information we include on our website is the latest we have received from the respective groups.
  • We have no control over the activities of support groups in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and we accept no responsibility for what they do. This disclaimer covers all activities including any representational or campaigning activities they may undertake, any advice they may give and any other services they may provide.

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Support groups in England

Reading Prostate Cancer Support

County

Berkshire

Catchment area

The catchment area of the Royal Berkshire Hospital - mainly Berkshire and South Oxfordshire

Venue

St. Andrew's Church Hall, Craven Road, Reading

Meeting

First Friday of each month

Contact

Keith Jackson

Telephone

0118 9842999

Notes

Meetings are open to all men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer together with their partners. The principal purpose of the group is to provide support and fellowship for its members.

Aylesbury Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Buckinghamshire

Catchment area

Aylesbury and surrounding area

Venue

They meet at Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Meeting

Meet once a quarter on the first Monday of that quarter. Please contact Colin for further details.

Contact

Colin Bracewell

Telephone

01296 486925

Notes

Family members and partners welcome. There are about 10-15 attendees each session.

Chilterns Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Buckinghamshire

Catchment area

The Chilterns and adjoining areas

Venue

No set venue - public meetings take place at Wycombe Hospital or at Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Meeting

Currently every two months - please contact Andrew for further details

Contact

Andrew Scott-Priestley

Telephone

01494 874722

Notes

This support group welcomes family members. They are currently developing a website.

Haddenham & Thame Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Buckinghamshire

Catchment area

Haddenham and surrounding villages

Venue

The Rose and Thistle Pub, Station Road, Haddenham, Buckinghamshire

Meeting

Meet once a quarter on the first Monday of that quarter.

Contact

Michael Pegge

Telephone

01844 290077

Notes

This group is a member of the Chiltern Prostate Cancer Support Group. Michael is on the committee and anybody concerned about prostate cancer should contact him. The group welcomes new members and they average around 30 attendees per session. The meeting is usually a lunchtime meeting.

The Chiltern Prostate Cancer Support Group - Marlow

County

Buckinghamshire

Catchment area

Marlow

Venue

Marlow Rowing Club

Meeting

Meets every two to three months.

Contact

Mike Basnett

Telephone

01628 482362 / 07770 802761

Notes

This group is part of the larger Chilterns prostate cancer support groups. There are around 10-12 attendees.

Cambridgeshire Prostate Cancer Support Association (aka CambsPSA)

County

Cambridgeshire

Catchment area

Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Suffolk & Essex

Venue

David Rayner Building, Scotsdales Garden Centre, Cambridge Road, Great Shelford, Cambridge, CB22 5JT

Meeting

4th Thursday of every month. 7.30pm-9pm

Contact

Don Gibbs (Chairman)

Telephone

01733 261281

Notes

The group has an attendence of around 40-100 people. They hold social evenings February-March, May-August and October-November. In the months when the social evenings do not take place, speakers usually attend the group.

Leighton Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Cheshire

Catchment area

Cheshire, Wirral, Stoke on Trent

Venue

Leighton Hospital, Postgraduate Centre, Crewe

Meeting

Usually held January, March, May, July, September and November generally second Saturday from 10-12pm

Contact

Gary Steele/Ian Bonner

Telephone

01606 553 097

Notes

Wives and family welcome. Helpline: 0845 456 0678.

Prostate Support Association (Teeside)

County

Cleveland

Catchment area

Teeside and surrounding areas

Venue

Blue Bell Hotel, Acklam Road, Middlesbrough

Meeting

Meet on the 4th Monday of each month at 6.30pm

Contact

Robin Millman

Telephone

01642 651280

Notes

A patient led support group with up to 20 attendees. Attracts men with prostate cancer and their families. This group was started in May 1999.

Cornwall Prostate Support Association

County

Cornwall

Catchment area

Cornwall

Venue

Knowledge Spa at Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro

Meeting

Third Monday of every month at 7pm.

Contact

Debbie Victor

Telephone

01872 252 177

Notes

Meetings take place once a month.

Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Cumbria

Catchment area

Barrow, Cumbria

Venue

St Marys Hospice Cancer Centre, Hartington Road, Barrow

Meeting

Meets on 2nd Monday of the month at 7pm

Contact

Paul Booth

Telephone

01229 889 768

Notes

This small group of around 15-20 people gives advice and information to newly diagnosed men, families and partners.

North Cumbria Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Cumbria

Catchment area

North Cumbria Hospital Trust Area

Venue

Morton Manor, Wigton Road, Carlisle CA2 6JP

Meeting

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 7-9pm

Contact

Jim Allan

Telephone

01228 539 510

Notes

Family and friends welcome.

Derriford Prostate Support Group

County

Devon

Catchment area

Devon, Cornwall & Plymouth

Venue

Postgraduate Centre, Derriford Hospital

Meeting

Meets on the last Thursday of the month at 4.30pm

Contact

Vanessa Wilcox

Telephone

01752 245228

Notes

This group is for patients who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, their families and partners. The group also has various speakers ranging from patients, alternative therapists and consultants who speak monthly. There are around 30-40 attendees. A buddying service is currently been set up.

South Dorset Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Dorset

Catchment area

South & West Dorset

Venue

St Andrews Church Hall, Preston, Weymouth

Meeting

Every other month, on the 2nd Wednesday of that month

Contact

Barry Newman

Telephone

01305 834064

Notes

This group is for patients who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, their families and partners. There are sometimes speakers ranging from patients, therapists, doctors & nurses. There are around 30-40 attendees.

Dorset PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network

County

Dorset

Catchment area

Dorset

Venue

St Marks Church, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth BH10 4HY

Meeting

Normally on a Wednesday at 7.30pm every other month. Please call or look at the pcaso website for more details

Contact

Jim Davis 01202 580436

Telephone

PCaSO helpline 0845 650 2555

Notes

PCaSO has about 1000 members and is entirely made up of prostate cancer patients and their carers, partners and family members. All branch meetings are open to anyone and the newly diagnosed are especially welcome. A registered charity 1095439

Hull and East Riding Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

East Riding of Yorkshire

Catchment area

Anyone in the vicinity or who needs support, information or advice.

Venue

29 Lowerdale Elloughton, Brough, North Humberside HU15 1SD

Meeting

Runs group at home and has stands at some events

Contact

Len Brattan

Telephone

01482 669631

Brighton PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network

County

East Sussex

Catchment area

Brighton and surrounding areas

Venue

Audrey Emerton Building, Eastern Road, Brighton BN2 5BE

Meeting

Usually quarterly on a Wednesday evening 6pm for 6.30 until 8pm

Contact

Barry Cocum 01273 387371

Telephone

PCaSO helpline 0845 650 2555

Notes

PCaSO has about 1000 members and is made up of prostate cancer patients and their carers, partners and family member. All branch meetings are open to anyone and the newly diagnosed are especially welcome. A registered charity 1095439.

Eastbourne PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network

County

East Sussex

Catchment area

Eatbourne and surrounding areas

Venue

Post Graduate Medical and Dental Centre, Eastbourne District General Hospital, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN21 2UD. Car park charges can be reclaimed

Meeting

Second Thursday of every month 6.30 for 7pm

Contact

Graham Hatfield 01323 749258 graham.hatfield@btopenworld.com

Telephone

PCaSO helpline 0845 650 2555

Notes

PCaSO has about 1000 members and is entirely made up of prostate cancer patients and their carers, partners and family members. All branch meetings are open to anyone and the newly diagnosed are especially welcome. A registered charity 1095439.

APPLE (Association of Prostate Patients in London and Essex)

County

Essex

Catchment area

London and Essex

Venue

They hold occasional exhibitions at King George Hospital, Ilford,

Meeting

Please contact Mr Mastris for information

Contact

Ken Mastris

Telephone

020 8550 0600

Cadgers

County

Essex

Catchment area

Southend Basildon and anyone in the area

Venue

The Tyrols Centre, Thundersly, Essex

Meeting

Last Thursday of every month 6-8pm

Contact

Cathy Miles

Telephone

01702 385369

Notes

This support group welcomes family members. They are currently developing a website.They have 30-40 regular attendees and speakers every month (not necessarily medical). It is an informal meeting with tea and coffee. Wives, partners and family are welcome.

North East Essex Prostate Cancer group

County

Essex

Catchment area

The Whole of North East Essex

Venue

The Training and Development Centre at Essex County Hospital

Meeting

1st Wednesday of each month from 6pm to 8pm. No meetings in August or January

Contact

Lucy Powell

Telephone

01206 742964

Notes

The support group, which is open to patients, relatives and carers, is an informal group, which meets monthly.

P.H.A.S.E - Prostate Health Advice Support and Education

County

Essex

Catchment area

Harold Wood, Romford and Brentwood

Venue

Meet at the Neighbourhood Centre, Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, Essex.

Meeting

Meet last Friday of each month at 7pm

Contact

John Winn

Telephone

07905235421

ProActive

County

Essex

Catchment area

West Essex PCT area (Bishop's Stortford to Loughton, Lea Valley to Ongar, including Harlow)

Venue

Birchwood House, St Margaret's Hospital, Epping, Essex CM16 6TN

Meeting

Meets once a month, on Friday from 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Contact

John Woods

Telephone

0774 737 4692

Notes

We are an informal support group, which is open to patients and their partners. We have over 70 members, of whom some 20 patients and partners are able to attend the meetings. We have organised four annual prostate cancer 'information afternoons' with health professional speakers, and have set up a help line and a website.

Braintree Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Essex

Catchment area

Braintree and surrounding areas (15 miles radius approx)

Venue

to be confirmed

Meeting

to be confirmed

Contact

Andrew Moses

Telephone

07752534273

Notes

This is a new group which is hoping to start in Braintree. If you would like more info about this or are interested in attending please contact Andrew using the details above.

The Cotswolds Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Gloucestershire

Catchment area

Gloucestershire

Venue

The Gloucestershire Club, Greville Close, Sandhurst Road, Gloucester, GL2 9RG

Meeting

Second Tuesday of every month at 7pm

Contact

Richard Auckland (Chair)

Telephone

07703 477391

Notes

Mail : The Cotswolds Prostate Cancer Support Group c/o The Urology Dept St Pauls Wing, Cheltenham General Hospital Sandford Road Cheltenham GL53 7AN

Association for Prostate Awareness (APA)

County

Greater London

Catchment area

London Borough’s of Newham, Waltham Forest, Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge, City and Hackney

Venue

Newham African Caribbean Resource Centre, 627 - 633 Barking Road, London E13 9EZ 020 8471 2258

Meeting

Three monthly

Contact

Mr Renold Reid

Notes

The Association for Prostate Awareness (APA) is a voluntary Association of approximately 100 members, this includes a number of women. The Association aims to raise the awareness of the effect of prostate condition by promoting educational and cultural events which support individuals with prostate illness.

Guys Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Open to patients of Guys and St Thomas' Hospital only

Venue

Seminar Room, Urology Centre, Guys Hospital

Meeting

Last Friday of every month. 2pm start. 1.30pm refreshments

Contact

Netty Kinsella

Telephone

020 7188 7339

Notes

Refreshments from 1.30pm for a 2pm start.

Lister Prostate Cancer Support

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Lister Hospital patients only

Venue

Post Graduate Centre, Lister Hospital

Meeting

They meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm, except in the Summer months.

Contact

Mike Bradley

Telephone

01462 684 732

Notes

Provides support for men with prostate cancer, their wives partners and family. They usually have around 10-12 attendees.

PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Greater London

Venue

Guy's Hospital, Borough Wing, 4th Floor, Renal Library, Great Maze Pond, London, SE1 9RT. Precise directions within Guy's Hospital can be provided upon request, preferably by email or by phone as listed below.

Meeting

Second Tuesday of each month at 14.00 - 16.00.

Contact

Colin Frith

Telephone

020 8539 3474

Notes

This group is an integral part of the larger charity, PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association. Members support those affected by prostate cancer, their friends, families and partners. They have a special interest in those newly diagnosed and those with advanced prostate cancer.

The Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Greater London

Catchment area

All those that can travel to Mount Vernon

Venue

Linda Jackson Macmillan Centre, Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 2RN

Meeting

Meets once a month, usually on a Wednesday.

Contact

Lorraine Hawes

Telephone

01923 844014

Notes

We have health professionals/ speakers each month, current issues on prostate cancer.

The West London Prostate Cancer Group

County

Greater London

Catchment area

All welcome

Venue

Maggie’s Centre, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London

Meeting

Meetings held on the 1st Monday of the month 12pm -14pm at the Maggie’s Centre, Charing Cross Hospital.

Contact

Rachel Sharkey

Telephone

020 8846 7449

Notes

Frequent guest speakers including medics, therapists and relevant organisations such as Prostate Cancer UK. Numbers are limited please contact Suzanne Vizor if you are interested in joining the group or if you have any questions about this group.

Men's Den Prostate Cancer support group

County

Greater London

Catchment area

North London, Camden, Islington and Barnet

Venue

The Atrium, Royal Free Hospital

Meeting

Six weekly basis, evenings from 18.30 pm

Contact

David Cullen/ Shelley Coombs

Telephone

0207 317 7629

Notes

A support group for patients, meet on a six weekly basis, invite an expert speaker for a short presentation followed by questions and answers. The members then discuss and meet over refreshments. The group is interested in developing a role in public health awareness.

Hackney Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Anyone in the vicinity who needs support, information, advice and counselling

Venue

Wally Foster Community Centre, Homerton Road, London E9 5QB

Meeting

Last Tuesday of the month , Time 12pm - 2pm

Contact

Nathaniel Oyinloye & Grace Alli-Adebayo

Telephone

02079231962 / 02000113833 / Nath: 07501066097 / Grace: 07502399503

Notes

Support for those affected by prostate cancer, their family, partners and friends - also those concerned /new members are welcome. Hackney Council is supporting the awareness project - All are welcome in our monthly awareness workshop. Free counselling available (1:1 counselling).

Community Cancer Centre

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Middlesex

Venue

Community Cancer Centre, 18a Fairfield Road, Yiewsley, Middlesex, UB7 8EX

Meeting

The centre is open five days a week, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm

Contact

Bren Fisher, CCC Manager, 01895 461016 (Mondays to Fridays 10am to 4pm)

Telephone

Office: 01895 461016 - A member of staff is on duty to help you during Mondays to Friday 10am to 4pm

Notes

Groups with similar diagnosis meet each month to support each other. Talks are arranged on a variety of subjects. Workshops on therapies and outings take place regularly. Drop-in centre provide information and support to anybody affected by cancer, including carers, families & friends. We offer support, workshops, a listening ear and complementary therapies. We are here to help and signpost to right information and organisation as required.

East & North Herts Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Herts and Beds (and visitors in our area)

Venue

We meet at Lister Hospital, Stevenage, Herts

Meeting

4th Wednesday of each month

Contact

John Walker (Committee Member) or Brian Watkins

Telephone

John Walker - 01462 623 632 or Brian Watkins - 01438 740 569

Nightingale Cancer Support

County

Greater London

Catchment area

Enfield and surrounding area

Venue

The Nightingale Cancer Support Centre, The Lancaster Centre, 53 Lancaster Road, Enfield EN2 0BU

Meeting

6 June 2013, 12 Sept 2013, 5 Dec 2013

Contact

Joan Kearns

Telephone

0208 366 4333

Notes

This is a cancer centre which runs sessions for men with prostate cancer where group discussion about prostate cancer and issues surrounding its treatment and management take place. Please contact Joan for more details

Out With Prostate Cancer

County

Greater Manchester

Catchment area

Based in Manchester but keen to work with men from any UK mainland area.

Venue

LGF Resource Centre, 5 Richmond Street, Manchester M1 3HF

Meeting

First Saturday of each month, 2-4pm

Contact

Martin Wells

Telephone

07764741366

Notes

This is a new group aimed at providing support for gay and bisexual men affected by prostate cancer. Although the group meets in Manchester, it is keen to offer support to gay and bisexual men throughout the country. Twitter: http://twitter.com/OwProstateCa http://www.lgf.org.uk/news-articles/march-is-prostate-cancer-awareness-month/

Hampshire PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network

County

Hampshire

Catchment area

All of Hampshire

Venue

Otterbourne Village Hall, Cranbourne Drive SO21 2ET. Close to the M3 near Winchester

Meeting

Usually quarterly at 7pm

Contact

Stuart Thompson 01794 512867

Telephone

PCaSO helpline 0845 650 2555

Notes

PCaSO has about 1000 members and is entirely made up of prostate cancer patients and their carers, partners and family members. All branch meetings are open to anyone and the newly diagnosed are especially welcome. A registered charity 1095439

Friends of Prostate Sufferers (the FOPS)

County

Hertfordshire

Catchment area

Watford and district centred on Chorleywood Herts

Venue

Bedford Arms, Chenies, Rickmansworth, WD3 6EQ

Meeting

Beginning of the month, usually Wed or Thurs at 8pm for Committee Meeting, pre drinks chat at 7:30pm

Contact

Bob Arthy / Jim Spence

Telephone

Bob 07799475199 / 01923 282 105, Jim 01923 282 199

Isle of Wight Urology Cancer Support Group

County

Isle of Wight

Catchment area

Isle of Wight

Venue

The Orchard House Care Centre, 189 Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight

Meeting

Generally monthly, but call or check website for confirmation

Contact

The trustees on 07548549038 or website

Telephone

07548 549038

PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association

County

Kent

Catchment area

West Kent

Venue

Somerfield Hospital, Maidstone

Meeting

10.30am Last Friday of each month

Contact

Ian Noble

Telephone

01634 849032

Notes

The groups are open discussion groups, speakers are occasionally invited but the main focus of meetings is supporting each other through the cancer journey and passing on information sources.

Prostate Cancer Support Association (PSA) Canterbury

County

Kent

Catchment area

Canterbury and South East

Venue

At Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Centre for Health & Clinical Sciences, Canterbury

Meeting

Meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 10.15am

Contact

Graham Edwards

Telephone

01304 364873

PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association (PSA) Tunbridge Wells

County

Kent

Catchment area

South East or anyone who can make it

Venue

Kent & Sussex Hospital, Tunbridge Wells

Meeting

First Monday of each month at 10.30am

Contact

1. Len Walsham 2. Peter Grantham 3.John Bennett

Telephone

1. 01892 654464 2. 01892 664232 3. 01892 526078

Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Droylesden

County

Lancashire

Catchment area

Manchester, Lancashire

Venue

Droylsden Football Club, Market Street, Droylesden M43 7AY

Meeting

Meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 6pm

Contact

David Mitchel

Telephone

0845 456 0678

The Bay Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Lancashire

Catchment area

Lancashire

Venue

Cancer Care, Slynedales, Slyne Road, Lancaster LA2 6ST

Meeting

Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month (except July & August) at 7.30pm

Contact

George Niven or for general information Cancer Care Lancaster

Telephone

George - 01524 32736 or CCL - 01524 381820

Notes

An active group with 35 members.

East Lancashire Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Lancashire

Catchment area

East Lancashire

Venue

The Mackenzie Medical Centre, Burnley General Hospital, Casterton Ave, Burnley BB10 2PQ

Meeting

First Thursday of every month 2pm-4pm

Contact

Leon Wright

Telephone

07548033930

Notes

We are a group of local people who know about prostate cancer. We are a friendly organisation dedicated to offering support to men who have had or who are experiencing the effects of this potentially life threatening disease. We offer a place for free exchange of information and help for those affected by this increasingly common form of male cancer. At each meeting we strive to be a happy, supportive and upbeat group of people; encouraging open discussion on what can be a very difficult and perhaps for some an embarrassing subject. We have lively, informative, interactive, sharing and above all supportive meetings.

The Walnut Group

County

Lancashire

Catchment area

Lancashire

Venue

Vine House, Cromwell Road, Preston, PR2 6YB

Meeting

Every 1st Wednesday of the month from 6pm

Contact

Colin Piddington

Telephone

01254 852555

Notes

Preston based Prostate Cancer Support Group. Patients, carers, family and friends welcome.

Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Salford

County

Lancashire

Catchment area

Eccles, Salford, Manchester

Venue

The Quaker Meeting House, 13 The Polygon, Wellington Road, Eccles, Manchester ML30 0DS

Meeting

Third Wednesday of every month. 2pm-3.30pm

Telephone

0161 474 8222

PROCAS Lincs and Humber

County

Lincolnshire

Catchment area

Lincs and Humber

Venue

Heslam Park Rugby and Cricket Club, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincs DN16 2AG

Meeting

3rd Monday of every month (except December) 6.30-8.30pm

Contact

Jacky Lee (Chairman) or Dave Lee (Secretary)

Telephone

07922 487 824

Notes

Independent support group for patients, wives, partners, families, friends and carers. Everyone is welcome for help, advice, information, tea, bicuits and a friendly face. Expert speakers arranged most months. Group lunch in December.

Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Wirral & North Cheshire

County

Merseyside

Catchment area

Wirral, North Cheshire, Liverpool and North Wales

Venue

Healthy Living Centre, Civic Hall, Civic Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 0AZ

Meeting

Meets the last Saturday of each month (excl. summer break) at 10am

Contact

Calvin Wood

Telephone

(0151) 648 4466

Notes

They have 150 members and around 60-70 turn for each meeting. Families and partners are welcome.

The Men's Group

County

Merseyside

Catchment area

Liverpool and surrounding area

Venue

21 Aigburth Road, Liverpool, L17 4LR

Meeting

Meets on the last Wednesday of every month except December.

Contact

Joan Elmer

Telephone

0151 726 8934

Notes

The aim of the group is to provide a safe environment for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer to meet and discuss any issues they have. This may be concerns about treatment, how they feel and what happens next. They also invite the partners to come along; they are able to talk in our relaxation room about the issues and concerns they have. Four times each year we offer complimentary therapies to all members.

South East Cancer Help Centre

County

Merseyside

Catchment area

South East

Venue

South East Cancer Help Centre, 2 Purley RD, (Tesco Development) Purley PR8 2HA

Meeting

First working Monday of each month from 10.30-12.30pm

Contact

Kathleen Behan - Centre Manager

Telephone

020 8668 0974

Notes

Registered Charity No 1011509. They have around 10-30 people attend and the support group is for anyone affected by prostate cancer.

Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Norfolk

Catchment area

Norfolk and Waveney area of Suffolk

Venue

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich

Meeting

Bi-monthly meetings on the first Monday of the month from 7-9pm

Contact

Noel Warner(Chairman)

Telephone

01508 488088

Notes

This group is a registered charity and has over 300 members, mainly consisting of prostate cancer patients. It's purpose is to support men with prostate cancer and their families in the Norfolk and Waveney area and to spread awareness. There is free parking and refreshments.

York Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

North Yorkshire

Catchment area

Yorkshire

Venue

York District Hospital, York

Meeting

They meet every three months on a Monday at 6pm. Please contact Bryan for further details.

Contact

Bryan Metcalf

Telephone

01757 228 394

Notes

Bryan also runs an e-group for anyone to join, send a blank email to ProstateCancerSupport@yahoogroups.com and Bryan will get back to you with further details.

Prosper (Prostate Cancer Support Group)- Harrogate

County

North Yorkshire

Catchment area

Harrogate and District

Venue

Christ Church Hall, Christ Church, The Stray, Harrogate HG1 4SW

Meeting

7pm Last Thursday of every month (except August and December)

Contact

Sue Lennon or Alison Marchant

Telephone

01423 553318

Notes

A friendly support group for patients and supporters who meet to chat about experiences and offer reassurance to each other. There are also talks by professionals and organisations on relevant subjects.

Wensleydale Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

North Yorkshire

Catchment area

Wensleydale area

Venue

Leyburn

Contact

Contact Ann MacEwan for more details

Telephone

0141 314 0050

Notes

This is a new group. The next meeting will be early in 2013. Please contact Ann to be put in touch with the group leader if you would like more information.

Northampton Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Northamptonshire

Catchment area

Northamptonshire

Venue

Eden Close Community Room, Churchill Avenue, Northampton, NN3 6HL

Meeting

7.30 p.m. First Tuesday each month, except January

Contact

Bernard Kelly, Chairman

Telephone

01604 473 738

Notes

Currently around 35 members. Wives/partners very welcome. Programme of speakers, outings and discussions. Macmillan oncology nurse specialist usually attends.

Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Nottinghamshire

Catchment area

Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire

Venue

Maggies Centre, inside Entrance 3, Nottingham City Hospital, off Hucknall Road

Meeting

Second Thursday of every other month (starting February), normally 7.00-9.00pm

Telephone

0115 911 1661

Notes

The group provides mutual support to men and their families who are concerned about prostate cancer and its consequences; receives information about prostate cancer and its treatment; shares experience and raises awareness. The annual meeting programme includes talks from consultants, nurse specialists, and other healthcare professionals, with plenty of opportunity to comment or ask questions; also open discussions and an annual meal out. The attendance is around 20-35, including a number of partners. A bi-monthly Newsletter is widely circulated by email or post.

North Notts Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Nottinghamshire

Catchment area

North of Nottingham, including Kirkby in Ashfield, Mansfield, Mansfield Woodhouse, Warsop, Edwinstowe and surrounding area

Contact

Bob Clark – Chairperson

Telephone

01623 515899

Nottingham Cancer Patients and Carers Support Group

County

Nottinghamshire

Catchment area

Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire

Venue

"A" floor Classroom, Nottingham University School of Nursing, Queens Medical Centre, Derby Road, Nottingham NG7 2UH

Meeting

3rd Tuesday of every month

Contact

Kenneth or Freda Ingall, or Marjorie Wirt Green

Telephone

01159313541 (Kenneth and Freda) 01159267070 (Marjorie) only call between 8am and 8pm please. If leaving a message please leave a landline number only.

Notes

This is a general cancer support group for people with cancer and their carers. The group has been running since 1987.

Oxfordshire family cancer support group

County

Oxfordshire

Catchment area

Oxfordshire

Venue

Drill Hall, Cowley Road, Oxford, OX15 7CR

Meeting

Fortnightly

Contact

James Brown

Telephone

0203 444 6493

Notes

Support for families looking after family members with cancer.

Somerset Prostate Support Association

County

Somerset

Catchment area

Somerset

Venue

Meetings in Taunton at The Albemarle Centre and in Yeovil

Meeting

Please contact Brian for further details.

Contact

Brian Smart

Telephone

01823 272184

Notes

This group is now well established with an attendance of around 40 people. The group encourages wives, partners and family members to attend. The group has guest speakers including consultants and specialist nurses.

North Staffs Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Staffordshire

Catchment area

Stafford, Market Drayton, Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands

Venue

The Joiners Square Community Centre, Cornes Street (off Leeks Road), Stoke-on-Trent

Meeting

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6pm

Contact

Ken Smedley

Telephone

01782 722 168

Notes

This group welcomes all prostate cancer patients and their carers. There are around 100 members, 70 of which are prostate cancer patients and around 30 are carers.

Stafford Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Staffordshire

Catchment area

Stafford and surrounding area

Venue

Post Graduate Medical Centre, Mid Staffs Foundation Trust, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SA

Meeting

First meeting Tuesday 3 February 2009 and thereafter first Tuesday of each month between 6-8pm.

Contact

Jane Begley, Uro-oncology Nurse

Telephone

01785 257731 x 3042

Notes

Parking facilities are available for those attending. Post Graduate Medical Centre is located at the rear of the hospital.

East Suffolk Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Suffolk

Catchment area

East Suffolk

Venue

Lecture Theatre, postgraduate Centre, Ipswich Hospital

Meeting

Public meetings are also held bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month 7-9pm

Contact

John Dent

Telephone

01473 404735

Notes

Attracts 60/70 men who have and have had prostate cancer. There is normally a speaker at the general meetings and they have leaflets with the main contact details on them. Anyone is welcome to contact them.

East Surrey Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Surrey

Catchment area

East Surrey

Venue

Skylane Hotel, 38, Bonehurst Road Horley, Surrey, RH6 8QG

Meeting

On the 2nd Monday of every other month from 2.30-4.30pm

Contact

Jim Adcock

Telephone

01737 769636

Frimley Park Prostate Cancer Patient Support Group

County

Surrey

Catchment area

Surrey, Hampshire

Venue

Frimley Park Hospital

Meeting

They meet 4 or 5 times a year in the Frimley area

Contact

Peter Seaton

Telephone

01483 272547 Helpline:0800 6783168

Notes

The Founder and Chairman is Colin Stokes.

Guildford Prostate Cancer Patient Support Group

County

Surrey

Catchment area

Guildford, Surrey

Venue

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Meeting

They meet every three months on a Wednesday with lunch and evening sessions. Please call Peter for further details.

Contact

Peter Seaton

Telephone

01483 272547 Helpline: 0800 6783168

Notes

This group is newly formed with a membership of about 40. Their mission statement is: To offer support, comradeship and information to all men with prostate cancer and also to their partners, family and friends.

The Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Tyne & Wear

Catchment area

North Tyneside or anyone who can make the meeting

Venue

North Tyneside General Hospital

Meeting

Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 6-8pm

Contact

Pauline Bagnall (nurse)

Telephone

01912 934142

Notes

Speakers attend these informal meetings where information on prostate cancer is distributed. Wives and carers are always welcome. There is also a helpdesk on Monday afternoons in the main outpatients department where they are always happy to speak to people 1:1 if requested.

White House Cancer Support- Prostate Cancer Group

County

West Midlands

Catchment area

Dudley and surrounding areas

Venue

The White House, 10 Ednam Road, Dudley

Meeting

Meetings every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2pm

Contact

Pam Cartwright

Telephone

01384 231 232

Notes

The White House is a drop-in centre and is open each weekday between 9am and 5pm. We provide support for patients and carers affected by any type of cancer. Services include information, transport and complementary therapies. Please ring for more details.

City and Sandwell Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

West Midlands

Catchment area

West Bromwich, West Birmingham or anyone who can make it

Venue

Wood Lane Community Centre, West Bromwich

Meeting

Meets every 3 months

Contact

Heather Wilkins

Telephone

0121 507 3381

Notes

The group is open to anybody and there are around 20-40 attendees.

Prostate Cancer Support Association - Central England

County

West Midlands

Catchment area

West Midlands and Warwickshire

Venue

Ambleside Sports and Social Club, Nuneaton and Coombe Social Club, Brinklow Road, Coventry, CV3 2HY

Meeting

Meet bi-monthly from 7.30pm. Call Brian for further details.

Contact

Brian Atkins

Telephone

01455 448040

Notes

Patient led support group.

Sutton Coldfield Prostate Cancer

County

West Midlands

Catchment area

Sutton Coldfield, North Birmingham

Venue

Educational Centre, Good Hope Hospital, Sutton Coldfield

Meeting

Generally last Wednesday of each month from 2-4.30pm

Contact

Joe Dyke

Telephone

01216 866 491

Notes

This group has up to 20-50 people.

Solihull Prostate Cancer Support Group (SPCSG)

County

West Midlands

Catchment area

Solihull and South Birmingham

Venue

Royal British Legion, Broomfields Hall, Union Road, Solihull B91 3DH

Meeting

On the last Tuesday of every month (except December) at 6.30 pm.

Contact

Mike Ince (Secretary)

Telephone

0121-744-7557

Notes

Free Car Parking is available for those attending and Coffee/Tea and biscuits are served from 6.15 pm on arrival.

The Prostate Cancer Support Group (Haywards Heath)

County

West Sussex

Catchment area

Haywards Heath, West Sussex and surrounding area

Venue

The Dolphins Surgery Meeting Room, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath

Meeting

First Meeting Date: Thursday 19th July 3.30-5.00pm

Contact

Jenny Stanger

Notes

This group is aimed at men affected by prostate cancer, their partners and families, offering opportunities to share experiences and pick up useful information. We hope to plan future meetings according to the wishes and requirements of those attending the first meeting.

Chichester PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network

County

West Sussex

Catchment area

Chichester and surrounding areas

Venue

Chichester Baptist Church, Sherbourne Road PO19 3AW

Meeting

Usually quarterly, afternoons or evenings

Contact

Ian Graham-Jones 01243 371128

Telephone

PCaSO helpline 0845 650 2555

Notes

PCaSO has about 1000 members and is entirely made up of prostate cancer patients and their carers, partners and family members. All branch meetings are open to anyone and the newly diagnosed are especially welcome. A registered charity 1095439.

Leeds Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

West Yorkshire

Catchment area

35 mile radius of Leeds

Venue

The Grove Centre, Horsforth

Meeting

Meetings are held every three months on a Saturday afternoon

Contact

Main contact is David Padfield, then Ian Yearwood.

Telephone

David: 01924 275 985 Ian: 07810 626 397

Notes

This group has around 40-50 attendees and speakers are invited each meeting including surgeons, specialist nurses or a person from Macmillan.

Kidderminster and District Prostate Cancer Support Group

County

Worcestershire

Catchment area

Worcestershire, Shropshire

Venue

Kidderminster Town Hall, Kidderminster

Meeting

They meet four times a year, every three months on the 3rd Monday of the month.

Contact

Colin Tomkinson

Telephone

01562 66593

Notes

The group has 514 members and is a registered charity, number 1100718.

Prostate Cancer Guernsey

County

Guernsey (Channel Islands)

Catchment area

Everyone on the Channel Islands who can make the meetings.

Venue

Les Côtils Christian Centre

Meeting

‘Drop in’ Meetings at 7.30pm on 2nd Tuesday of the month throughout the year with two larger meetings with speakers in the Spring and Autumn

Contact

Robin Penna - Chairman or John Dempster - Secretary

Telephone

01481 263084 or 07781 120074/01481 246114 or 07781 143323

Notes

A Guernsey organisation that provides a forum for discussion and support to those in Guernsey diagnosed with prostate cancer.