Children with Cancer UK

We are deeply saddened to share the news with you that Children with Cancer UK’s Founder Eddie O’Gorman OBE, has passed away. Eddie and his wife Marion co-founded Children with Cancer UK more than 35 years ago following the tragedy of losing two of their children to cancer. Eddie had a tremendous impact upon us all at Children with Cancer UK, and I am sure many of our supporters too. If you have a particularly fond memory or photo of Eddie or a message that you would like us to share with his family, you can leave it here: eddieogorman.muchloved.com. Our heartfelt condolences and sympathies go to Eddie’s family during this very difficult time.

We are thrilled to announce that the headline act at our annual Children with Cancer UK Gala is none other than the sensational Sophie Ellis-Bextor. Taking place on Saturday 8 November 2025, in the elegant surroundings of The Peninsula Hotels, this glittering evening will feature a very special performance by the queen of the dance floor herself. Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine dining, entertainment and magical moments all to support children and young people across the UK on their cancer journeys. Book your table now via the link: https://bit.ly/4iBgbQd

🙌 How to PLAN your pre-race morning 👉 Joining Paula Radcliffe & Christopher Thompson this week is Event Director of London Marathon Events, Hugh Brasher 🏃♂️ 👊 Hugh shares insights on when to arrive for the marathon start and the one thing you must not change ahead of race day. 🎧 The podcast is available on all the usual podcast platforms. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4haoD8f Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4hdFmri

We are excited to announce a special collaboration between Children with Cancer UK and KitBrix. Thanks to the incredible support of Paula Radcliffe MBE, gold-medal marathon runner and passionate ambassador for Children with Cancer UK, we’ve teamed up with KitBrix to create a unique range of Ponchos and ToteBrix bags. 100% of profits from the sales of these items will go directly to Children with Cancer UK, to help us continue funding life-saving childhood cancer research and support for children and their families through treatment and beyond Shop the collection now and help make a difference. https://bit.ly/4izHVEX

(3/3) “Then something amazing happened. Lucie started to wake up, open her eyes and look around. She even started smiling at the doctors and nurses. We made the transition to returning home from palliative care by staying in a hospice in Cambridge for about a week before going home on 8 February. At home, we had community nurses visiting us, as well as palliative care. We have had regular scans and lots of prayers from our church and others around the world." - Philippa, Lucie's mum. You can read Lucie's full story via the link: https://bit.ly/41Axz0n. We'd like to thank Lucie's family for sharing her story to help raise awareness of Childhood cancer.

(2/3) “We didn’t think Lucie was going to make it. Lucie had a biopsy - the results of which couldn’t determine the type of cancer she had. So at 7/8 weeks old, Lucie had a Hickman line fitted and we were preparing for her to start chemotherapy. Lucie received chemotherapy from the end of September until the end of December. In December, Lucie became very poorly and our consultant decided to give her one more course of chemo, which started after Christmas. By January, Lucie’s condition deteriorated further and we were told that unfortunately there was no more that could be done for her and that we should prepare to say goodbye. I left the hospital that night with my husband not knowing what to do. We went immediately to the Rector at our church, who prayed for Lucie that night. I then went to see friends who were going through their own childhood cancer journey with their son and who had supported us along ours. We had to tell them that we weren’t sure how long Lucie would have. We all cried a lot that night." - Philippa, Lucie's mum.

(1/3) This Brain Tumour Awareness Month, we’re sharing Lucie’s story to highlight the urgent need for better treatments. Lucie was diagnosed with a brain tumour when she was only five weeks old. "Lucie was born at the end of July 2016 and seemed like a healthy, happy baby. However, just five weeks later when the health visitor came over for a check-in, I mentioned to her that Lucie hardly woke up, wasn’t feeding well and had some big veins in her head. The health visitor rang our GP surgery. The doctor checked Lucie over, gave me a letter and sent us straight to our local hospital. At that point, I knew it was serious. When we arrived we saw lots of doctors and Lucie was given a CT scan which revealed that she had a mass in her brain. It was all such a blur. Lucie was given an MRI scan and we received the news that it was a brain tumour along with hydrocephalus (a build-up of fluid on the brain)." - Philippa, Lucie's mum.

A very special day with Spread a Smile at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust 🧡

📣 Paula Radcliffe & Chris Thompson are calling on you. 🏃♀️ This April, as part of the Brighton Marathon Weekend, join the Children with Cancer UK wave at Brighton Miles on 5 April 2025. 🧡 By joining the Brighton Miles team, you’ll not only enjoy an unforgettable day but also play a vital role in supporting life-saving research and care for children with cancer. 🏁 Sign up today and be part of an unforgettable day: https://bit.ly/414IiQH

Cancer affects not just the diagnosed child, but the whole family - and beyond. That’s why Raines Retreat welcomes extended family and friends. Whether it’s grandparents, cousins, or close friends, everyone who played a role can share in the healing. "Having friends and family who could also be staying there with us, but not necessarily in the same cottage, that would have made a huge difference." - Mother bereaved by childhood cancer. This retreat is for everyone who has been part of the journey. For all the latest news and opening details of Raines Retreat, sign up to our newsletter.