What we’re about
At The Loss Foundation we host online support groups and get-togethers for people who have lost a loved one to cancer - be it partner, parent, sibling, friend, family member, colleague, or someone else. Our meet ups give you the chance to meet someone like you who "gets it". We tell you the meeting point, and it's over to you to walk and talk, grab a coffee, have a bite to eat, depending on our location. Come along and join us - you can talk, you can cry, you you may make a friend for life. Anyone who has lost a loved one to cancer is welcome to join.
Please note that we are unable to respond to messages through MeetUp outside of office working hours.
If you are having any difficulty with registering for the group, please email us at hello@thelossfoundation.org rather than through MeetUp and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Walk and Talk for cancer loss, Hyde Park, London, 15.6.24Lancaster Gate Station (Stop LK), London
On Saturday 15th June 2024 we will be hosting an informal walk and talk event around Hyde Park in London.
This event is specifically for people who have lost a loved one to cancer. This event is for people aged 18 and over.
Where are we walking?
The walk will be around Hyde Park and it will last approximately two hours.Can anyone take part?
Our walk is open to any adult who has had a loved one die from cancer. The aim is to give you space to meet and talk with others who have experienced a similar loss, which our users tell us they find extremely helpful.We will be limiting the number of walkers to 11 people so that we do not have too large a walking group. One of our volunteers will be hosting the event to walk and talk alongside you.
Please note that we do not allow guests unless you let us know in advance (as we are capping the number of attendees for each walk).
Pets and children are also not able to attend.
What are the timings for the day?
Walkers will be meeting at 2pm and starting at 2:15pm.
We aim to complete the walk, at approximately 4pm.Do I need to be a professional walker?
Definitely not. The event is about being together, spending time with others who have experienced similar things, and being outdoors. It’s not about being fit or racing.How do I get involved?
To register for this event you will need to complete the registration form below:https://survey.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1SmZ836Yf1PWPLU
Once completed you will receive an email confirming your place and with full details for the walk.
We are unable to respond to messages through MeetUp outside of office working hours. If you are having any difficulty with registering for the group, please email us at hello@thelossfoundation.org rather than through MeetUp and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Please note that we are not a crisis service, so if you are in need of immediate support please do reach out to Samaritans who provide immediate listening support. They can be reached on 116 123.
- Ride London to Brighton 2024 for The Loss FoundationClapham Common, London
🚲 Ready to Ride on Sunday 16th June 2024? 🚲
Starting at Clapham Common and finishing on Brighton Beach Front, those 54 miles have it all… Flats, fast downhills and the challenge of making it over Ditchling Beacon!
Whether going solo or with friends, riding in memory of a loved one or just for the challenge, we can't wait to welcome you to Team TLF 2024!
Registration costs £35 and all participants are required to raise a minimum of £350 for The Loss Foundation. All money raised will ensure no one has to face cancer loss alone.
As part of our team, you will get:
💪 A Challenge Pack full of tips on training, nutrition and fundraising!
📧 Regular Emails ahead of race day to help you prepare
🙌 Support All the Way in our WhatsApp + FB Team Groups
👕 A Cycling Jersey (when you raise £350)We only have a limited amount of places available for the London to Brighton Bike Ride 2024 - enter now to secure your place.
Book your spot 👉https://in.events.bhf.org.uk/london-to-brighton-bike-ride-2024/competition/h133acr8ach133acr8ac?currentPage=form_charity-registration
Questions? Email shelley@thelossfoundation.org and we'll be right back in touch.
Here’s what our 2023 riders had to say about their experience…
“It was a pleasure to be raising those funds for a good cause. We had a great time!” – Ryan, London to Brighton Participant“We had a great time and really enjoyed it. We had our partners and kids waiting at the finish line which was a nice touch” – Sean, London to Brighton Participant
“It was really great fun, and such a great way to spend a Sunday. Thanks so much for doing everything you do at The Loss Foundation!” – Maria, London to Brighton Participant
“It was such a great experience. I appreciate being able to take part, and so happy we raised so much money for the organisation” – Vanessa, London to Brighton Participant
- Walk and Talk for cancer loss, North East Yorkshire, Redcar Beach, 22.6.24Stray Cafe, Redcar
On Saturday 22nd June 2024 we will be hosting an informal walk and talk event at Redcar Beach, North East Yorkshire.
This event is specifically for people who have lost a loved one to cancer.
This event is for people aged 18 and over.
Where are we walking?
The walk will be from Redcar Beach to Marske and back. It will last approximately two hours.Can anyone take part?
Our walk is open to any adult who has had a loved one die from cancer. The aim is to give you space to meet and talk with others who have experienced a similar loss, which our users tell us they find extremely helpful.We will be limiting the number of walkers to 11 people so that we do not have too large a walking group. One of our volunteers will be hosting the event to walk and talk alongside you.
Please note that we do not allow guests unless you let us know in advance (as we are capping the number of attendees for each walk).
Pets and children are also not able to attend.What are the timings for the day?
Walkers will be meeting at 10:30am and starting at 10:45am.
We aim to complete the walk, at approximately 12:45pm.Do I need to be a professional walker?
Definitely not. The event is about being together, spending time with others who have experienced similar things, and being outdoors. It’s not about being fit or racing.How do I get involved?
To register for this event you will need to complete the registration form below:https://survey.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_00cbsSuQj4GwkWG
Once completed you will receive an email confirming your place and with full details for the walk.
We are unable to respond to messages through MeetUp outside of office working hours. If you are having any difficulty with registering for the group, please email us at hello@thelossfoundation.org rather than through MeetUp and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Please note that we are not a crisis service, so if you are in need of immediate support please do reach out to Samaritans who provide immediate listening support. They can be reached on 116 123.
- Walk & Talk for cancer loss, Berkshire, Bracknell, Swinley Forest Walk, 29.6.24Savernake Lake Parking, Bracknell
On Saturday 29th June 2024 we will be hosting an informal walk and talk event around Swinley Forest in Bracknell, Berkshire.
This event is specifically for people who have lost a loved one to cancer.
This event is for people aged 18 and over.
Where are we walking?
The walk will start at Savernake Pond and go around Swinley Forest and back. It will last approximately an hour.Can anyone take part?
Our walk is open to any adult who has had a loved one die from cancer. The aim is to give you space to meet and talk with others who have experienced a similar loss, which our users tell us they find extremely helpful.We will be limiting the number of walkers to 11 people so that we do not have too large a walking group. One of our volunteers will be hosting the event to walk and talk alongside you.
Please note that we do not allow guests unless you let us know in advance (as we are capping the number of attendees for each walk).
Pets and children are also not able to attend.What are the timings for the day?
Walkers will be meeting at 10:00am. We aim to complete the walk just over one hour later.Do I need to be a professional walker?
Definitely not. The event is about being together, spending time with others who have experienced similar things, and being outdoors. It’s not about being fit or racing.How do I get involved?
To register for this event you will need to complete the registration form below:https://survey.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dfX4FRXX9h0A5bE
Once completed you will receive an email confirming your place and with full details for the walk.
We are unable to respond to messages through MeetUp outside of office working hours. If you are having any difficulty with registering for the group, please email us at hello@thelossfoundation.org rather than through MeetUp and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Please note that we are not a crisis service, so if you are in need of immediate support please do reach out to Samaritans who provide immediate listening support. They can be reached on 116 123.
