brainstrust events
Our Thrive with brainstrust events will help you live better with a brain tumour. Below you can find information about upcoming webinars and meetups, both online and face-to-face. Filter by Patient and Carer events to see what’s happening this month. If you have any questions about our supportive events or would like to book a coaching session, please email hello@brainstrust.org.uk
You can also browse our calendar of upcoming fundraising events and campaigns. For the latest information about races and challenges, please keep in contact with event organisers or email fundraising@brainstrust.org.uk
Running events by region – brainstrust would love you to support the charity by taking on a challenge for us. See what events are available in your region and do something amazing today!
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Tea and a wee blether – Tues Oct 7th at 12.00
Join our monthly online cuppa and chat. A safe, welcoming space for anyone affected by a brain tumour.
Living with Metastatic brain cancer? – Weds 8th Oct 3.00pm
Living with metastatic brain cancer? Welcome to our online event where we come together to share stories, offer support, and provide resources for those living with metastatic brain cancer. Join us for informative discussions, Q&A sessions with experts, and connect with others who understand what you’re going through. Whether you’re a patient or a caregiver, […]
Focus group Late effects RT – Thurs Oct 9th 2.00pm
Had radiotherapy for a brain tumour? Join our focus group to share your experiences and help shape research into long-term side effects.
Scanxiety- Hypnotherapy workshop for brain tumour patients and caregivers – Fri Oct 10th 2.00pm
Find out more about how hypnotherapy can help you to manage scanxiety when living with a brain tumour.
Living with a low grade glioma – Fri 10th Oct 1.00pm
Living with a low grade glioma isn’t straightforward. Join us to hear how we all manage the uncertainty of living with a LGG diagnosis.
Scanxiety- (Repeat Session), Hypnotherapy workshop for brain tumour patients Weds Oct 15th 3.00pm
Find out more about how hypnotherapy can help you to manage scanxiety when living with a brain tumour.
Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma) Group – October Online Meetup Fri Oct 17th 1.00pm
A welcoming monthly online space for anyone affected by an acoustic neuroma.
Brainstrust Bereavement Community – October 22nd 7.00pm
The grieving process begins at the time of diagnosis. We know that a death caused by a brain tumour is different. Come and be less alone.
While I Wait- Hypnotherapy workshop – Weds Oct 22nd 3.00pm
Join this session to learn how hypnotherapy can support you doing periods of waiting when you are living with a brain tumour.
Colloid Cyst Community – Online Meetup Oct 24th 1.00pm
A relaxed virtual cuppa and chat for anyone affected by a colloid cyst – patients, carers, and families.
High grade knowledge share – Fri October 24th 11.00am
Living with a high grade glioma and want to know how others have approached treatment options? Then this is the space to find out.
Calmness and confidence- Hypnotherapy workshop Oct 29th 7.00pm
An extra dose of steadiness when you need it most.
Run Alton Towers 2025
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the fun for all the family Run Alton Towers event. Choose between the 5km, 10km or Half Marathon distance. Not only do all finishers get a fantastic medal but entry to the park is also included as part of your race entry fee. So […]
brainstrust Bass Belle 10 miler 2025
Back for an 11th time, the sell out brainstrust Bass Belle 10 miler! Flat and fast, the brainstrust Bass Belle 10 Miler is ideal for those chasing a PB. The route takes you around the picturesque local villages of South Cambridgeshire, consisting of 8.5 miles on road and 1.5 miles off road, offering […]
Santa in the City 5k (Wed)
Join brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at Santa in the City 5km 2025. Your Santa Run will begin at 7:00 pm the 4.5km route starting in Paternoster Square just by the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. You will then run along the North bank where there will be fantastic river views, before crossing […]
Santa in the City 5km (Thursday)
Join brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Santa in the City 5km. Our Santa Run will begin at 7:00 pm the 4.5km route starting in Paternoster Square just by the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. You will then run along the North bank where there will be fantastic river views, before crossing […]
Santa in the City 5km 2025 Tunbridge Wells (Saturday)
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Santa in The City Tunbridge Wells 5km. Starting at Grosvenor & Hilbert Park, run the 3km festive fun run on 06 December 2025 at 3pm. Santa in the City is the perfect way to get you, your friends, and your family into the Tunbridge […]
Barcelona Half Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Barcelona Half Marathon. The half-marathon in Barcelona, also known as the Mitja Marató de Barcelona, is held every February. It’s the second largest running event in Barcelona next to the Marathon. The route takes the runners from the Arc de Triomf, by […]
Cambridge Half Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust as we take on the 2026 Cambridge Half Marathon for people with a brain tumour. This flat and fast course starts and finishes on Victoria Avenue in the centre of Cambridge with Midsummer Common as the event site. The route has been updated for 2025 and will now take you through the private grounds […]
Paris Half Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Paris Half Marathon. The Paris Half Marathon is one of the best overseas half marathons for UK runners to take part in! The World famous fashion capital ups the ante when it comes to running for charity. A vibrant atmosphere as you […]
Barcelona Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Barcelona Marathon. With very few hills or inclines, the course is very flat and fast, and suits first time runners, or those going for a PB! The Barcelona Marathon is one of the most popular in Europe. The course takes you through […]
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help all people with a brain tumour at the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026. This hugely popular half marathon takes in the iconic Westminster Bridge and Charing Cross Road, up past Leicester Square and China Town. Adding even more world famous cultural landmarks to the route, and taking you to […]
Milan Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the fantastic Milan Marathon. A fast and scenic course that runs mostly in the heart of the city, medal and jersey for all finishers, plus a state-of-the-art Running Festival that turns into a modern and engaging running fair for three days. The start […]
Paris Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the world famous Paris Marathon. The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now one of the biggest marathons in the world and perfectly combines a personal challenge with the chance to discover one of the world’s greatest cities. Race day will see you […]
Manchester Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the fourth largest marathon in Europe. This is also the flattest major marathon with great PB potential. As with every year all finishers will get a funky medal and other goodies! Deadline for entries is 3rd November 2025 so reserve your place today.
Essar Chester Half Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Essar Chester Half Marathon 2026. The Chester Half is one of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in the historic Roman/Medieval international destination city of Chester. The fast and largely flat city and rural race route will […]
Hackney Half Marathon
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at this fast, flat, PB potential half marathon. The Hackney Half sells out every year and is renowned for its festival atmosphere and fantastic crowd support. There will be entertainment stations along the route and a festival village for you to enjoy post race. Registration closes […]
Edinburgh 5k – Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Edinburgh 5k 2026. Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival! This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running […]
Edinburgh 10k – Edinburgh Running Festival 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Edinburgh 10k 2026 Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival! This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an […]
Edinburgh Half Marathon 2026
Join brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Edinburgh Half Marathon 2026. Come and be part of Scotland’s BIGGEST running festival! This ever-growing festival of running is now a major event in the Scottish sporting calendar. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running […]
Edinburgh Marathon 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Edinburgh Marathon. The marathon route is one of the fastest in the UK making that elusive personal best a distinct possibility! Edinburgh Marathon joined the world’s elite road races in 2012 by becoming the first marathon in Scotland to be officially recognised […]
The Big Half 2026
Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a bran tumour at The Big Half in London this September. With only 5 charity places available, early booking is advised! Organised by London Marathon Events, The Big Half is a vibrant, inclusive half marathon with a fun, festival atmosphere. The 13.1 mile course weaves through London from Tower Bridge […]