A welcoming monthly online space for anyone affected by an acoustic neuroma.  

If you’re living with a brain tumour and want to understand more about neuro-psychological support services, then this webinar is for you! The focus of this session will be about the role of neuropsychology services in the care of people living with a brain tumour diagnosis

Find out more about how hypnotherapy can help you to manage scanxiety when living with a brain tumour. That familiar wave of worry before a scan? You’re not alone. This session builds on what you’ve already learned and brings fresh focus to understanding and managing scanxiety. We’ll explore how fear affects your body and mind, […]

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.

It’s OK not to be OK – come and join us to build emotional strength, so you can move from not being really fine to thriving. When you are living with a brain tumour, not feeling fine can become part of everyday life. Even so, many of us respond to “How are you?” with “I’m […]

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, […]

A relaxed virtual cuppa and chat for anyone affected by a colloid cyst – patients, carers, and families.

Why this matters to you Living with a grade 2 glioma brings complex uncertainty – risk of seizures, timings of treatment, and whether to have treatment. A new trial is exploring whether a targeted drug called Vorasidenib could give people with low-grade glioma more options, potentially delaying the need for surgery, radiotherapy, or chemotherapy while […]

A gentle, inclusive Neuro Pilates class designed to support movement, balance, and wellbeing for those living with a brain tumour. Join us for a calm, welcoming online Neuro Pilates session (chair-based) designed especially for the brainstrust community. This gentle class focuses on supporting movement, posture, and balance through a specialist Pilates approach tailored to individuals living […]

Living with a meningioma can feel isolating. This is a relaxed, open space to talk, listen, and connect with others who get it. We know how hard it can be to live with a meningioma – whether you’re a patient or a caregiver. This space is for you.  

Come and join us for Art Time – whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete novice, this is a gentle two-hour session to explore how painting can become a mindful, soothing activity. As you focus on the creative process, you may find stresses and worries begin to fade into the background.      

Join this session to find out more about hypnotherapy and an introduction to strategies to support you when living with a brain tumour. Curious about how your brain can support your well-being? This session introduces the science of neuroplasticity and how hypnotherapy can ease discomfort, lift mood, and reduce anxiety. Designed for people living with […]

Living with a high grade (grade 3 or 4) brain tumour can feel isolating. This online group offers a supportive space to those who understand This informal online group is for people living with a high grade (grade 3 or 4) brain tumour diagnosis – and their supporters. There’s no set agenda and no pressure […]

Join us for an honest and supportive session where we’ll talk about what it’s really like to live with a LGG diagnosis.

A welcoming monthly online space for anyone affected by an acoustic neuroma. Living with an acoustic neuroma can feel overwhelming at times, and it helps to talk to others who truly understand. This is a friendly, informal online space where you can connect, share experiences, or simply listen in. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or further […]

Patrice Surley is doing a return visit! Come and join our webinar as she chats about nutrition based on her experience with GBM patients Following three very successful webinars for us, Patrice has kindly offered to come back to chat about nutrition based on her experience with Glioblastoma (GBM) patients. There will be an opportunity […]

Join our monthly online cuppa and chat. A safe, welcoming space for anyone affected by a brain tumour.

Find out more about how hypnotherapy can help you to manage scanxiety when living with a brain tumour. That familiar wave of worry before a scan? You’re not alone. This session builds on what you’ve already learned and brings fresh focus to understanding and managing scanxiety. We’ll explore how fear affects your body and mind, […]

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

A hypnotherapy session to build calm and confidence while understanding the neurochemicals behind emotional wellbeing. Are you or a loved one facing the emotional challenges that come with a brain tumour diagnosis? Feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and inner noise can often become daily companions. That’s why we’re inviting you to A Dose of Neuroscience: Hypnotherapy Session, a […]

Overview Discover writing for pleasure, when writing might support us personally, and where it can bring a sense of solidarity, purpose or hope. This is an opportunity for brain tumour patients & carers to put down a few words here or there. This gentle and paced introduction to writing will cover why we might write, […]

Join this session to learn how hypnotherapy can support you during periods of waiting when you are living with a brain tumour. Waiting is hard; the aim of this session is to make it easier. Whether you’re waiting for results, treatment, appointments or something else entirely, this session offers calming, brain-based techniques to keep you […]

A relaxed virtual cuppa and chat for anyone affected by a colloid cyst – patients, carers, and families.

Join us for a virtual event where we share stories, support, and resources for those of you who are living with metastatic brain cancer. 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 […]

Do you suffer with fatigue? We’ll help you to understand and manage your fatigue so that you can thrive, not just survive. This interactive workshop will help you to understand fatigue and how it is different for people living with a brain tumour. You will be encouraged to share your experiences on how fatigue is […]

A gentle, inclusive Neuro Pilates class designed to support movement, balance, and wellbeing for those living with a brain tumour. Join us for a calm, welcoming online Neuro Pilates session (mat-based) designed especially for the brainstrust community. This gentle class focuses on supporting movement, posture, and balance through a specialist Pilates approach tailored to individuals living with […]

An extra dose of steadiness when you need it most. Open to anyone who’s taken part in the core sessions or is a regular at resets, this bonus hypnotherapy session helps you reconnect to your own strength and stability. It’s designed to fit flexibly for those who need it. This session is mostly evening. This […]

Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Sheffield Half Marathon. A major event in the UK’s running calendar, the Sheffield Half Marathon is South Yorkshire’s biggest event of its kind. Thousands of runners of all abilities will be taking part, raising many thousands of pounds for numerous great causes. […]

Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Wolverhampton 10k. Join us for the brand new ROAD CLOSED Wolverhampton 10k. Starting and finishing at Molineux Stadium this race is open to all abilities and offers the perfect opportunity to run a chip timed 10k! You will each get a unique themed medal, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join Team Brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the City of Lincoln 10k 2026. This 10k is one of the biggest and best-loved road runs in the region. With brilliant support all round the route, a great goody bag and a trendy T-Shirt, it’s no surprise that thousands rock up and run every year. The […]

Join Team brainstrust as we take on the iconic Brighton Marathon for people living with a brain tumour diagnosis. The UK’s third largest marathon, not to mention most picturesque, will return on Sunday 12 April 2026! The fast and beautiful 26.2-mile course starts at Preston Park, and into Withdean before turning back down the London […]

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!  Waiting list places now available but limited.

Join Team Brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Shakespeare Half or Marathon 2026. This flat and fast route, follows 1 lap for the half marathon and 2 laps for the marathon. The majority of the route follows closed roads around the town, with the remainder on the Stratford Greenway footpath, a […]

Join brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Great Birmingham Run Series. The AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run is the Midlands’ biggest and best running event, with thousands of Brummie runners taking to the streets every year to challenge themselves and raise cash for charity. There’s everything you’d expect from a […]

Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Nuclear Races in Brentwood, Essex. Events are open to anyone and includes challenges at  6 & 12km. Nuclear is well known for delivering UK’s most award winning events with big, high quality, achievable, natural & man-made obstacles designed to test every ability […]

Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the 2025 Tough Mudder. The ultimate obstacle course challenge now has 20+ obstacles over a 15 Kilometre run. With no competition and no timing, it’s just you, your teammates and muddy strangers working together to conquer the course and earn the world-famous orange headband. […]

Join brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Great Bristol Run 2026. Each year, thousands of runners push their perseverance and passion to the limit and take on the super-scenic 10k and half marathon routes at the AJ Bell Great Bristol Run. If stunning views, inspiring history and graffiti murals are […]

Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at Leeds Half Marathon, Yorkshire’s biggest and loudest event.  With a fantastically vibrant atmosphere guaranteed, this run could be right up your street. The much-loved run raises hundreds of thousands of pounds for charity every year and often attracts more than 7,500 runners. The race starts […]

Join team brainstrust’s mission to help people with a brain tumour at the Rob Burrows Leeds Marathon. The Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon will see 7,777 participants take on a brand new route through Leeds that starts and finishes at Headingley Stadium.  This is an event that truly is for everyone, so whether you are an experienced runner […]

Join Team Brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Bidwells Oxford 10k Town & Gown 2026. As the only closed-route 10k race in Oxford, this sell-out event offers a unique opportunity to run on city roads amidst Oxford’s scenic landmarks and historic charm. The course also features beautiful stretches through the city’s […]

Join Us for this years Lark Rise Bike Ride: A Fantastic Day for All Get ready for another incredible Lark Rise Bike Ride! A fun, family-friendly event, this ride takes you through the stunning historic landscape that inspired Flora Thompson’s Lark Rise to Candleford. With three route options to choose from, there’s something for everyone!  […]

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 has […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join Team Brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Great Manchester Run series 2026.  Will you choose the 10k or Half Marathon? Join us for another spectacular running celebration in the heart of Manchester with the AJ Bell Great Manchester Run. The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved […]

Join Team Brainstrust’s mission to help those with a brain tumour at the Leeds Running Festival in June 2026. Join us for a unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon around Roundhay Park in Leeds, one of the biggest city parks in Europe. Each Mile will be accurately marked out and we have […]