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Newsletter No.96 September 2026

Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support
September 2026

Welcome to the start of a new month, as we welcome September and the world around us shifts its pace, our commitment to supporting our community remains steady and strong. We have been looking forward to 2027 and planning many things you have told us you find beneficial and will be trying a few new things.

We really do love suggestions and ideas so if you can think of something that would make a difference, please do let us know.

Open Evening Reminder – we will showcase the work we do to support people affected by cancer, the services we offer, how we raise funds, our premises and future plans. Our team, trustees and volunteers will be on hand to host you and answer any questions.
In this edition 

  1. Drop-in & Support Groups
  2. Thank you
  3. Recommended
  4. WhatsApp
  5. Support us (shop, online, donate)
  6. Library and Puzzles
  7. Fundraiser
  8. Beach Hut Update
    Please click on the social tiles below to be taken to the website for more information. We would like you to confirm your attendance for support groups going forward. Please read the update under WhatsApp.
*Please can we remind clients not to attend pre-booked sessions or workshops more than 15 minutes early due to events finishing and volunteers clearing down or setting up or meetings being undertaken prior. Thank you for your understanding.

1. Drop-in & Support Groups

 Click here to see all ALCS events – if you wish to attend any sessions please email csm@axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk

2. Thank you

Thank you Rosemary!

On Saturday 1 August, Rosemary took on an amazing abseil challenge … suspended high above the Jurassic Coast, she tackled a thrilling 40-meter vertical descent in aid of Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support.

Watch her brilliant video

Rosemary has raised an amazing almost £1200 so far!
Rosemary’s ALCS fundraiser! | Localgiving

Thank you to Jonathan and Jeremy who are currently cycling 1000 miles across France, St Malo to Nice, to raise money for Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support.

Its been a challenging ride so far and we couldn’t be more grateful!

They have raised an incredible £1460 to date … donate if you can and watch the latest video update.
St Malo to Nice – cycling 1000 miles for ALCS | Localgiving

Thank you Lyme Regis Golf Club for selecting Axminster and Lyme Regis as their chosen charity for 2026.

A great day was had by all at the Captain’s Charity Open.

Thank you to everyone who popped by to find out more and supported us on Saturday 15th August at our beach hut in Lyme Regis.

It was a hot and busy day at the beach reminding people to use sun protection, shade and hydrate.

3. Recommended Website/Podcast

Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure ―​ A Transformative Guide to Renew Your Body and Mind This is the reason why we run a cold-water swimming group…we have a supportive friendly team of instructors and volunteers who run the 8 week block to learn how to be safe in the sea. If you are interested please do let us know. The next block is 6th October 11am with an Introduction to Chill on 30th September   A copy of this book is in our library if you would like to read the ‘why’.

4. WhatsApp

WhatsApp Groups for New and Existing Clients

Please join our WhatsApp groups to sign up for events or email CSM@axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk if you do note use this platform to register your interest/attendance.

ALCS Acupuncture Clinic – Referral required
ALCS Men’s Group
ALCS Myeloma/Blood/Leukaemia
ALCS Breast Cancer Support
ALCS Bowel Cancer Support
ALCS Younger Person Support
ALCS Advanced Cancer Support
ALCS Fermented Food & Nutrition
ALCS Making A Mark – for those who have undertaken the course previously
ALCS Chill Cold Water Therapy – for those who have undertaken the course previously
ALCS Yoga – Referral required

Please send a text or WhatsApp to 07895 225371 or 07512 279663 to be added if you are an existing client. Please state your name and which of the above groups you would like to be added to.

5. Support us (shop, online, donate)

Shopping online?

Did you know you can raise FREE donations for Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support EVERY time you shop online. Just use easyfundraising! Over 8,000 retailers will donate, including all the big names like John Lewis & Partners, M&S, Waitrose, Tesco, Morrisons, BT, Boots, Argos, ASOS, New Look, Uswitch and many more! Please support us.

6. Library and Puzzles

Our library has been funded by a legacy. We are in the process of a stock take.
If you have any books/puzzles you have finished with please do return to us, for others to enjoy. We will be making contact with clients who may have outstanding items.

* If you find any puzzles which have pieces missing please can you take a photo of the gap, wrap the pieces together with the nearest bits and make us aware when returning. 

7. Fundraisers

We have some fantastic fundraising coming up in the next few weeks – take a look at some of the amazing challenges and donate if you can.

If you would like to take on a challenge and fundraise for us – do get in touch!

The Hills are Alive Sponsored Walk

In September we will be taking to the hills on our annual sponsored walk. This is always a fun morning out and one of our annual fundraisers. If you would like to donate to those taking part please click here

The deadline to sign up is 2nd September Register today!

READY, SET, RELAY!

The teams are starting to sign up, but there’s still time to get a team together!

Join the Lyme Regis Charity Relay Half Marathon and run, laugh and raise money together, with each team member running just 1.3 miles.

Every penny raised going to support Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support.

Get your team together, get involved and help make this a brilliant day!
Entry Form

8. Beach Hut

BEACH HUT UPDATE

We are delighted that the beach hut is popular and provides a safe place to relax and watch the world go by. As the charity has grown, we need to change how things work as there is more demand for the beach hut than dates available. Going forward we are adjusting the way we manage the beach hut. Those undergoing treatment/significant diagnoses or those recently bereaved will continue to have priority.

The code will be issued for October – December and eligible clients can book it for ONE day across these 3 months.

We will continue to have the WhatsApp group for any last minute available dates.  We realise this news may be disappointing but we are trying to navigate the easiest way to manage and maintain.  There will be a slight delay for these dates being released due to the changes being applied this end.

Newsletter No 96!
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