Bone Cancer Research Trust

04/02/2026

This , we are proud to announce our first research funding call for 2026.

This new call will provide funding of up to £650,000 to support an Early Career Fellowship - a clear sign of our commitment to supporting the next generation of researchers dedicated to improving outcomes for primary bone cancer patients.

This will be the second Early Career Fellowship the Bone Cancer Research Trust has committed to, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who has fundraised and supported us to make this possible. It is thanks to you that talented researchers can pursue vital work that brings hope, improved treatments and ultimately will change the lives of patients and families facing bone cancer.

Here is Dr Lucia Cottone, who was awarded our first-ever Early Research Fellowship, sharing more about the difference this funding has made to her work and why grants like this matter.

For more information, please visit: https://ow.ly/akLc50Y8S21

04/02/2026

The Support & Information team were delighted to attend the NWCTYA Conference 2026 (North West Children & TYA Cancer Conference) yesterday, for the second year in a row – this time exhibiting as well as listening to vital talks and updates. This event brings together healthcare teams, charities and partners focused on improving cancer care across the region, and beyond.

With World Cancer Day today and the National Cancer Plan for England being published today, we heard important previews and insights. The government has announced an annual £10 million fund to help cover travel costs for families of children and young people with cancer, assisting families to receive the specialist care they need.

Expanding genomic testing and personalised treatment is a key priority in discussions around the new National Cancer Plan. We also heard positive on-the-ground updates from speakers on increased sample collection from Teenage and Young Adult cancer patients in the North West. The emerging cancer plan also places a strong focus on research and innovation for rarer cancers and improving children’s access to clinical trials, all vital for those facing a primary bone cancer diagnosis.

It was inspiring to hear about the great work across the NHS and Paediatric Oncology Shared Care Units to provide holistic, age-appropriate care close to home, and to hear from a reflective and insightful panel of young people affected by cancer. We made many connections with cancer healthcare professionals and shared details of our support service wide and far - including our helpline, Financial Assistance Grants, information resources and peer support.

Find out more about our Support and Information Service: https://ow.ly/uYuE50Y8RSh

04/02/2026

“We’re pleased to see in the National Cancer Plan for England a specific focus on rare and less common cancers. We understand there is still more to be done, and the plans are to be implemented but we have been listened too, and this is a fantastic step forward, one that our community has helped to make happen.” - Will Burchell, Chief Executive

Today on the Department of Health and Social Care - DHSC have published the National Cancer Plan, an encouraging step in the right direction. We will continue working with the bone cancer community, alongside other cancer charities and the government, to drive meaningful change for everyone affected by bone cancer 🧡

Thank you to everyone who helped shape the new plan. We've included some key points in this post and we’ll share further updates soon, including what this means for the bone cancer community.

04/02/2026

Today is , a day where we come together to raise awareness worldwide of the impact cancer has.

Each year, thousands of people are diagnosed with primary bone cancer around the world, and their voices deserve to be heard 🧡

Please share your story and and connect with others in the comments.

We'd really appreciate you sharing this post to raise more awareness and inspire positive change.

03/02/2026

Ahead of , we want to ensure you know about our information resources - they are available worldwide for anyone who needs more information about primary bone cancer.

We are also thrilled to announce we have once again been re-certified under the Patient Information Forum - PIF TICK scheme!

Achieving PIF TICK certification demonstrates our commitment to high-quality health information and is a quick and easy way to assure our supporters that BCRT’s information is reliable and trustworthy.

If you see the PIF TICK on our information, this means you can be certain that Bone Cancer Research Trust has made sure it is evidence-based, understandable, up-to-date and produced to the best possible standard ⭐

To find out more about our PIF TICK accreditation and how we produce information, please visit: https://ow.ly/rgmG50Y84eA

03/02/2026

Breaking news!

Ahead of the National Cancer Plan been released tomorrow on , the Government have announced a £10 million financial support package for families of children and young people with cancer to cover travel costs to and from treatments.

This commitment ensures families and children will get the treatment and support they need, taking away some of the worry at no extra cost to them.

We hope to see further positive change in the full National Cancer Plan tomorrow! 🧡

No family should be out of pocket because their child has cancer.

Our new £10 million fund will cover their travel costs, as part of the National Cancer Plan.

This means everyone can get the same care, regardless of family income and location.

03/02/2026

We were truly honoured to be at 10 Downing Street alongside fellow cancer charities to mark World Cancer Day.

Our Chief Executive, Will Burchell, and Patient Advocate, Andy Westwood, were incredibly proud to represent bone cancer patients and give a voice to their experiences.

Coming together today to mark World Cancer Day and the launch of the new National Cancer Plan reminds us of the strength we share, the hope that drives us, and the progress we will continue to build together 🧡

UK Prime Minister

28/01/2026

Save the date! ✨

We are pleased to announce our 20th Anniversary Bone Cancer Ball, a truly special evening marking 20 years of making a difference 🧡

- Saturday 14th November 2026
- The Royal Armouries – New Dock Hall, Leeds

Join us for an unforgettable night of inspiration, celebration, and impact. Tickets from £80 go on sale in March 2026.

Register your interest for early access and a chance to win two free tickets: https://ow.ly/rXsF50Y4Sot

With special thanks to our Platinum Sponsor WWSA. Want to join them? To find out more about sponsorship opportunities, email events@bcrt.org.uk

27/01/2026

The Royal Parks Half Marathon ballot is open! If you’re lucky enough to get a place, we’d love you to run in support of Bone Cancer Research Trust 🧡

There are two ways to get involved:
- Charity place runner – places available with a £30 registration fee and a minimum fundraising target of £350. We’ll support you every step of the way.
- Secured a ballot place? Join and raise whatever you can to help change lives of those affected by bone cancer.

Every mile you run goes towards funding vital research and improving outcomes.

Together, we can make every step count 💙🧡

The ballot closes on Friday 6th February, apply now: https://ow.ly/F2gQ50Y4efl

23/01/2026

January is a time when the post-Christmas slump hits, cold weather and darker days can feel especially heavy.

We’d love to bring a little brightness to your day and a chance to switch off, so we’re offering £20 cinema or theatre vouchers! 🎞️

Who can apply?
- Children, teens & young adults (up to 25) who are UK residents receiving treatment or follow up care for primary bone cancer or tumour

18+ can apply for themselves. Under 18? A parent or carer can apply for you!

Apply here and find out more: https://ow.ly/XhW650Y18Xk

If you have any questions or ever need support our Support & Information Service is here for you:
0800 111 4855 📞
Support@bcrt.org.uk ✉️

22/01/2026

We’re giving a big to everyone who took part in and supported the London City Voices Choir Christmas concert in early December 🎶

Thank you, Euan and Laura Liddle, for all your unwavering support, for coordinating the collection and for continually championing the cause. Huge thank you to Laura for doing an amazing half time speech too!

Euan’s place of work, STRABAG UK Environment Team, chose the Bone Cancer Research Trust to support as its charity of the year partner because of his young daughter, who has Ewing sarcoma.

A special shoutout goes to his colleague, Tom Farmer, a tenor in the choir and the person responsible for nominating the charity during the London City Voices Christmas concert.

We’d also like to thank Richard Swan, choir Director, and the entire London City Voices Choir for sharing their exceptional talent and making the evening so special.

Thank you as well to Marcelle Hornshaw from the SCS Joint Venture team and her husband Derek, and to Lynn McCloghry and all at Eversage Associates for their generous contribution.

Together, you raised an incredible £4,063 in support of Bone Cancer Research Trust.

We’re so grateful to everyone involved for their amazing generosity. It sounds like a wonderful evening was had by all and it will help to drive our vital research and provide support to people affected by primary bone cancer 🧡

Feeling inspired? Visit https://ow.ly/6jxH50VhaOL to request your FREE digital tool kit!

Photography credit:
- Caro Swan SwanAround Photography
- Matty Swan

22/01/2026

Thank you to Mission Darts for your continued support of the The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research 🧡

We're so grateful to Olly Croft’s family for their generosity and for supporting The Ethan King Fund through the sale of the Olly Croft Limited Edition Darts.

Ethan was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma in 2018, at just nine years old, and over the next seven years he faced many rounds of treatment and surgeries but sadly passed on 13th March 2025, just weeks before his 16th birthday.

Support by clicking the link below:

Mission are delighted to extend their partnership with The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research as its official charity partner.