The Cove Macmillan Support Centre

16/02/2026

Nicola Jane have some appointments available for their clinic on Thursday 19th February

📍 Truro Bra Fitting Clinic (at The Cove Macmillan Support Centre)

Where: The Cove Macmillan Support Centre, Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, TR1 3LJ (Truro, Cornwall, England)

What: One-to-one personalised bra fitting service by a Nicola Jane Breast Care Specialist.
Designed for women who have had, or are preparing for, breast surgery (e.g., mastectomy, reconstruction) and need expert advice on fitting mastectomy or post-surgery bras.
Booking: Appointments are booked via the Nicola Jane website or by contacting their fitting team (phone 01243 537300 / see site for email contacts).

💡 Tip: These clinics rotate through different regions every month, so it’s good to check the Nicola Jane calendar for the next Truro date and book ahead.

Would you like me to help you find the next available appointment date for the Truro clinic?

16/02/2026

🌸 Cancer Support Group Meeting 🌸

Whether you are newly diagnosed or in treatment — we invite you to join us for an morning of connection, encouragement, and understanding.

🗓 Date: Tuesday 17th February
🕒 Time: 10am -12pm
📍 Location: Hanover Court, Wharf Road, Penzance

This is a safe, welcoming space to share experiences, ask questions, listen, and find strength in community. Sometimes just being in a room with others who truly understand can make all the difference.

Together, we support. Together, we heal. 💗

Please contact the Cove for more information
email: thecove@nhs.net
call: 01872 256363

12/02/2026

Cold Water Swimming – Gentle Sessions for People with a Cancer Diagnosis
We’re running calm, supportive cold water swimming sessions for people living with a cancer diagnosis.
📍 Location: Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
📅 Date: April 23rd for 8 weeks
September 3rd for 8 weeks
⏰ Time: 9.30am & 10.30am
These sessions are about choice, care, and connection. Whether you dip, paddle, or just sit by the water and take it all in, you’re welcome exactly as you are.
💙 Small, supportive group
❄️ No pressure — you’re always in control
🌊 Gentle, steady pace
🤍 A space to meet others who truly get it
🛟 Supported by a very chill UK lifeguard (so you’re in safe hands)
Cold water can feel grounding, empowering, and surprisingly peaceful — but there’s absolutely no expectation to do more than feels right for you on the day.
If you or someone you love might benefit, pop us a message or comment below for more details.
You don’t have to be brave. You just have to show up.
Please contact the Cove for more information
email: thecove@nhs.net
call: 01872 256363

Cold Water Swimming – Gentle Sessions for People with a Cancer Diagnosis

We’re running calm, supportive cold water swimming sessions for people living with a cancer diagnosis.

📍 Location: Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
📅 Date: April 23rd for 8 weeks
September 3rd for 8 weeks
⏰ Time: 9.30am & 10.30am

These sessions are about choice, care, and connection. Whether you dip, paddle, or just sit by the water and take it all in, you’re welcome exactly as you are.

💙 Small, supportive group
❄️ No pressure — you’re always in control
🌊 Gentle, steady pace
🤍 A space to meet others who truly get it
🛟 Supported by a very chill UK lifeguard (so you’re in safe hands)

Cold water can feel grounding, empowering, and surprisingly peaceful — but there’s absolutely no expectation to do more than feels right for you on the day.

If you or someone you love might benefit, pop us a message or comment below for more details.

You don’t have to be brave. You just have to show up.

Please contact the Cove for more information
email: thecove@nhs.net
call: 01872 256363

12/02/2026

🌿✨ Nurturing Through Nature at Potager Garden ✨🌿

At Potager Garden, we offer gentle, therapeutic gardening and cooking sessions thoughtfully tailored for individuals living with a cancer diagnosis and their loved ones.

Surrounded by the beauty of nature, our sessions provide a calm and supportive space to reconnect — with the earth, with nourishing food, and with each other. From planting and harvesting to preparing wholesome, seasonal dishes, every activity is designed to soothe, empower, and inspire.

🌱 No experience needed
🥕 Seasonal, hands-on cooking
💛 Supportive environment for patients and loved ones
🌸 Time to breathe, share, and heal together

Whether you’re looking for a moment of peace, practical skills for nourishing meals, or simply meaningful time outdoors, Potager Garden welcomes you.

To learn more or reserve a place, please get in touch — we would love to welcome you into the garden.

contact the Cove;
email: thecove@nhs.net
call: 01872 256363

Starting March 19th running over 8 sessions

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04/02/2026

Join us for a monthly session that gently weaves mindful movement, calming breath, and restorative practices. 🌿
A soft, supportive space to relax, reconnect, and nurture your overall wellbeing. 💛

📞 To book your place, contact The Cove on 01872 256363
📧 Or email thecove@nhs.net

03/02/2026

Music therapy offer gentle emotional and physical support for people living with cancer. Personalised sessions can help reduce anxiety, ease discomfort and promote calm during treatment or recovery-no musical experience needed, just space to relax and feel supported through the power of music

03/02/2026

Falmouth Walk and Maritime Museum
Wed 4th Feb 10.00hrs
Meet at Pendennis Community Centre, Falmouth, TR11 4NG

Join the Cove and South west Coast path Association as we explore Pendennis Headland before making our way to Falmouth Maritime Museum.
The walk is around 3 miles and will take us from the Community Centre out to Pendennis Point. This will include views across Falmouth Bay and the two castles. From here we will make our way into town, where we have kindly been invited to Falmouth Maritime Museum. The group will be given an hour to explore the museum, before meeting in the cafe for a drink and a chat. We will finish the day with a short stroll back to the start point.
Participants are welcome to meet us at the Maritime Museum if they prefer, meeting time at 11.00hrs.
Please email thecove@nhs.net or call 01872 256363 to book your place. Booking is essential and space limited

02/02/2026

Look Good Feel Better Workshop * New Venue* Fowey Hall Hotel

To compliment the offer of Look Good Feel Better Workshops at the Cove, Royal Cornwall Hospital, we are now offering a second venue, Fowey Hall Hotel. The session will take place on Monday 23rd February
Please book via the link below

https://www.tfaforms.com/4919520?wsid=a0TP200000y4yob

02/02/2026

We have Bridget, Aromatherapist coming along to our next Young Adults group at the Cove on Wednesday 25th February.

To book a place, contact the cove
📞 01872 256363
📧 thecove@nhs.net

Young Adults Support Group (Under 55s) at The Cove 💚

Have you been diagnosed with cancer and are under 55?

Our Young Adults Support Group at The Cove Macmillan Support Centre provides a relaxed, supportive space to connect with others who understand, share experiences, and take time for yourself in a safe and welcoming environment.

Get in touch to find out more or to book your place.

📅 Wednesday 21st January
⏰ 17.00 – 19.00

📍 The Cove Macmillan Support Centre
📧 thecove@nhs.net

📞 01872 256363

02/02/2026

Our next Can-Sir meet is at the National Maritime Museum, Falmouth on Monday 23rd February at 10am.

Contact the Cove thecove@nhs.net ; 01872 256363 to book a place

Can-Sir Men’s Support Group
For men with a cancer diagnosis 💙

Join our Can-Sir Men’s Support Group for a relaxed and supportive get-together in a unique setting.

📅 Tuesday 27th January
⏰ 14.30
📍 Hall for Cornwall – Backstage Heritage Tours

This is a great opportunity to connect with others who understand, enjoy a behind-the-scenes heritage tour, and spend time together in a welcoming environment.

📞 To book a place, contact The Cove Macmillan Support Centre
☎️ 01872 256363
📧 thecove@nhs.net

29/01/2026

🌿 Free Support Session for School Professionals 🌿

Are you a school professional supporting children and families when an adult has been diagnosed with cancer?

The Cove is offering a FREE full-day session to help guide and support you in this vital work, delivered alongside
🤝 Penhaligon’s Friends
🤝 Fruitfly Collective
🤝 Ruth Strauss Foundation

📅 Friday 6th March
⏰ 9:00am – 3:30pm
📍 The Cove Macmillan Support Centre

✨ Already making a difference across Cornwall
So far, 106 professionals from 67 schools across Cornwall have attended this session — with fantastic feedback, including:

“Every single part of the course was helpful, reassuring and inspirational… I left feeling optimistic and confident.”

“Very empowering, informative and understanding, with an incredible range of practical resources.”

“Thank you for giving me the confidence to help young people when a parent or family member has cancer.”

This session offers practical guidance, child-centred approaches, and valuable resources to help you feel more confident supporting children and families through an incredibly challenging time.

⚠️ Spaces are limited, so early registration is recommended.

📧 Register your interest: thecove@nhs.net

📞 Call: 01872 256363

Please feel free to share with colleagues who may benefit 💙

27/01/2026

✍️ Take part in a new expressive writing study

We’re inviting people with a cancer diagnosis to take part in an exciting new study exploring the therapeutic effects of expressive writing.

The sessions will be held here at The Cove, starting next week, and offer a gentle, supportive space to write and reflect. No writing experience is needed.

Session times:
🗓 Tuesday 3rd & 17th February | 10:00–11:00am
🗓 Thursday 5th, 12th & 26th February | 1:00–2:00pm
& 3:00-4:00pm
🗓 Thursday 19th February | 3:00–4:00pm

Evening Sessions and online sessions also available.

📍 Location: The Cove

Please see poster below for further information and contact details: