Where and when we meet

Meetings are informal. You can join in as much or as little as you like. Some include a guest speaker or useful information, while others are simply a chance to chat over tea or coffee.

Below you will find some of our regular events with more included on our Calendar of Events page.

A stroll in Burghley Park - First Saturday of the month

A gentle stroll through the park at your own pace. A softer first step if a meeting feels too much. Coffee afterwards for anyone who fancies one.

When - First Saturday of the month at 10:30am

Where - Burghley Park, Stamford

Parking & access - Free parking at Burghley visitor car park.

Booking - No booking — call or message on WhatsApp to confirm the meet point. Wear comfy shoes.

Meeting contact - Contact Joan on 07352 979613

Stamford afternoon meeting - Fourth Tuesday of the month

Our main monthly get-together at the Stamford Day Centre. Informal chat over tea and coffee, and often a guest speaker on a helpful topic.

When - Fourth Tuesday of the month at 2pm

Where - Stamford Day Centre, 33 Ryhall Road, Stamford PE9 1UF

Parking & access - Parking at the Day Centre and step-free access. On the bus? The Delaine 201 and Blands 182 both stop at Stamford Hospital, opposite the Day Centre.

Booking - No need to book — just turn up. Call or email first if you'd like a welcome.

Meeting contact - Contact Joan on 07352 979613 — call 07352 979613

Oakham morning meeting - Third Thursday of the month

A relaxed morning meeting at the Quaker Meeting House with a mix of chat, information sharing, and occasional visitors from local services. Drop in for a few minutes or stay a while.

When - Third Thursday of the month 10:30am

Where - Quaker Meeting House, Gaol Street, Oakham LE15 6AQ

Parking & access - Town centre car parks a short walk away.

Booking - Drop in — no booking required.

Meeting contact - Contact Chrissie at [email protected] — call 07352 979613

Melton Mowbray morning meeting - First Thursday of the month

A friendly morning meeting at the Harboro' Hotel. Family members and carers are just as welcome.

When - First Thursday of the month at 10:30am

Where - Harboro' Hotel, Melton Mowbray LE13 1AF

Parking & access - Parking at the hotel

Booking - No booking needed

Meeting contact - Contact Jane on 01664 424595, or email [email protected] — call 07352 979613

Related local groups

Stamford Prostate Support Group

Stamford Prostate Cancer Support was started by three couples whose lives have been impacted by prostate cancer. We met each other in 2024 in the Stamford & Rutland Cancer Support Group, and decided we wanted to form our own spin-off group for guys who've had prostate cancer.

The Stamford Prostate Cancer Support group is open to all men and their partners. Our mission is to help men with a prostate cancer diagnosis before, during, and after treatment.

We meet once a month for a chat, a cup of tea, and sometimes a talk from a guest speaker, such as a health professional.

If you know someone who has been affected by prostate cancer and is struggling, tell them about this group. The group is open to partners, families, and friends as well as those with a prostate cancer diagnosis and we meet at 6.30pm on the third Wednesday of the month at Stamford Rugby Club.

email: [email protected]

Facebook: stamfordprostatecancersupport

Website: stamfordprostatecancersupport.org.uk

Ryhall Cancer Support and Wellbeing

The Ryhall Cancer Support and Wellbeing group welcomes anyone affected by any type of cancer, especially family and friends.

They meet at 7.30pm at the Methodist Chapel, Mill Street, Ryhall, PE9 4HQ on the second Wednesday of the month and arrange events which are planned to include families, especially children.

Contact Jo for more information 07725 262364

Email: [email protected]

How to find our venues

Please see our corresponding maps below.

  1. Stroll in Burghley Park - First Saturday of the month

  2. Stamford afternoon meeting - Fourth Tuesday of the month

  3. Oakham morning meeting - Third Thursday of the month

  4. Melton Mowbray - First Thursday of the month