Members’ Events and Outings
For many people, the time when treatment has finished can be very challenging. While trying to find your way back into the life you had before your treatment, you may also be dealing with ongoing side effects from treatment and be seeking to regain self esteem and confidence. We call this a time for ‘facing the challenge of change’.
To help people during this challenge, Cherry Lodge sometime organises special events or outings. These can provide an opportunity for members to take the first step towards taking back control and moving forward in a safe and supportive environment which encourages social interaction.
Learn about Hypnotherapy at the Members’ Coffee Morning
Cherry Lodge’s new hypnotherapist, Kasia Johnson, will be attending our Members’ Coffee Morning at Howard House on Thursday 4th December 2025, from 10.30am to 11am. There will be an informal discussion and Kasia will talk about the many ways that hypnotherapy could help you on your cancer journey. Contact Nisha to book your space.
Talks by Interesting Speakers
During 2024 and 2025 a series of talks for members, volunteers and supporters was held on Wednesday afternoons at Howard House. The most recent of these, on Wednesday 3rd September 2025, was by Salima Jiwa and Ben Clarke, describing the many services provided by Age UK Barnet, from benefit checks to form filling, home support, and events.
Earlier talks covered ‘How to avoid Scams’ (again by Age UK Barnet) and Making a Will and Powers of Attorney (by solicitor Rafael Singer). Other interesting speakers included: Monique Deletant, CEO of Arts Depot, North Finchley; Ann Beatty, CEO of the Steve Sinnott Foundation; and Mike Noronha from Barnet Museum..
Cherry Lodge Lights of Love 2025
December 1, 2025The 2025 Cherry Lodge Cancer Care Lights of Love ceremony was held on the rather chilly evening of Sunday 30th November. Once again, this very special gathering took place outside the Cherry Lodge shop in Church Passage, Barnet. Thank you to CL Founder, Margaret, and Events Coordinator, Tina, for organising this memorable event. Margaret opened proceedings ...Easter 2025 Walk ‘n’ Talk
April 14, 2025Members and supporters of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care were again in good spirits at our annual Easter Walk ‘n’ Talk event, held in Oak Hill Park, Barnet on Sunday 13th April 2025. This event is not only an opportunity for people to get together and enjoy each other’s company, it is also an important event ...Easter 2025 Flower Arranging with Iris
April 11, 2025The Cherry Lodge Cancer Care flower arranging event, held at Hadley Memorial Hall on Thursday 10th April 2025, proved as popular as ever, with all 18 tickets sold well ahead of the date. This Easter-themed event was another excellent opportunity for CL members and supporters to see professional florist Iris in action and then, under ...Lights of Love 2024
November 26, 2024The Cherry Lodge Cancer Care annual Lights of Love ceremony was held on Sunday 24th November 2024. As previously, this very special gathering took place outside Cherry Lodge’s shop in Church Passage, Barnet. The weather forecast was pretty dreadful (despite a temperature of 17°) with Storm Bert bringing ferocious winds and heavy rain across the ...Sponsored Easter Walk and Talk 2024
March 25, 2024Supporters of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care returned to Oak Hill Park, Barnet on Sunday 24th March 2024 for our annual sponsored Easter Walk. This year’s Walk ‘n’ Talk event proved very popular, with over 30 people taking part and helping raise money to help fund CL’s much appreciated information and support services. Thankfully the weather stayed ...CL Drop Out Christmas lunch
December 13, 2023The Cherry Lodge Cancer Care Drop Out group met at Stone House (formerly the Old Red Lion) for a Christmas meal on Tuesday 12th December 2023. The event was attended by 23 members and was hosted by Yvonne, CL Home Visiting and Volunteer Coordinator, who often attends this group’s meetings. Stone House served a lovely three-course ...Cherry Lodge Lights of Love 2023
November 20, 2023On Sunday 19th November 2023, a large group of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care supporters, members, volunteers and staff gathered outside the Cherry Lodge shop to hold our ‘Lights of Love’ ceremony. This special gathering is undoubtedly one of CL’s most important annual events. People are invited in advance to make a donation to sponsor a ...Walk and Stall in Oakhill Park
April 3, 2023The BBC weather forecast for Cherry Lodge Cancer Care’s Walk and Stall event in Barnet’s Oakhill Park on 2nd April 2023 was not exactly accurate. Instead of warm and sunny, the morning was decidedly chilly and grey. Despite this, around thirty members and supporters of CL came along to the park to enjoy each other’s ...Lights of Love ceremony 2022
November 28, 2022The Cherry Lodge Cancer Care ‘Lights of Love’ ceremony is one of our charity’s most important annual events. People are invited in advance to make a donation to sponsor a symbolic light to remember a loved one – often someone who has died but also others who might appreciate a token of love on a ...Walk through historical Barnet
October 7, 2022It was gloriously sunny during the afternoon of Thursday 6th October 2002, when a group from Cherry Lodge Cancer Care enjoyed a fun historical walk around Chipping (High) Barnet. The walk was led by Paul Baker, a qualified City of London guide, who lives locally and loves to share his deep knowledge of Barnet’s history. We ...