Events Programme - Cherry Lodge Cancer Care

Cherry Lodge Cancer Care fundraisers work hard to put on an interesting and varied programme of events. Very successful CL events in the run up to Christmas 2024 included the Cherry Lodge Christmas Fair on 30th November, the Festive Extravaganza at The Landsby on 9th December, and Carol Singing in The Spires by local schoolchildren on Wednesdays 4th and 11th December. Thank you very much indeed to all our fundraisers. Information about exciting new events will be posted early in the New Year.

On this page of the website you can see our events programme presented in two different ways. Use the drop-down menu immediately below this text to select either ‘Agenda’ (an interactive list with dates, which is the default option) or ‘Month’ (an interactive calendar that shows the planned events month by month). Each of these options provides an overview of our scheduled events.

You can find out more detailed information about an event in the following ways. If you are using the Agenda view, click on an event to see a display box and a Read More button to take you to the event page, where you will find full details including a map. If you are using the Monthly Calendar, hover your cursor over an event date to see a display box and then click to go to the event page.

Kate’s Channel Challenge @ Kate's local swimming pool

Oct 10 all-day

Kate Burdett (aka Murphy), a member of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care, has signed up for a novel fundraising challenge to thank Cherry Lodge for its ongoing support (see her story below).

During a two-week period starting on 10th October 2018 (a week later than originally planned), Kate is undertaking a ‘Channel Challenge’ involving swimming 22 miles at her local swimming pool – a distance equivalent to crossing the English Channel! Please visit Kate’s JustGiving page to sponsor her and raise funds to help Cherry Lodge Cancer Care continue its good work.

Kate’s Story

“As many of you are aware I have battled cancer and am currently winning! After lots of surgery I have what will hopefully be the last big one coming up next year and want to give something back while I’m fit and able before the big op. Cherry Lodge in Barnet is an independent cancer charity who have supported me since my initial diagnosis and continue to do so.

As a thank you I am raising money for them by completing a Channel Challenge in October which will involve swimming 22 miles over a two week period at my local pool. I hope you are able to support me and this wonderful charity! Many thanks x”

Walk 5k for Cherry Lodge @ Trent Park

Oct 13 all-day

Thirty walkers (including two children and two dogs) will be raising money for Cherry Lodge Cancer Care by joining our group of participants at Trent Park, Cockfosters on Saturday 13th October 2018.

Our group will set off together to walk – or run if they like – the 5k course on the day of the North London Autumn 5k and 10k Run. This annual event at Trent Park is super friendly and a lot of fun. It is a great opportunity to get together with friends and family to take exercise and enjoy beautiful woods and parkland. There will be a Cherry Lodge picnic at the end of the walk.

For more information and tickets, please contact Tina on 020 8441 7000 or email Tina. As this is a fundraising event as well as an opportunity to enjoy yourself, Cherry Lodge is asking for a minimum sponsorship pledge of £50 per person.

The following people have set up JustGiving pages and would appreciate your support. Please click on their names to visit JustGiving and donate: Christine Butt; Nicola Harrison; Tina Papasavva; Gemma Patten.

Kate’s Channel Challenge @ Kate's local swimming pool

Oct 16 all-day

Kate Burdett (aka Murphy), a member of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care, has signed up for a novel fundraising challenge to thank Cherry Lodge for its ongoing support (see her story below).

During a two-week period starting on 10th October 2018 (a week later than originally planned), Kate is undertaking a ‘Channel Challenge’ involving swimming 22 miles at her local swimming pool – a distance equivalent to crossing the English Channel! Please visit Kate’s JustGiving page to sponsor her and raise funds to help Cherry Lodge Cancer Care continue its good work.

Kate’s Story

“As many of you are aware I have battled cancer and am currently winning! After lots of surgery I have what will hopefully be the last big one coming up next year and want to give something back while I’m fit and able before the big op. Cherry Lodge in Barnet is an independent cancer charity who have supported me since my initial diagnosis and continue to do so.

As a thank you I am raising money for them by completing a Channel Challenge in October which will involve swimming 22 miles over a two week period at my local pool. I hope you are able to support me and this wonderful charity! Many thanks x”

Pink Barrow Tombola 2018 @ The Spires Shopping Centre

Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

October is national Breast Cancer Awareness month and, as usual, Cherry Lodge Cancer Care will be putting on a fantastic Pink Barrow Tombola in The Spires Shopping Centre, Barnet.

Our 2018 event will take place on Saturday 20th October from 11am until 4pm. Cherry Lodge Cancer Care will be helping raise awareness of breast cancer as well as raising money for our information and support services, which are provided free of charge to anyone affected by cancer, including family members and carers.

Please come along to The Spires and enjoy the fun. There will be lots of attractive pink prizes to be won – and all you need do to win is pick a ticket bearing a number ending in zero or five!

Kate’s Channel Challenge @ Kate's local swimming pool

Oct 23 all-day

Kate Burdett (aka Murphy), a member of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care, has signed up for a novel fundraising challenge to thank Cherry Lodge for its ongoing support (see her story below).

During a two-week period starting on 10th October 2018 (a week later than originally planned), Kate is undertaking a ‘Channel Challenge’ involving swimming 22 miles at her local swimming pool – a distance equivalent to crossing the English Channel! Please visit Kate’s JustGiving page to sponsor her and raise funds to help Cherry Lodge Cancer Care continue its good work.

Kate’s Story

“As many of you are aware I have battled cancer and am currently winning! After lots of surgery I have what will hopefully be the last big one coming up next year and want to give something back while I’m fit and able before the big op. Cherry Lodge in Barnet is an independent cancer charity who have supported me since my initial diagnosis and continue to do so.

As a thank you I am raising money for them by completing a Channel Challenge in October which will involve swimming 22 miles over a two week period at my local pool. I hope you are able to support me and this wonderful charity! Many thanks x”

Dawn Ledgard’s Autumn 2018 Clothes Sale @ Hadley Wood Association Centre

Oct 24 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

The new fashion season is upon us and you are warmly invited to attend Dawn Ledgard’s Autumn 2018 Clothes Sale on Wednesday 24th October. These popular seasonal sales offer a good value opportunity to buy from an extensive range of beautiful designer clothing, jewellery and accessories.

As usual, this sale will be held at the Hadley Wood Association Centre (behind the Tennis Club at 7 Crescent East). As past customers know, buying here is much more convenient than a trip into the West End. It is also much more enjoyable and reliable than buying online. Why not bring a friend and take a break to chat over coffee?

Donations of £1 at the door, plus commission on sales, will be given to Cherry Lodge Cancer Care to help fund our valuable services for people affected by cancer.

Birthday Brews & Soul @ The Black Horse

Oct 27 @ 7:30 pm – Oct 28 @ 1:00 am

Join in the festivities and help Summer Soulstice mark the 5th anniversary of Brews and Soul at Barnet’s Black Horse pub on Saturday 27th October 2018, from 7.30pm until 1am.

With Soulful Beats from regular DJs Double-J and Jester Groove plus special guest Frostie.

As always the Black Horse staff will be offering a wide selection of cask beers along with a great wine list and an ever-changing choice of craft beers, including the now famous Soul Brew.

Visit the Summer Soulstice website for full details. Buy Birthday Brews tickets online or in person direct from the venue. Tickets cost £5 in advance, plus a limited number of £10 tickets on the night (unless previously sold out).

A percentage of the proceeds from Birthday Brews will go towards costs for next year’s Summer Soulstice festival to be held on Saturday 22nd June 2019.

Cherry Lodge Christmas Market 2018 @ St James Church

Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cherry Lodge Cancer Care is pleased to announce that we will be holding our annual Christmas Market on Saturday 1st December 2018. As previously, the venue will be St James Church, 71 East Barnet Road, New Barnet and the event will run from 11am until 4pm.

Do come along and join us for some pre-Christmas shopping and fun. Attractions will include craft stalls, Christmas decorations, plants, preserves, portrait painting by Julia Sterland, tombola, raffle and hot refreshments. To amuse the children, there will be Santa in his Grotto, face painting and a Kid’s Corner with various activities.

The entry fee for adults is 50p (including a free raffle ticket); children get free entry. All proceeds will go to Cherry Lodge Cancer Care to help fund our many services for people affected by cancer This event has been kindly sponsored by Barclays Bank.

Barnet Street Fair – CL street collection and shop open @ Cherry Lodge Shop

Dec 2 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The annual Barnet pre-Christmas Street Fair will be taking place on Sunday 1st December 2019 and this year’s event promises to be a very good day for supporters of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care.

The main streets will be closed to traffic and hundreds of people are expected to turn out to enjoy this annual Mayor’s Appeal event. As in previous years, there will be a street procession and live entertainment, as well as stalls offering a tempting assortment of food, drink, craft and gift items.

Cherry Lodge volunteers will be taking part in the street collection and the Cherry Lodge Shop in Church Passage will be open specially, from 12 noon until 4pm. Make the most of the afternoon and show your support for Cherry Lodge Cancer Care. Please give generously and come along to the Cherry Lodge shop to enjoy some Christmas shopping, chat with friends and enjoy a mince pie.

Barnet Street Fair – CL street collection and shop open @ Cherry Lodge Shop

Dec 2 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The annual Barnet pre-Christmas Street Fair will be taking place on Sunday 1st December 2019 and this year’s event promises to be a very good day for supporters of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care.

The main streets will be closed to traffic and hundreds of people are expected to turn out to enjoy this annual Mayor’s Appeal event. As in previous years, there will be a street procession and live entertainment, as well as stalls offering a tempting assortment of food, drink, craft and gift items.

Cherry Lodge volunteers will be involved in the street collection and the Cherry Lodge Shop in Church Passage will be open specially, from 12 noon until 4pm. Make the most of the afternoon and show your support for Cherry Lodge Cancer Care. Please give generously and come along to the Cherry Lodge shop to enjoy some Christmas shopping, chat with friends and enjoy a mince pie.

Schoolchildren Singing Carols for Cherry Lodge @ The Spires Shopping Centre

Dec 5 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Children from Barnet schools will be singing carols and other festive music in The Spires Shopping Centre on Wednesday 5th and Wednesday 12th December 2018. As last year, the children will sing from the balcony next to Waitrose, while Cherry Lodge volunteers will be collecting money at ground level! Please come along and show your support and so help fund Cherry Lodge’s many services for local people affected by cancer.

The following schools will be taking part on Wednesday 5th December:

10.30-11am Cromer Road School
11-11.30am Foulds School
1-1.30pm Livingstone School

Taking part on Wednesday 12th December will be:

10-11am Broadfields School
11-11.30am Danegrove School
2-2.30pm QE Boys’ School

Wizard of Oz: the Pantomime @ The Intimate Theatre

Dec 6 @ 7:30 pm

The London Pantomimers have selected ‘Wizard of Oz: the Pantomime’ for their 2018 production, and, at the end of each performance, will be holding a charity collection in aid of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care. The Pantomimers have been entertaining London families for over 70 years and the talented cast of local Scouts and Guides can always be relied on to put on a great show for young and old alike! Be prepared to cheer, boo, laugh and dance – audience participation is definitely encouraged.

The pantomime venue is The Intimate Theatre, Green Lanes, Palmers Green, N13 4DH. The show will run from Thursday 6th December to Saturday 15th December, with performance times as follows:

Thursday 6th December: 7.30pm
Friday 7th December: 7.30pm
Saturday 8th December: 1pm and 5pm
Sunday 9th December: 2.30pm
Monday 10th December: no performance
Tuesday 11th December: 7.30pm
Wednesday 12th December: 7.30pm
Thursday 13th December: 7.30pm
Friday 14th December: 7.30pm
Saturday 15th December: 1 pm and 5pm

Tickets cost £14 for adults and £10 for children and concessions. To purchase tickets, please phone the Box Office on 07932 607 901 or book online (with small booking fee) via the London Pantomimers’ website.

Christmas Shopping & Lunch for Ladies @ The Penridge Suite

Dec 7 @ 11:00 am

This annual event, organised by One&Only Events, provides a great opportunity for local ladies to get the festive season off to an excellent start! Catch up with friends and colleagues at The Penridge Suite, 470 Bowes Road, London N11 1NL on Friday 7th December 2018 to enjoy a spot of shopping followed by lunch.

Tickets cost £23, including a selection of meze dips, Christmas lunch, dessert, wine and soft drinks. All proceeds from an attractive raffle will be donated to Cherry Lodge Cancer Care.

Doors will open for shopping at 11am and you will find plenty of Christmas gift ideas or personal treats on offer on the stalls. Lunch will follow at 12.30pm.

To book your table please call 07748 626 002 or 020 8368 5332.

Wizard of Oz: the Pantomime @ The Intimate Theatre

Dec 8 @ 7:30 pm

The London Pantomimers have selected ‘Wizard of Oz: the Pantomime’ for their 2018 production, and, at the end of each performance, will be holding a charity collection in aid of Cherry Lodge Cancer Care. The Pantomimers have been entertaining London families for over 70 years and the talented cast of local Scouts and Guides can always be relied on to put on a great show for young and old alike! Be prepared to cheer, boo, laugh and dance – audience participation is definitely encouraged.

The pantomime venue is The Intimate Theatre, Green Lanes, Palmers Green, N13 4DH. The show will run from Thursday 6th December to Saturday 15th December, with performance times as follows:

Thursday 6th December: 7.30pm
Friday 7th December: 7.30pm
Saturday 8th December: 1pm and 5pm
Sunday 9th December: 2.30pm
Monday 10th December: no performance
Tuesday 11th December: 7.30pm
Wednesday 12th December: 7.30pm
Thursday 13th December: 7.30pm
Friday 14th December: 7.30pm
Saturday 15th December: 1 pm and 5pm

Tickets cost £14 for adults and £10 for children and concessions. To purchase tickets, please phone the Box Office on 07932 607 901 or book online (with small booking fee) via the London Pantomimers’ website.

Lights of Love Ceremony 2018 @ The Spires Shopping Centre

Dec 9 @ 4:30 pm

The Cherry Lodge Cancer Care annual ‘Lights of Love’ ceremony offers an opportunity for people to come together to remember a loved one, to mark a special occasion, as a token of love, or simply to enjoy the company of others.

Before the event, people are invited to make a donation to Cherry Lodge Cancer Care to sponsor a symbolic light on the bandstand at The Spires Shopping Centre in Barnet. Everyone on the Cherry Lodge mailing list should have received a donation form along with their Autumn Newsletter. If you haven’t received a form, please contact Tina on 020 8441 7000 or email tina@cherrylodgecancercare.org.uk.

On receipt of your donation, Cherry Lodge will send you a dedication card for each person you named plus an invitation to attend the lighting ceremony.

This year’s event will be held on Sunday 9th December 2018, starting at 4.30pm. The lights on the bandstand will be switched on, the Cherry Lodge Singers will be singing, readings will be given, names of people to be remembered will be read out, and there will be plenty of time to enjoy refreshments and chat with old and new friends.

The bandstand will be illuminated every day until January.

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