Peer support groups

Peer support groups are safe, welcoming spaces for those with ovarian cancer to connect, share, and feel supported. Led by trained volunteers with lived experience, there's no pressure, just understanding.

Peer Support Groups are welcoming monthly sessions for people with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer to come together, share experiences, listen, and support one another.  

These groups are designed to offer a consistent, safe and understanding space where you can build meaningful connections with others who understand what you're going through.

There’s no pressure to speak, no expectations to share anything personal - just the opportunity to be part of a supportive community.

Each group is set up and managed by Target Ovarian Cancer’s Project Lead and facilitated by trained volunteers who have lived experience of ovarian cancer. Volunteers receive tailored training and ongoing support. 

Current peer support groups

Let's Connect: Chester ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every second Friday of the month

Time: 1pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Gateshead ovarian cancer support group

Dates: Every first Thursday of the month

Time: 1pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Harrogate ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Last Thursday of every month

Time: 1pm-3pm

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Leeds ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every third Thursday of the month

Time: 1pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Leicester ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every second Monday of the month

Time: 1pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Kings Lynn ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every fourth Monday of the month

Time: 1.30pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: London ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every second Tuesday of the month

Time: 1pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Northampton ovarian cancer support group

Dates: Every third Saturday of the month

Time: 2pm-4pm

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Blackpool ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every third Monday of the month

Time: 1pm-3pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Yorkshire ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every third Wednesday of the month

Time: 6:30pm

This group will be held online. Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in Yorkshire is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Stoke-on-Trent ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: Every second Tuesday of the month

Time: 11am-1pm

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Oldham ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: First group Tuesday 12 May 2026, then every second Tuesday of the month

Time: 6:30pm

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

Let's Connect: Exeter ovarian cancer support group 

Dates: First group is Monday 27 April 2026, then every third Monday of the month

Time: 10am-12pm 

Anyone with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer in the local area is welcome to attend

Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend or find out more 

If you would like to attend one of our existing groups, please email [email protected]

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There isn’t a group in my local area, what can I do?

We’re continuing to set up peer support groups across England, and we’d love to hear from you - whether you’re interested in attending a new group in your local area or volunteering to help facilitate one.

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Other support services

We also have a directory of local support services that you can search or you can receive support from our online communities.