#TeamVelindre Takes on New York: Statue of Liberty Swim 2027! Mark your calendars and get registering: We’re delighted to announce that in June 2027, #TeamVelindre is back with another unforgettable overseas swim challenge – and this one promises to be bigger and better than ever before! Our next team of dedicated swimmers will be taking … Continued
Spring is around the corner – and #TeamVelindre have worked tirelessly to make March 2026 a month of incredible achievement! Fundraising goals were smashed, hundreds of miles were clocked, and many showed their support of Velindre Cancer Service in lots of different ways. Let’s explore what Velindre Fundraisers got up to this March and throughout … Continued
By Katie Jones
We are beyond proud to introduce our incredible brand new charity fun run! Over the years, we’ve organised some incredible events at Velindre. From overseas bike rides to charity golf days, we’ve seen it all! We’d like to say a huge thank you to every single person who has signed up, completed fundraising, trained for … Continued
”My favourite run of the year!” Castle 2 Castle 2025 was nothing short of remarkable. Last September, 1,500 runners created an electric atmosphere as they took on the 10.5 miles down the picturesque Taff Trail between the iconic Welsh landmark Caerphilly Castle and Cardiff city centre. The magic of the annual event was reflected in the total, with the record-breaking £151,000 … Continued
March 16 is National Cancer CNS Day – an opportunity to highlight the vital part in cancer care that these nurses provide. Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) are highly skilled nurses who provide expert care, holistic support, and guidance to patients throughout their cancer journey and beyond. They play a core role in care coordination … Continued
By Katie Jones
Alun Austin was diagnosed with cancer in 2024. Almost 2 years later, he has raised an extraordinary £35,000 for Velindre alongside the community of Colwinston, his local village. Click here to watch the full story in Alun’s own words. Alun’s story began in July 2024, when he made an appointment with his GP. Although Alun … Continued
It’s time to wrap up February’s fundraising activity – but this time, with a twist. We’ll be exploring just some of the many superb activities that were held in support of our annual event: Wear Red for Wales and Velindre, 2026! We want to first give a celebratory shout-out to just some of the wide … Continued
By Katie Jones
It’s the first Fundraising Wrap Up of 2026, and our incredible fundraisers have started the year strong. From braving the shave to the Goggins Challenge, the fundraising efforts have been second-to-none. Every single one of our fundraising efforts this month have shown extraordinary determination, generosity, and dedication to #TeamVelindre and we truly cannot thank you … Continued
From incredible local businesses rolling up their sleeves to volunteer their time, to the thoughtful donated gifts that brought comfort and joy to our patients, the support has been truly inspiring. We also celebrated an unforgettable 60th‑birthday running challenge that showcased remarkable dedication, alongside a flurry of festive fundraising ideas that lit up the season. … Continued
I feel deeply privileged and proud to be recognised in the New Year’s Honour’s List, especially as it relates to a cause so close to my heart. “On behalf of all at Velindre University NHS Trust, Congratulations Jonathan and thank you for your unwavering efforts and commitment to our cause.” We are delighted to share … Continued
