Fran Dawson

We would like to say a very sad farewell to the much loved and admired Fran Dawson who passed away on 4th September.

Fran has been an important part of our Centre, almost since its beginning in 1986 when Marilyn Barnes set up the charity. She has contributed so much, playing an instrumental role in establishing the Centre at the David Rayner Building, as Chair of the charity, as a Therapist, and in so many other ways. She will be missed by all of us who knew her.

There will be an event at the Centre to celebrate her life on Friday 14th November from 2-5pm. All are very welcome.

Fran asked for donations in her memory to the Cambridge Cancer Help Centre – https://www.justgiving.com/page/john-dawson-1

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Events

  • Dec

    6

    Repair Cafe on 6th December 2025 from 2-5pm at the Centre

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  • Nov

    8

    Autumn Fayre on Saturday 8th November 2025 from 11am to 2pm at the Centre

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  • Nov

    14

    Celebrating the life of Fran Dawson on Friday 14th November 2025 from 2-5pm

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  • Nov

    26

    Anxiety Workshop – Fear of Recurrence on Wednesday 26th November 2025 from 1-3pm

    Join our Anxiety workshop (Fear of Recurrence) on Weds 26 November from 1-3 [...]

  • Oct

    11

    Jazz Afternoon with The Linton Jazz Band on October 11th from 1pm

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  • Oct

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    Nutrition Session on 1st October 2025 at the Centre

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