A free health and well-being event for cancer patients and survivors has been announced.

The event, organised by Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Bolton Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service, is set to take place on Wednesday, November 6.

It is aimed at people in Bolton who are living with or beyond cancer.

The afternoon event will be held at The Bridge Church in Bradford Street from 1pm to 3.30pm.

It will provide attendees with the opportunity to gain information about the support, advice, and facilities available to assist them in adjusting to life with and beyond cancer.

Carrie, 62, a former patient and now a volunteer with the service, said: "The health and well-being event is a valuable source of information for anyone affected by cancer, so we would encourage people to attend and get as much information as possible.

"Sharing your experience with others and talking about concerns can help to alleviate a lot of the stress and anxiety associated with a diagnosis.

"The information and support gathered at this event will certainly allow an individual to be better informed about services on offer, and how they can make a positive difference to their everyday life."

The event, one of several health and wellbeing events taking place across the country, will be supported by cancer nurse specialists from the Royal Bolton Hospital, Bolton CVS, Healthwatch, the adult nutrition and dietetics service, Bolton Hospice and many more.

Deputy lead cancer nurse at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, Louise Porritt, said: "As always, the cancer nurse specialists and I are excited to work alongside The Bolton Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service to provide information and advice for people in Bolton."

The event will also include two short talks about the services offered by Bolton Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service, as well as discussions on the "Emotional Effects of Cancer" and "Prehab for Cancer".

Kelly Gordon, Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service manager, said: “This is a particularly difficult time for many patients.

"They often feel they lose the safety net of support they receive when they are attending the hospital regularly for treatment and often find it difficult to return to everyday activities.

"We hope that this event will act as a springboard for future events to provide better information and support to people affected by cancer.

“We would encourage you to bring a friend or family member with you, as much of the information may be of interest to them too."

Due to limited places, booking is essential.

To secure a place, interested parties are encouraged to contact Sue Summerfield, Kelly Gordon, Beth Baugh or Jackie Wright on 01204 390 625 or email boh-tr.boltoncancerinfo@nhs.net.