A cancer support and therapy centre in Bicester

Wherever you are on your cancer journey, we are here with support and sanctuary for you and your loved ones

Who we are

The Hummingbird can be found in the village of Launton, near Bicester in Oxfordshire.

Run by a dedicated team of volunteers and professionals, you will find a warm welcome and a range of (mostly) free services to help you and your family feel well and supported.

What's On This Week

Please note: Due to the current weather this week, we will be reviewing our closing times daily. Follow us on Facebook for updates.

Tues 8th Sept

11am - Martial Arts with Michelle 11am all day - Craft with Marie-Claire

Wed 9th Sept

11:00 Meditation with Evelyn
Open crafting

Thurs 10th Sept

13:30pm - Chutney making

Fri 11th Sept

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What we do

We are here to hold your hand or provide a welcome distraction. We can talk about cancer or leave it at the front door.

Our workshops and services are run by volunteer professionals in meditation, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, yoga, tai chi, reflexology, massage and lots more.

Children

Our play therapist runs special sessions for children who are experiencing a family member’s cancer or are on a cancer journey themselves.

Meditation and Hypnotherapy

In small groups or one-to-one, our therapists are here to support you when you feel anxious about scans and results, for instance.

Mindfulness

Stay busy and focus on something creative. Our activities are run by talented artists and volunteers, or by our guests.

Workshops

Find out more about how to improve your sleep or nutrition, try yoga or tai chi – our workshops are open to anyone, at any age or ability.

Complementary Therapies

From sound therapy to reiki, our special therapies complement and support your treatment, giving you back a bit of control and tranquillity.

Counselling

Everyone’s cancer journey is different. We will match you with a trained counsellor to provide one-to-one support right when you need it.

Men's Support Group

Our Men’s Support Group meets the first Monday of every month. We provide the venue and facilities, while the group decides what they would like to do.

Celebrant and Pastoral Support

Our volunteer Celebrants offer pastoral support at the Hummingbird Centre, holding talks and one-to-one sessions with guests.

Men's Monthly Support Group

A monthly support group for men who have been impacted by cancer either themselves or by supporting loved ones. Find out more

How you can help

The Hummingbird can only offer its services thanks to our generous volunteers and donations from our supporters. Can you join us? There are lots of ways to help with fundraising: make a donation, hold an event or become a Hummingbird Friend.

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Mission Statement

To relieve the mental and physical sickness of persons diagnosed with a form of cancer by the provision of support services for such persons and their families.

Our Values Include

Inclusivity

Everybody should feel welcome.

Strength

We are here to hold you up when you need it the most.

Compassion

It’s okay not to be okay.

Commitment

We are committed to support as many people as we can to the best of our abilities and we are always looking at ways to improve.

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Latest news

There’s always so much going on at The Hummingbird, here’s a taste of what we’ve been up to and that of others who support the work of The Hummingbird Centre or our guests who want us to share their stories.