Here are some of the exciting Diabetes UK events coming up across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England in April 2026, and how you can get involved.
For regional events in England, visit our page Diabetes UK Events In Your Region.
Northern Ireland
Adult Wellbeing programme
When? Friday 10th April 2026
Where? LORAG, Shaftesbury Community and Recreation centre, 97 Balfour Avenue, Belfast, BT7 2EW
Who can attend? This event is for people living with diabetes or those at risk of diabetes.
What to expect: We’re running three wellbeing sessions at our LORAG live well hub this April/May with AWARE NI. The sessions will cover diabetes distress and burnout, emotional health and wellbeing, self-care and stigma.
Do I need to book? There is no registration. If you would like to attend, please email: communityteamni@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Adult Peer Support session
When? Tuesday 14th April 2026
What time? 7:30pm-8:30pm
Where? Online via Zoom.
Who can attend? This event is for adults (18+) living with Type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: This monthly support group is very informal and full of chat. This session will be hosted by Dr Kieran Walshe, who has lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 50 years.
Do I need to book? Register by emailing: communityteamni@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Adult Wellbeing programme
When? Friday 17th April 2026
Where? LORAG, Shaftesbury Community and Recreation centre, 97 Balfour Avenue, Belfast, BT7 2EW
Who can attend? This event is for people living with diabetes or those at risk of diabetes.
What to expect: We’re running three wellbeing sessions at our LORAG live well hub this April/May with AWARE NI. The sessions will cover diabetes distress and burnout, emotional health and wellbeing, self-care and stigma.
Do I need to book? There is no registration. If you would like to attend, please email: communityteamni@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Family Fun Day
When? Saturday 25th April 2026
What time? 11am-3pm
Where? Rosepark Farm, 98 Bravallen Rd, Ballymoney, BT53 7DU
Who can attend? This event is for families with children under the age of 18 living with diabetes.
What to expect: Come and join us for some fun on the farm! This day out will include activities for all ages.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: communityteamni@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Hub Launch
When? Wednesday 28th April 2026
What time? 10am-11am
Where? Portadown Town Hall, 15 Edward St, Portadown, Craigavon, BT62 3LX
Who can attend? This event is for people living with diabetes or those at risk of diabetes.
Do I need to book? There is no registration. If you would like to attend, please email: communityteamni@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Live Well Hubs
When, where, what time, and what to expect?
Our Northern Ireland team offers diabetes support and information to local communities through their Live Well Hubs.
The National Lottery Funded project has helped the team launch Hubs in Bangor, Ballymena, Belfast (Houben Centre), Belfast (LORAG), Lisburn, Mid Ulster and Newry.
- Ballymena, Wednesday, 1 April, 10-11am
- Bangor, Hamilton Hub, Tuesday, 21 April, 10-11am
- Belfast, Houben Centre, Thursday, 2 April, 10-11am
- Belfast, LORAG, Friday, 24 April, 11am-12pm
- Lisburn, Tuesday, 14 April, 10-11am
- Newry, Wednesday, 8 April, 10-11am
- Mid Ulster, Thursday, 16 April, 10-11am
Do I need to book? No.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Visit our Live Well Hubs page.
Visit our Diabetes UK Northern Ireland page for more information, and keep up-to-date with news in Wales on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Scotland
Webinar: Type 2 diabetes
When? Wednesday 1st April 2026
What time? 6pm-7:30pm
Where? Online via Zoom
Who can attend? This event is for people living with type 2 diabetes, those at risk of type 2 diabetes and health care professionals.
What to expect: Join Diabetes Scotland to learn more about type 2 diabetes prevention, remission, and treatment in Scotland. Hear about lived experience of type 2 diagnosis and remission, and there is an opportunity to ask questions.
Do I need to book? Yes, you can register here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event, and what to expect? Please contact scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Together Type 1: Meet up Dundee
When? Tuesday 7th April 2026
What time? 1pm-4pm
Where? Dundee Science Centre, 14 Greenmarket, Dundee, DD1 4QB
Who can attend? This event is for young people living with type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: Opportunity to meet other people of the same age living with type 1 diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes, you can register here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event, and what to expect? Please contact scotland@diabetes.org.uk
Visit our Diabetes UK Scotland page for more information, or email scotland@diabetes.org.uk, and keep up-to-date with news in Scotland on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Wales
Together Type 1: Electric Darts
When? Saturday 4th April 2026
What time? 12pm-3pm
Where? The Old Brewery Quarter, Royal Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1FG
Who can attend? 16-25 year olds.
What to expect: Meet other young people living with Type 1 whilst having fun along the way.
Do I need to book? Contact racheal.taylor@diabetes.org.uk if interested.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Together Type 1: Seren Active - Anuiran Bevan Health Board
When? Saturday 4th April 2026
What time? 10am-2pm
Where? The Olive Tree, Edlogan Way, Cwmbran, NP44 2JJ
Who can attend? 11-year-olds.
Do I need to book? This is a closed and private event.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Together Type 1: Cross Region Quiz (North and Wales)
When? Tuesday 14th April 2026
What time? 6pm-7pm
Where? Online via Zoom
Who can attend? 11-15 year olds.
What to expect: Meet other young people living with Type 1 whilst having fun along the way.
Do I need to book? Contact joshua.cook@diabetes.org.uk if interested (from the North team) or rhys.perry@diabetes.org.uk (from the Wales team).
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email north@diabetes.org.uk or wales@diabetes.org.uk
Together Type 1: Drop in Young Adults Clinic - Cwm Taff
When? Thursday 16th April 2026
What time? 2:30pm-6pm
Where? Hummingbird Centre, Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun, CF72 8XL
Who can attend? Young adults.
Do I need to book? This is a closed and private event.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Valley Veterans Breakfast Club
When? Thursday 16th April 2026
What time? 10am-12:30pm
Where? Community Hub Ton Pentre And Gelli Community Centre, Dinam Park, Ton Pentre, Pentre, CF41 7AT
Who can attend? This event is for veterans.
What to expect? Attend the Valley Veterans Breakfast Club, where we will support veterans with their diabetes and wellbeing needs.
Do I need to book? This is a closed and private event.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Cwmafan Library Diabetes Awareness Talk
When? Friday 17th April 2026
What time? 11pm-12pm
Where? Cwmavon Library, Depot Rd, Cwmafan, Port Talbot, SA12 9DF
Who can attend? Anyone.
What to expect: The Neath Port Talbot Diabetes & Wellbeing Group are delivering a diabetes awareness talk to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of diabetes and to offer peer support.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Visit our Diabetes UK Wales page for more information, or email wales@diabetes.org.uk, or keep up-to-date with news in Wales on Facebook, Instagram and X.
