Here are some of the exciting Diabetes UK events coming up across England in July 2026, and how you can get involved.
For events in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, visit our page Diabetes UK Events In Your Nation. Find events in:
Midlands & East
Together Type 1: Birmingham Laser Tag event
When? Tuesday 21st July 2026
What time? 1pm-2pm
Where? Lazer Battlez, Star City, Watson Road, B7 5SA
Who can attend? 11-19 year olds living with type 1 diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes. You can find out more here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email: midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Together Type 1: Leicester Tree of Life event
When? Thursday 23rd July 2026
What time? 10:30am-11:30am
Where? The Wycliffe Room at St Martin's House Conference Centre, 7 Peacock Lane, Leicester, LE1 5PZ
Who can attend? 11-15 year olds living with type 1 diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes. You can find out more here, and email adam.mayze@diabetes.org.uk to sign up.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email: midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Together Type 1: High Ropes at Wild Pines
When? Tuesday 28th July 2026
What time? 1pm-2pm
Where? Wild Pines Park, Legsby Road, Market Rasen, LN8 3DZ
Who can attend? 11-15 year olds living with type 1 diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes. You can find out more here.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email: midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Visit our Diabetes UK Midlands and East of England page for more regional information.
North of England
Type 1 Super Saturday
When? Saturday 11th July 2026
What time? All day
Where? Church Lane, Winmarleigh Hall, Preston, PR3 0LA
Who can attend? Children and young people and families living with type 1 diabetes.
What to expect? Meet other young people and families living with type 1 whilst having fun along the way.
Do I need to book? Yes, contact north@diabetes.org.uk for details.
How much does it cost to attend? It’s free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email north@diabetes.org.uk
Ninja Warrior Sheffield
When? Wednesday 29th July 2026
What time? 1pm-2:30pm
Where? Meadowhall Retail Park, Attercliffe Common, Sheffield, S9 2YZ
Who can attend? Together Type 1 — 11-18 year olds.
What to expect? Meet other young people and families living with type 1 whilst having fun along the way.
Do I need to book? This is a closed and private event for patients and hospital staff at Barnsley Hospital Trust.
How much does it cost to attend? It’s free to attend.
Questions about the event? Email north@diabetes.org.uk
Visit our Diabetes UK North of England page for more regional information.
South East Coast and London
Keep an eye on this page for events happening in the South East Coast and London in 2026!
Visit our South East Coast and London page for more regional information.
South West and South Central
Okehampton support group
When? Thursday 2nd July 2026
What time? 10:30am-12:30pm
Where? The OCRA Pavilion, Simmons Park, Okehampton, EX20 1GE
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with, or otherwise connected to, diabetes.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email Caroline on caroline-diabetesukoke@gmail.com
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Portsmouth 'Carbs at the Kettle' diabetes support group
When? Saturday 4th July 2026
What time? 10am-12pm
Where? The Community Kettle, 62 High Street, Portsmouth, PO6 3AJ
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with or affected by type 2 diabetes.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email Janice on janice.diabetes@outlook.com
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Newquay support group
When? Monday 6th July 2026
What time? 2:30-4pm
Where? Newquay Methodist Church, 14 Pargolla Road, Newquay, TR7 1RW
Who can attend? Friendly support group for anyone living with or affected by type 2 diabetes.
What to expect: The group is run by Health Coach, Jacqui and offers a friendly and welcoming space for you to meet others.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email Southwest.Southcentral@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Helston support group
When? Tuesday 7th July 2026
What time? 2pm-3:30pm
Where? The Old Cattle Market, Porthleven Rd, Helston, TR13 0SR
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with, or otherwise connected to, diabetes.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: Southwest.Southcentral@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Cheltenham Type 1 Diabetes meet-up
When? Thursday 9th July 2026
What time? Contact dhmacfaden@gmail.com for timings.
Where? Cheltenham East Fire Station, Keynsham Rd, Cheltenham, GL53 7PY
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with, or otherwise connected to, type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: dhmacfaden@gmail.com
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Okehampton support group at Waitrose
When? Tuesday 14th July 2026
What time? Contact us for timings.
Where? Okehampton Waitrose, School Way, Okehampton, EX20 1WL
Who can attend? Anyone.
What to expect: Our Okehampton support group will be at Okehampton Waitrose to mark Diabetes Week 2026 with an awareness stand. Please visit them for signposting and resources.
Do I need to book? No.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Bridgwater Type 1 support group
When? Tuesday 14th July 2026
What time? 7pm
Where? The Activity Warehouse, 5 East Quay, Bridgwater, TA6 4DB
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with type 1 diabetes and their partners, parents or carers.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email Colin on jusmytype.diabetesgroup@gmail.com
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Room One Autism: Diabetes support group
When? Friday 17th July 2026
What time? 2-4pm
Where? Room One, Spithead Resource Centre, 55 Montgomerie Road, Southsea, PO5 1EB
Who can attend? Friendly group for Autistic and Neurodivergent adults aged over 18 in the Portsmouth area who are affected by diabetes. Friends, family and professionals who offer support are also welcome.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: RoomOne@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Taunton Type 1 support group
When? Saturday 18th July 2026
What time? 10:30am-12pm
Where? The Cosy Club, Corporation Street, Taunton, TA1 4AJ
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with or affected by type 1 diabetes.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: Southwest.Southcentral@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Reading support group
When? Wednesday 29th July 2026
What time? 7pm-8pm
Where? Kennet Room, Sun Street Community Centre, Reading, RG1 3JX
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with, or otherwise connected to, diabetes.
What to expect: A general social meet-up and peer support.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: diabetesmeetup@gmail.com
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Budleigh Salterton support group
When? Thursday 30th July 2026
What time? 4-5:30pm
Where? Seachange, East Budleigh Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6HF
Who can attend? Friendly support group for people living with, or otherwise connected to, diabetes.
What to expect: Friendly support group for people living with, or otherwise connected to, diabetes. During our meeting in June, Poppy Snowling, a local dentist, will be visiting the group to talk about the relationship between diabetes and gum disease.
Do I need to book? If you would like to attend, please email: diabetes@budleighlions.com
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Contact the South West and South Central team.
Visit our South West and South Central page for more regional information.
