Here are some of the exciting Diabetes UK events coming up across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England in October 2026, and how you can get involved.
For regional events in England, visit our page Diabetes UK Events In Your Region.
Northern Ireland
Larne Live Well Hub Launch
When? Thursday 8th October 2026
What time? 10-11am
Where? Market Yard, Station Road, Larne, BT40 3AB
Who can attend? Adults living with or at risk of diabetes.
What to expect: We are delighted to be launching our 9th live well hub!
Do I need to book? Yes, contact sian.mcadams@diabetes.org.uk to find out more.
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, Newry and Portadown.
- Bangor, Tuesday 20th October 2026, 10-11am
- Ballymena, Wednesday 7th October 2026, 10-11am
- Belfast, Houben Centre, Thursday 1st October 2026, 10-11am
- Belfast, LORAG, Friday 23rd October 2026, 11am-12pm
- Lisburn, Tuesday 13th October, 10-11am
- Mid Ulster, Thursday 15th October, 10-11am
- Newry, Wednesday 14th October 2026, 10-11am
- Portadown, Tuesday 27th October 2026, 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
Keep an eye on this page for events happening in Scotland in 2026!
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
Flintshire Diabetes Group - Diabetes and Nutrition Talk
When? Thursday 8th October 2026
What time? 7-9pm
Where? Ewole Social and Community Club, Old Mold Rd, Deeside, CH5 3AX
Who can attend? This event is an open event, so anyone can attend.
What to expect: The Flintshire Diabetes Group is hosting an event where Claire Coney, a nutritionist, will deliver a talk about diabetes and nutrition.
Do I need to book? No.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
Cardiff Diabetes UK Group Meeting
When? Wednesday 14th October 2026
What time? 7:30pm
Where? Bethel Baptist Church Hall, off Penlline Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2AA
Who can attend? This event is a community event, so anyone can attend.
What to expect: The Cardiff Diabetes UK Group are holding their monthly meeting where Sean Newton Diabetes UK Healthcare Engagement and Systems Change Manager will be the guest speaker. Sean will be talking about the Type 2 Point of Diagnosis Resources and Health Care Professionals delivering a type 2 diabetes diagnosis toolkit.
Do I need to book? No, this is a drop-in event.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
Coffee Morning
When? Wednesday 21st October 2026
What time? From 10:30am
Where? Neath Library, Water Street, Neath, SA11 3BA
Who can attend? This event is a community event, so anyone can attend.
What to expect: The Neath Port Talbot Diabetes and Wellbeing group hosts a social get-together for people with diabetes. Connect and chat with people living with diabetes.
Do I need to book? No, this is a drop-in 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: Aberavon RCF Bucket Collection
When? Saturday 24th October 2026
What time? 1-3pm
Where? Aberavon RFC, Talbot Athletic Grounds, Manor Street, Port Talbot, SA13 1AB
Who can attend? This is an open event, so anyone can attend.
What to expect: The Neath Port Talbot Diabetes and Wellbeing group are doing a bucket collection at Aberavon RFC to raise funds for Diabetes UK.
Do I need to book? No.
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 Connect with Aneaurin Bevan
When? Monday 26th October 2026
What time and where? For more information about the time and location, please contact us at wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Who can attend? This is a closed and private event for people invited by the health board.
What to expect: The Neath Port Talbot Diabetes and Wellbeing group hosts a social get together for people with diabetes. Connect and chat with people living with diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes, please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
Coffee Morning
When? Wednesday 28th September 2026
What time? 11am-1pm
Where? Glenbrook Inn, Dobbins Road, Barry, CF63 2NP
Who can attend? This event is a community event, so anyone can attend.
What to expect: A social get together for people with diabetes. Connect and chat with people living with diabetes.
Do I need to book? No, this is a drop-in event.
How much does it cost to attend? It's free to attend.
Questions about the event? Please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
Seren Connect with Cardiff and Vale
When? Thursday 29th October 2026
What time and where? For more information about the time and location, please contact us at wales@diabetes.org.uk.
Who can attend? This is a closed and private event for people invited by the health board.
What to expect: The Neath Port Talbot Diabetes and Wellbeing group hosts a social get together for people with diabetes. Connect and chat with people living with diabetes.
Do I need to book? Yes, please contact wales@diabetes.org.uk
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.
