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We understand that facing reconstruction surgery due to breast cancer can be overwhelming, emotional and deeply personal. Whether you're newly diagnosed, at an increased hereditary risk or exploring options post diagnosis, years later - we're here to support you!

Whatever stage you're at, we're here to help you make informed decisions, find clarity and know you're not in this alone.

What is Breast Reconstruction?

Breast Reconstruction is surgery to recreate the shape of a natural breast after mastectomy.

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Keeping Abreast offers a network of dedicated support groups and online support across the UK.

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About Us

What Keeping Abreast does and how we do it. Find out more about us, our team and our resources.

How we can help

Check out our "I have, I am, I will" video which captures the essence of what we do. In addition please watch our new Reconstruction Support Video which we were able to produce with thanks to Production Bureau, Norfolk Community Foundation and HM Government in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund.

HEAR FROM OTHERS

"The group really helped me to talk, to open up and deal with it, talking with other ladies who understand how things affect you following diagnosis and surgery.."

"So glad of the cushion and drain bags you guys sent as they didn't have them at Nuffield"

"I am being supported by this fantastic organisation"

"I haven't regretted the choice I made: I'm sure it's been the right one for me, but without hearing and seeing the experiences of those at the meeting I may not have been brave enough to go through with it"

"I am being supported by this fantastic organisation"

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Latest News & Events

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time to come together, raise awareness, and support those affected by breast cancer. At Keeping Abreast, we’re proud to be marking this important month with a host of fundraising events across Norfolk, while continuing to run our support groups nationwide for women facing breast cancer reconstruction. This…

Keep on Crafting Saturday 18th October 2025 at John Lewis, All Saints Green NR1 3LX – on the mezzanine outside Benugo Café Join us in crafting for a cause at John Lewis, Norwich. As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month we’ll be holding drop in sessions for various crafts, suitable for all abilities! From heart…

Pink Yoga Flow Saturday 25th October 2025 at Sunfyr Barns, Manor Farm Barn, Fox Road, NR14 7PZ Join the fantastic ‘Yoga with Clare’ for a special dance yoga class – our Pink Power Flow – in aid of Keeping Abreast!! Set in the beautiful Sunfyr Barns, celebrate female power with an energising and fun class…

Christmas with the King Sunday 30th November 2025 at Epic Studios, 112-114 Magdalen Street, Norwich, NR3 1JD Start your Christmas with this spectacular rock and roll show, now in its 16th year, and at a new venue for 2025! Featuring ‘Elvis’ and supported by the Blue Sueders, this 8 piece totally live act has been…

Future of Women in Business Thursday 16th October 2025 at The Chambers Cocktail Company, 14 Wensum Street, NR3 1HY Jobs don’t have to just be a 9-5 to collect a salary, they can be purposeful. Caitlin and Victoria have found this with their work at Keeping Abreast, and they will be sharing their experiences in…

CAMRA Beer Festival Norwich 2025 A huge thank you to CAMRA for choosing us to be their benefitting charity for the return of their upcoming Beer Festival this October/November. Held across multiple weekends and venues in October – come and find us in pink!! 17th -19th October – Launch event at Redwell Brewery Tap Room 12-9pm…

Keeping Abreast Carol Service 2025 Wednesday 10th December Returning again this year for our Free to attend Carol Service at St. Peter Mancroft Church. More details coming soon…

The Larking Gowen Norwich Half Marathon Sunday 23rd November 2025 at The Norfolk Showground Keeping Abreast are thrilled to be an official charity partner of this incredible event! Register now for your FREE place in the Norwich Half Marathon and commit to raising a minimum of £150 for us. We only have a limited number…

Boghopper’s 5k & 2k Santa Dash | Sunday 7th December! A chance to dress up in crazy Chritsmas attire with medals for all. Held in the spacious grounds of Lingwood Village Hall and taking in surrounding trail footpaths, the 5km Santa Dash and 2km Family Festive Fun Run, isn’t one to be missed The Hug-a-Mug cafe…

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Keeping Abreast was established in September 2007 by patients Anna Beckingham and Beverley Birritteri and Breast Reconstruction nurse specialist Ruth Harcourt. They recognised a great need for women, both newly diagnosed with breast cancer and facing the possibility of mastectomy, and also women further down the line who are also considering reconstructive surgery, to be able to meet and talk to other women who have been through similar experiences. This allows women make an informed choice about whether or not to proceed with breast reconstruction.