We're here to support you!

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

Letting off Steam 5K or 10k Run! Hosted by Boghopper Races & Keeping Abeast! Get ready to hit the trails and Let Off Some Steam this summer! Join us on 17th August for a 5k or 10k trail run through the stunning countryside surrounding Whitwell and Reepham Train Station. Whether you’re chasing a personal best…

Tandem Skydive Experience In partnership with UK Parachuting Want a challenge for 2025? Sign up to an adrenaline packed experience in aid of ‘Keeping Abreast’ on Saturday 19th July at Beccles Airfield. Take on a thrilling Tandem Skydive and raise funds to help support Women facing Breast Reconstruction due to Breast Cancer. Whilst securely harnessed to your…

Golden Summer Feast 2025 When: Sunday, 14th September 2025 Where: The Octagon Barn, Hospital Road, Little Plumstead, Norwich NR13 5EL Arrival from 4:30pm | Starts 5:00pm | Finish approx. 10:30pm Buy tickets!! Step into a golden summer evening as we transform our bi-annual ball into a fresh, modern, and unforgettable celebration-filled with great company, indulgent dining, and a…

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…

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About Us

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.