Open six days a week, The Square is the home of all things Candlelighters. Here you can take a break and have a quiet moment to yourself, chat with the family support team, and meet other families affected by childhood cancer.
We welcome everyone to The Square, including patients, siblings, parents and carers, grandparents and close friends. Whether you've just received a diagnosis, treatment finished long ago, or your family is bereaved - you can always visit The Square.
Our friendly team are on hand to make a much-needed brew and be a listening ear if needed. And there's plenty of fun to be had for patients and siblings with lots of books, games and toys to keep them entertained!
Services and events
You can access a number of services and events at The Square, including:
Opening times
| Monday | 10am - 4pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 8pm |
| Friday | 10am - 4pm |
| Saturday | 12pm - 4:30pm |
We are regular attendees at The Square – Nina asks to go whenever she’s had her treatment at clinic. Being able to take her somewhere bright and happy, where they know her and make her (and me) feel so welcome, in the midst of everything that she experiences on the ward, makes a huge difference for us. It turns our hospital trips and stays into something that can be positive too.
- Vikki, mum to Nina
Our friendly family support team are on hand to help. Get in touch by phone or email.
If visiting The Square isn’t convenient for you, there may be other ways you can access the support you need. Speak to our team by emailing [email protected] to discuss how we can support you at home.
