Parkinson’s UK Bromley and District Branch

04/02/2026

04/02/2026

🧪 Interesting Finding From UCL Research Team

A new study by scientists at University College London suggests Parkinson’s may start in the gut — and that understanding how immune cells help toxic proteins travel from the gut to the brain could open the door to earlier ways to spot and manage the condition. 

🔗 Read more: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/jan/targeting-guts-immune-system-could-tackle-early-stages-parkinsons?utm_source=chatgpt.com

This kind of work helps researchers think about how we might intervene long before motor symptoms begin — and that means more possibilities for the future.

New research reveals how Parkinson’s spreads from the gut to the brain, with the help of immune cells – offering a new potential therapeutic strategy – in a study in mice led by scientists at the UK Dementia Research Institute at UCL.

31/01/2026

🎧 Worth a Listen: New Podcast Episode – Exercise: The Evidence

The team at Movers and Shakers have just released a new episode exploring the science behind exercise and Parkinson’s.

In this episode, they look at:
• What the research says about exercise and symptom management
• Why movement matters at every stage
• How people with Parkinson’s are using exercise in everyday life

It’s a thoughtful and practical listen for anyone living with Parkinson’s or supporting someone who is.

👉 Listen here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/exercise-the-evidence/id1677410087?i=1000747440825

Group members — has exercise played a role in your Parkinson’s journey? Feel free to share your experiences below 💬

Podcast Episode · Movers and Shakers: a podcast about life with Parkinson's · 31/01/2026 · 32m

13/01/2026

New Event Idea – You're Feedback Needed!📱💻

We’re thinking of running a free, hands-on session to help members learn how the latest features on mobile phones, iPads, and laptops can make everyday life easier.
The session would be run by AbilityNet.

Please let us know if you’d be interested in attending — we need 10 or more people to make the event happen.

Comment, like, or respond to the event to show your interest 👍

12/01/2026

Proud to be one of the 450 Parkinson's group across the UK.

We aspire to be a safe space of connection and support for people who are living with and affected by Parkinson's.

06/01/2026

Branch Transport Survey 🚍

Hi all!

We would love to hear your feedback to enable the Bromley and District Branch of Parkinson's UK ensure the services we provide as accessible as possible.

Could you please help us by completing our short Branch Transport Survey. You can fill it in online, email it to us, or print it and bring it to the next branch meeting.

📧 Email: bromleyparkinsonscomms@gmail.com

📝 Survey link: https://forms.gle/VzqTFrjbZQjV5hTw9

Thank you for your support 💙

We would love to hear your feedback to enable the Bromley and District Branch of Parkinson's UK ensure the services we provide as accessible as possible. Please fill out this short anonymous survey, it should only take 10 - 15 minutes.

02/01/2026

🎵 A HUGE Thank You to The Kentones! 🎵

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that The Kentones raised an incredible £1,232 for Parkinson's UK Bromley and District Branch through their two wonderful December singing events! 🎶💜

The Kentones performed beautifully at The Glades, Bromley and Black Horse Locksbottom, spreading festive cheer while raising vital funds and awareness for our local Parkinson's community.

We're deeply honoured to have been chosen as their charity. Their support means the world to us and helps us continue providing essential services and support to people living with Parkinson's across Bromley and District.

A special thank you also goes to The Glades and The Black Horse for so generously hosting these events and helping us raise our profile in the local area.

To The Kentones, the venues, and everyone who donated – your kindness and generosity will make a real difference to local people living with Parkinson's. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! 💙

02/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from Parkinson's UK Bromley and District Branch! 🎉

As we step into 2026, we want to send our warmest wishes to everyone in our Parkinson's community across Bromley.

To those living with Parkinson's, their families, carers, and all our wonderful volunteers – thank you for your strength, resilience, and the support you show one another every day.

This year, we'll continue to be here for you with information, support, and activities that bring our community together. We're looking forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones.

Here's to a year filled with hope, connection, and taking things one day at a time. 💙

Wishing you all health and happiness in 2026!

25/12/2025

26/08/2025

Walking Football comes to Bromley!

A new, weekly and free initiative has been launched at Bromley FC, for adults living with Parkinson's and other neurological conditions.

Walking football aims to provide a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment for participants to stay active, improve mobility, and connect socially.

Sessions will be led by experienced coaches and held on a high-quality 3G community pitch, with activities adapted to suit individual needs.

Sessions start Thursday 11 September at 11am.

To book visit: https://www.bromleyfc.org/activity/parkinsons-walking-football/

This exciting initiative is funded through a partnership between EFL in the Community, Parkinson's UK, and The FA.