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The Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch is taking place on 15 October 2026 at Sheffield Plate in Sheffield. Members of Weston Park's group will present their new collection during the event.
Join members of Weston Park's Writing through Cancer group as they launch their collection of writing - Fragments of Light
During 2026 a group of women who live with cancer have taken part in a series of workshops run by local author, Beverley Ward, thanks to funding from Weston Park Cancer Charity. Meeting weekly, the women have written about their experiences from a range of angles, sharing their stories and finding friendship and solidarity in the process.
Now they are bringing their words out into the world as they launch this powerful collection of writing which will provide solace for other people who find themselves on this unexpected path, and support for anyone who is caring for a friend, relative or patient with cancer.
Come and join these briliiant women as they share poetry and prose from the book whilst raising funds for the vital work of Weston Park Cancer Charity.
All funds from ticket sales and the sale of the book with go to WPCC.
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Frequently asked questions
Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 18:00.
Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch is held at Sheffield Plate in Sheffield (31-33 Orchard Square, Sheffield City Centre, S1 2FB).
Entry to Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Sheffield Plate can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch
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The Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch is taking place on 15 October 2026 at Sheffield Plate in Sheffield. Members of Weston Park's group will present their new collection during the event.
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Organiser’s full description
Join members of Weston Park's Writing through Cancer group as they launch their collection of writing - Fragments of Light
During 2026 a group of women who live with cancer have taken part in a series of workshops run by local author, Beverley Ward, thanks to funding from Weston Park Cancer Charity. Meeting weekly, the women have written about their experiences from a range of angles, sharing their stories and finding friendship and solidarity in the process.
Now they are bringing their words out into the world as they launch this powerful collection of writing which will provide solace for other people who find themselves on this unexpected path, and support for anyone who is caring for a friend, relative or patient with cancer.
Come and join these briliiant women as they share poetry and prose from the book whilst raising funds for the vital work of Weston Park Cancer Charity.
All funds from ticket sales and the sale of the book with go to WPCC.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch?
Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch taking place?
Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch is held at Sheffield Plate in Sheffield (31-33 Orchard Square, Sheffield City Centre, S1 2FB).
How much are tickets for Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch?
Entry to Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Sheffield Plate can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch?
Tickets for Fragments of Light: Writing through Cancer book launch can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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