Cancer support and information centre providing a free, confidential service to anyone affected by cancer. It offers time to listen, time to talk and time to make sense of it all, whether you are a patient, or relative, friend or carer of someone who is unwell. The team aims to help with any aspect of your life. This includes treatment, family issues, problems with work and money worries, including help with benefits or planning ahead. Opening hours are Monday to Thursday, 10:00am to 4:00pm. It is not necessary to book an appointment, but please contact the centre before visiting to ensure someone is going to be available.
The Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Freeman Hospital
People living with cancer, including their loved ones and carers
Available for friends and family
Last updated 26/01/2026 by Cancer Care Map
Rebecca Rutter
0191 213 8611 / 0808 808 00 00 (Macmillan Support Line)
Freeman Hospital
Melville Grove
High Heaton
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE7 7DN