Welcome to the Fern Centre, wellbeing support for local cancer patients
We are incredibly proud of the support that The Fern Centre continues to offer cancer patients in North Devon. Opened in 2020 following a £1.5m appeal by our charity (then known as Over and Above), the cancer and wellbeing centre at North Devon District Hospital offers invaluable access to a whole range of information, complementary therapies, counselling and support. Royal Devon Hospitals Charity continues to provide ongoing funding to ensure the centre is there for local people at a time when they need it the most.
About us
Helping bridge the gap in care, supporting cancer patients and promoting wellbeing during their journey.
Services
A safe space for patients, loved ones and carers to access counselling, complementary therapies, hair loss and bra fitting support, and much more.
Accommodation
En-suite rooms available to enable patients’ family members to be near loved ones.
News & events
Get involved in our latest activities and events right here at the Fern Centre over the coming months.
Living with and beyond cancer
Find more information about the support services available to you.
Support us
Make a difference in your community by fundraising or becoming a valued Fern Centre volunteer.
Have your say!
We’d love to hear about your experience in the Fern Centre and you can leave your feedback by completing our online form.
The difference you made in 2023
patients supported
contacts to the centre
counselling appointments
complementary therapy
appointments
accommodation bookings
yoga classes
Fern Centre stories
Tim’s story
Caren’s story
Pauline’s story
Malcolm’s story
Malcolm Clarke, 81, from Bideford, starting volunteering for Royal Devon Hospitals Charity after losing his wife and a close friend
Tracy’s Story
Sue’s Story
When primary school project coordinator Sue Manley returned to work in June 2023 after many months of cancer treatment, she
