Active Against Cancer

30/05/2026
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It Helped Me Through Cancer” – Harrogate Woman Launches Silent Disco Fundraiser for Life-Changing Local Service

Imagine being told you have cancer.

Now imagine having access to a local service that helps you stay active, regain your strength and rebuild your confidence throughout treatment and recovery — completely free of charge.

That’s exactly what Active Against Cancer did for Harrogate resident Tracey Davison-Franks.

Now she’s inviting the community to help ensure others can benefit from the same support by joining her for a special fundraising event with a difference.

🎧 Dance Like Nobody’s Watching

The Along Came Polly Silent Disco and Charity Auction will take place at the Bilton Club in Harrogate on Friday, September 4, bringing together music lovers, friends, families and supporters for a night of fun and fundraising.

And yes, there will almost certainly be some enthusiastic off-key singing.

But that’s part of the charm.

The aim is simple: have a fantastic night out while helping local people affected by cancer.

💙 Why “Along Came Polly”?

For Tracey, this fundraiser is deeply personal.

During her cancer journey, Active Against Cancer helped her prepare for and recover from multiple surgeries, including an ileostomy procedure.

Her stoma became affectionately known as “Polly” — inspiring the name of the event.

She credits the service with helping her through one of the most challenging periods of her life and wants others facing a cancer diagnosis to have access to the same support.Active Against Cancer became a crucial part of my recovery and rehabilitation.”

It’s a story that will resonate with many local families who have experienced the impact cancer can have on everyday life.

🏃 What Is Active Against Cancer?

Many people across Harrogate have heard of the service.

Few realise just how unique it is.

Delivered by Harrogate & District NHS Foundation Trust, Active Against Cancer provides:

✅ Personalised exercise programmes

✅ Specialist fitness guidance

✅ Rehabilitation support before, during and after treatment

✅ Confidence-building classes and activities

✅ Ongoing support for people living with cancer

The service is widely admired and has become a model that other cancer services around the UK look to for inspiration.

As referrals continue to increase, fundraising has become increasingly important to help meet demand.

🎁 More Than 20 Auction Prizes Already Confirmed

Alongside the silent disco, guests will have the chance to bid on a growing list of auction prizes donated by local businesses and supporters.

More than 20 lots have already been secured, with organisers expecting even more to be added before the event.

It’s another opportunity to support a vital local cause while potentially picking up some fantastic prizes.

📍 Event Details at a Glance

Along Came Polly Silent Disco & Charity Auction

📅 Friday, September 4, 2026

🕢 7.30pm – 11pm

📍 Bilton Club, Bilton Lane, Harrogate

🎟️ £10 in advance

🎟️ £15 on the door

🌟 Why You Should Go

Whether you’ve been touched by cancer personally, know someone who has, or simply want to support a worthwhile local cause, this promises to be one of Harrogate’s most uplifting community events of the year.

You’ll be helping to fund a service that is changing lives across the district while enjoying:

A unique silent disco experience
A charity auction packed with prizes
A great night out with friends
The chance to support local cancer patients
Plenty of laughter, dancing and community spirit

The Bigger Picture

Cancer affects thousands of families across North Yorkshire every year.

Services like Active Against Cancer help people not just survive treatment, but live well through it.

For Tracey, this fundraiser is a way of giving something back.

For those attending, it’s a chance to have fun while making a genuine difference to local people when they need support most.

And sometimes, changing lives can start with something as simple as putting on a pair of headphones and hitting the dancefloor.