Our Support Area

Our services are available in the following regions:

Nottinghamshire
The City of Lincoln
North Kesteven, Lincolnshire
South Kesteven, Lincolnshire

While we are unable to provide direct support outside these areas, we have compiled a comprehensive signposting document which includes information about alternative support services in other locations. Access the signposting document here.

Our main office is located at 3 Kings Road, Newark, NG24 1EW. To view on a map click HERE,

We also offer support at the following venues:

Mansfield and Ashfield.

The Patchills Centre,
51 The Patchills,
Mansfield,
NG18 3BS

Nottingham.

Beeston
103-105 High Road
Beeston,
NG9 2LH

Worksop.

The Crossing Centre,
Newcastle Street,
Worksop,
Notts,
S80 2AT

Lincolnshire.

Please note: We don't currently have a support venue in Lincolnshire. If you need face-to-face support, this will be provided at one of our venues in Nottinghamshire, so you'll need to be able to travel there.

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Fundraisers Conquer Tough Mudder at Belvoir Castle

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Christmas Jumper Challenge

Take part in the CBC Christmas Jumper Challenge and help support children and young people experiencing trauma due to the loss of someone they love
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Please be aware that referral volumes have been significantly higher than usual in recent months, which has led to longer processing times. We appreciate your patience while referrals are being processed.
Someone you love has died -a leaflet for children Under 5

A useful downloadable guide to talk to children under 5 years old.

Make A Referral

Please be aware that referral volumes have been significantly higher than usual in recent months, which has led to longer processing times. We appreciate your patience while referrals are being processed.
Support following a suicide bereavement

Specialist support following a suicide bereavement
How to Talk About Death & Dying to a Child

Talking to a child about the death of someone close may be the hardest thing you have ever done or will ever do. However, children do need to be told the truth and it is preferable that it comes from a parent, carer, or someone close to them
In Memory Tribute Page

Tribute Pages: A Special Place to Remember When someone close to us dies, we might look for ways to remember them, to share stories, and to keep memories of them close. A tribute page gives you a dedicated space to do just that—somewhere you can return to, whenever you need.
What we Offer

We work with children and young people aged between 3 and 18 in a number of ways to provide them with the support that's right for them.
Pre-Bereavement Support

We also work with children who have someone close to them who have been given a terminal diagnosis.
Telephone Advice

If you are concerned about a child or young person affected by bereavement or terminal illness, we have trained advisors who will call you as soon as possible following your initial enquiry.
Support for Schools

Sometimes a death can effect a whole group of children, so we also work with schools to help staff provide support for their children.
Publications and Resources

We have created a list of books which we have found helpful when working with bereaved children, young people and their families.
Groups and activities

We offer a whole range of activities for our service users and their families.

Make A Referral

Please be aware that referral volumes have been significantly higher than usual in recent months, which has led to longer processing times. We appreciate your patience while referrals are being processed.
How to Explain Funerals & Cremations to a Child

It is important to use clear and simple language when describing funerals, burials or cremation. Here is our advice for explaining these to children
Play Therapy

Play Therapy helps young children experiencing trauma due to their bereavement communicate their feelings and work through their grief using the natural form of play
Training for Professionals

We offer a number of training sessions for professionals, who want to build on their knowledge and skills to support children and young people affected by the death or terminal illness of someone important to them.
Free Specialist Bereavement Support for Children & Families

The Children's Bereavement Centre is a registered charity that provides free specialist support for children and young people aged 3 -18 years as well as their parents or carers who are affected by the death or terminal-illness of someone important to them.
Where We Cover

Locations across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire that you can access our service.
Running Events 2026

Whether you're a keen runner and would like to help the Children's Bereavement Centre raise vital funds whilst indulging in your hobby, or just starting out and want to challenge yourself, then why not take up one of our charity places at different events.
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Dragon Boat Race 2026

Our Dragon Boat Race is one of the most popular events we host and always fills up really quickly. Race down the River Trent past the iconic Newark Castle and beautiful Riverside Park.
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