Princess Catherine has visited the Royal Marsden hospital in London to view the impact of her recent charity fundraising efforts. The Princess of Wales underwent cancer treatment at the facility and recently completed the Three Peaks Challenge to support a new complementary care unit at the institution.
In June, Catherine undertook the grueling challenge, which involves summits the highest peaks in England, Scotland, and Wales within a 24-hour period. While the specific amount raised has not been disclosed, the proceeds are designated for the new Centre for Holistic Wellbeing and Recovery, which aims to provide healing therapies alongside traditional clinical treatment.
During her visit on Friday, the Princess engaged with both staff and patients, emphasizing the importance of addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of a cancer diagnosis. She spoke with individuals undergoing treatment for conditions including breast, head and neck, and brain cancers.
One patient described the availability of therapy at the hospital as a “lifesaver,” noting that while the physical impact of cancer is immediately apparent, the mental toll follows. Catherine agreed with this assessment, stating that cancer changes not just the body but also a person’s sense of self, making professional support for navigating those changes essential.
Catherine, who revealed in March 2024 that she was receiving treatment and subsequently announced her remission in January 2025, highlighted that holistic approaches help patients adjust to the lifestyle changes brought on by the disease. Another patient shared with her how the experience made her feel significantly older than her 46 years.
The Princess previously described the mountain expedition as an opportunity to explore life beyond her diagnosis while giving back to the community. Her appearance at the Royal Marsden comes shortly after she and Prince William supported the launch of a suicide prevention initiative in Liverpool on Thursday.
Is there any word on when the Centre for Holistic Wellbeing will officially open to patients?
She certainly chose a meaningful way to celebrate her remission by supporting the very hospital that treated her.
The patient calling the therapy a ‘lifesaver’ really highlights how vital holistic care is during recovery.
I wonder what the total funds raised were? The article doesn’t disclose the specific amount at all.
It is wonderful to see her back, focusing on mental health support alongside medical treatment.