Celebrating 35 Years of Allergy UK

Over the past 35 years, Allergy UK has helped change how allergy is understood and supported across the UK. From training healthcare professionals and schools to developing trusted resources and campaigns, the charity has consistently worked to improve awareness, care and standards. At the centre of it all is our Helpline, offering expert guidance, reassurance and support to thousands of people every year.

While awareness has grown since 1991, too many people still face uncertainty, delayed diagnosis and limited access to specialist care. Allergy UK continues to be a trusted source of practical advice and evidence-based information, helping people manage conditions and navigate NHS services with confidence.

Today, our mission remains the same: to ensure allergy is taken seriously and no one faces it alone.

A message from our CEO

For 35 years, Allergy UK has been supporting people living with allergy, driving awareness, improving understanding, and pushing for better care. As we celebrate this milestone, we look back on how far we’ve come and ahead to the work still to be done for the millions affected across the UK.

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A timeline of Allergy UK

As the charity celebrates this landmark anniversary, it is also an opportunity to reflect on how far allergy care and awareness have come. From its beginnings as the British Allergy Foundation to becoming today’s leading national allergy charity, Allergy UK’s story is one of innovation, persistence and compassion.

Step back in time

Our Helpline, 35 years of support and advice

As Allergy UK marks 35 years, we celebrates the impact of our Helpline, supporting thousands of people with trusted advice, reassurance, and a listening ear when it’s needed most.

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Get Involved

Walk Your Way 2026

Walk Your Way 2026

This year to celebrate our 35th anniversary here at Allergy UK why not join our special edition Walk Your Way 2026 challenge! Take on 100km in October to show your support for the 21 million people living with an allergic condition across the UK.

Be one of our 35 champions!

Be one of our 35 champions!

To further celebrate our milestone this year, we’re aiming to recruit 35 amazing supporters to take on 35 challenge events - could you be one of them? We’ve got something for everyone all over the country, including classic runs, giant inflatables, Tough Mudders and Ultra Challenges!

Regular Giving Donation

Regular Giving Donation

For 35 years, thanks to your support, we've been here for the millions of people living with allergies. We can continue to be there when it matters most: providing vital services such as our dedicated Helpline, trusted resources and specialist clinics. If you become a Regular Giver, your monthly gift would provide reassurance, expert guidance and hope throughout the year.

A-Z of Allergy

Whether you’re looking for information on specific allergic conditions, practical support services, expert-reviewed guidance, or helpful pages covering topics from diagnosis to everyday management, this directory makes it simple to find what you need quickly.

A-Z of allergy

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