Alopecia UK is a small national charity working to improve the lives of those affected by alopecia through support, awareness, research and fundraising. As part of their support function, Alopecia UK organise a national conference packed full of talks, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitors and social events. The Big Weekend, as it is dubbed, has become a core part of the Alopecia UK calendar and provides individuals and their families an opportunity to learn more and meet people who are also affected by the condition.