Hundreds Expected to Join Walk for a Life in Suicide Prevention Effort Wednesday, August 27, 2025 suicide prevention mentalhealth awareness walk remembrance taunton support community wellbeing Somerset residents are invited to come together for the fourth annual Walk for a Life, a meaningful event dedicated to remembrance and suicide prevention. Organized by Somerset Council’s public health team alongside various … Read More
Wells Walking Group Promotes Mental Health Through Nature and Connection Wednesday, August 13, 2025 mentalhealth wellbeing walking community somerset workplace nature support friendship inclusion For years, Alex Gillespie and his dog Meg wandered the Somerset hills alone. Now, at 43, Alex leads a vibrant walking group that uplifts mental health by blending scenic treks with meaningful dialogue. Hailing from Dulcote, … Read More
Tree-mendous Day Out Lifts Spirits of Somerset Care Home Residents Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset carehome westonbirt arboretum nature dementia sensory outdoor wellbeing accessibility Residents of Catherine House Care Home in Frome experienced a heartwarming day immersed in nature during a visit to Westonbirt Arboretum, one of Britain’s premier tree collections. The outing offered a refreshing change of … Read More
Plans Unveiled to Replace Bath’s Historic Fire Station with Modern Facility Wednesday, July 30, 2025 firestation bath avon redevelopment architecture firefighting wellbeing heritage safety modernisation Bath’s iconic fire station near Cleveland Bridge, an Art Deco gem from 1938, is set to be demolished and replaced with a modern facility. Avon Fire and Rescue Service has submitted a planning application to Bath and North … Read More
A Vibrant New Café and Community Hub Supporting Young People in Cheddar Saturday, July 26, 2025 cafe community youth wellbeing support mentalhealth cheddar parents charity hub A fresh and inviting café and community hub has opened its doors in Cheddar, Somerset, dedicated to offering more than just coffee. Spearheaded by children’s mental health charity The Space, this new venue aims to be a … Read More
'I was an elderly woman and lonely - but one meeting changed all that' Monday, July 21, 2025 loneliness friendship elderly befriend wellbeing community socialconnection volunteering mentalhealth ageing When Effie, a pensioner and former nurse, first met Magdalena in November, neither could have predicted the profound impact their encounter would have. Despite their age difference, their weekly meetings have blossomed into a … Read More