We’re excited to be returning to the wonderful Folk Festival this year! Our team will be on site offering support from Friday, 22nd August to Monday, 25th August, between 9 am and 5 pm each day.

Festivals are all about fun, but they can also feel overwhelming at times and may intensify any challenges or emotions you’re already dealing with. That’s why we’re here. Our experienced team has supported festivalgoers for several years, offering a friendly presence, a listening ear, and signposting to further help if needed.

If you need someone to talk to, don’t hesitate to come find us. You’re not alone.

We had an amazing time at Vanlife 2025! Our incredible team of volunteers had inspiring conversations and connected with one of the friendliest crowds we've ever met. Despite the wind, spirits were high and the energy was fantastic. Thanks to everyone who made it such a memorable experience!

A Heartfelt Thank You!!

We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who attended our St Vincent’s Mental Health Awareness Week fundraiser! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was joyful, and we hope you enjoyed the bhangra dancing as much as we did!

We’re thrilled to share that, thanks to your generosity, we raised:
£400+ from the raffle
£450 from ticket sales
And an incredibly generous £1,000 donation from someone who couldn’t attend
Bringing our total fundraising to an amazing £1,850!
Your support for Shropshire Mental Health Support makes a real and lasting impact. Every penny raised stays right here in Shropshire, helping us respond swiftly and compassionately to those who need us most.
Thank you again for your incredible support—it truly means the world to us. 💚

Special thanks to:
DJ Seb @backfromamsterdam for the fantastic music
Sarah Bright @icandanceshrewsbury for the joyful bhangra dancing
Mia Plant Photography @miaplant 

Oh, what a night! A huge thank you to each of you who supported our charity fashion show.

First and foremost, I want to thank the entire @firstlight.shrewsbury team for their invaluable support and for showcasing their incredibly stylish clothes. Our amazing models truly pushed themselves out of their comfort zones and nailed the catwalk.

A special shout-out to Dan and Phil for creating such a fantastic atmosphere with their saxophone and spin duo @saxspin. I also want to do a big shout-out to the best photographer in town, @alex_ford_wedding_photography, for capturing this event so perfectly.

A big thank you to @sianbrennantodd, our patron and host for the evening, who ensured everything flowed seamlessly. Thanks also to @wildstreetkitchen for the delicious food and, of course, to our wonderful volunteers who made it all possible.

We raised £2010!

We are grateful to the Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire for the honour of cutting the ribbon on our new vehicle. It was a pleasure to introduce her to some of our team members, along with the Mayor of Shrewsbury and everyone who came together to launch Shropshire's new well-being vehicle.

This innovative vehicle is designed to travel across the county, providing essential support and guidance to individuals in need of mental health and well-being assistance. Recognising the importance of mental health awareness, Shropshire Mental Health Support has been honoured as the Mayor's Charity of the Year. Over the past 12 months, the mayor has actively engaged in a wide range of initiatives and events aimed at raising awareness and funds for this vital organisation.

This vehicle was made possible through the generous support of sponsors such as Cyclone Sign and Print, The Rose Patterson Trust, and Hendra House, along with numerous fundraisers and donors. Their commitment to community well-being reflects a collective effort to create a healthier and more supportive environment for all residents of Shropshire.

We were honoured to attend Hencote’s International Women’s Day event, celebrating the incredible women in our community. With an amazing turnout, the day was filled with inspiration, connection, and important conversations around mental health and wellbeing.

Our CEO, Heather, had the privilege of delivering a speech, highlighting the importance of mental health support for women and the work we do to ensure that no one in Shropshire faces their struggles alone.

A truly unforgettable moment came when Alfie Boe made a surprise appearance to sing Happy Birthday to a very lucky guest—adding a touch of magic to an already wonderful day!

A huge thank you to Hencote for hosting such a fantastic event and to everyone who came along to celebrate.

The Galantines Netball Fundraiser was a fantastic success! 🎉 A huge thank you to Jess Hicks for her incredible effort in organising such a brilliant event—you are truly an inspiration. Our volunteers and trustees had an amazing time being part of such a wonderful day.

We’re still awaiting the final total, but we estimate that around £3,000 has been raised! 🙌✨

We were thrilled to receive a donation of £900 from the Shrewsbury Handbells. It was a pleasure to meet some of the members and give them a tour of our main facility. Your generous contribution, along with the funds raised, enables us to continue offering crucial mental health support and our vibrant well-being groups to people across Shropshire. These services and activities have become indispensable resources for those in need.

We are grateful to the incredibly talented students and friends from Ellesmere College who turned Blue Monday into a joyful occasion by organising a fun-filled music concert. They raised an impressive £550 for Shropshire Mental Health Services. We had the pleasure of meeting some of the students who performed, and they showcased one of the songs from the night. They truly are an exceptionally talented group!

In recognition of Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, we had the pleasure of visiting Moreton Hall School with our well-being vehicle. It's important to raise awareness and showcase the support available in Shropshire. We appreciate your warm welcome. We look forward to returning soon.

We thoroughly enjoyed attending Enable’s Conscious Recruitment event on Thursday, February 6th, at The Hive.

It was enlightening, and we understand how important it is for everyone to feel included in the workplace. I would encourage you to reach out to Enable to explore how you can make your environment more inclusive and how conscious recruitment can positively impact your business.

We want to take this opportunity to thank the entire team at Arrow County Supplies for their remarkable fundraising efforts over the past year. I had the pleasure of meeting some of the team members during our initial meeting last year, and it was refreshing to hear their passion for wellbeing, preventing burnout, and promoting mental health. One of our support workers also spent some time at the headquarters and enjoyed getting to know the team.

Arrow County has raised an impressive total of £1,695.02. This is a fantastic achievement! 

We want to take a moment to express how truly thankful we are for your Movember Challenge, thank you for choosing to support Shropshire Mental Health Support and raising over £230.00.

Your generous donation and the funds gained from the fundraising will enable us to continue providing our essential mental health support services and our flourishing well-being groups to people all over Shropshire, services and activities that people who are struggling have come to rely on.

In memory of his friend Rich, who tragically took his life in July 2024, Tom will take on the three peaks challenge to raise funds for a vital charity and bring awareness to the dangers of addiction and depression. The journey begins on June 13, 2025, with a 370-mile drive from Shrewsbury to Glencoe, Scotland, to scale Ben Nevis under the cover of darkness. Standing at 1,344 meters, Ben Nevis will be the first peak in this 24-hour challenge, followed by Scafell Pike in England’s Lake District at 978 meters, and finally Snowdon in Wales, towering at 1,085 meters. With approximately 480 miles to drive between the peaks, only 14 hours remain for climbing, keeping this tribute to Rich, who cherished nature and the outdoors, on an intense schedule. Friends are invited to join for the last ascent up Snowdon to support this mission, aiming to bring greater awareness of the impact of these diseases on men in our generation.

We had the pleasure of hosting an afternoon tea in appreciation of our volunteers, fundraisers, and donors. It is important to recognise their contributions, which have helped make Shropshire Mental Health Support the thriving charity it is today. They are the heartbeat of our organisation, and we could not continue our work without them.

We were also delighted to welcome The High Sheriff, Brian Welti, who kindly presented the organisation with an award to acknowledge these efforts.

We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to the support of @shrewsburybookclub and our wonderful community, we reached our target and raised over £500 for @shropshiremhs! This great initiative not only provided an excellent excuse to pick up a book but also supported an important cause.

Shrewsbury Book Club was proud to take part in our first fundraiser for Shropshire MHS by hosting a 6-hour 25-minute read-a-thon throughout the weekend. Thank you to everyone who joined us on the 19th and 20th of October 2024 from the comfort of their own homes. Together, we raised funds and spread awareness in honor of World Mental Health Day and Suicide Prevention.

We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported our 50th Birthday Ball. We are immensely thankful for the raffle prize donations, auction prize donations, and generous contributions from those who could not attend. A special thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this milestone. The party was truly fantastic, and the incredible performances by the Hot Jazz Biscuits and Sarah Bright and the Dapper Flappers took the celebration to new heights. We also need to give a huge thank you to Alex Ford Photography for capturing the evening and being a reminder of the fun we had, and to the Auctioneer, David Brettell, for helping us smash our fundraising target. Finally, our sincere appreciation goes out to our dedicated team of volunteers whose selfless efforts contributed significantly to the success of the event!

We are truly grateful for the generosity shown by Yvonne, the Lady Captain at Arscott Golf Club. Your thoughtful donation is deeply appreciated and will make a significant impact in supporting our work. Meeting the ladies and taking in the beautiful scenery from the clubhouse was a wonderful experience. Thank you for your support and warm hospitality.

A huge thank you to Mighty Mele Games for their incredible efforts in hosting a 24-hour Warhammer Build, Paint, & Battle Challenge in support of Shropshire Mental Health Support. We’re thrilled to share that an amazing £750 was raised!

The dedication and hard work of the Mighty Mele Games team, along with the fantastic support from the community, have made a real difference.

Thank you, Mighty Mele!

Clive, our Chairman Trustee, had the pleasure of attending a meeting with the local MP, Julia Buckley. Clive says It was great to have the opportunity to discuss mental health and the work we do in Shropshire. We rely on our local community to spread the word, destigmatise mental health, and make sure everyone in Shropshire is heard."

We want to extend a huge thank you to Robbie Jones for organising a fundraiser event in support of Shropshire Mental Health Support at The Coracle Inn. The day was packed with live music from various bands, a raffle, auction, cake sales, and more. Robbie had thought of everything. Thanks again to Robbie and everyone who contributed to making the event a success, whether by donating their time, prizes, money, or sponsoring the event

We want to extend a huge thank you to Mayor, Cllr David Vasmer, who hosted a wonderful event in the Dingle in Shrewsbury's Quarry on Friday 20th September,
During the event, guests enjoyed fizz and canapes from Jennys Catering and were entertained by Shropshire Youth Theatre (SYT) performing excerpts from A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the beautiful Dingle surroundings. The event was blessed with late summer evening sunshine and illuminated areas, creating a magical atmosphere. The raffle raised £460 for the Mayor’s Charity Fund, supporting Omega Ending Isolation Ending Loneliness and MHS Shropshire.

Gemma and Her Team Cycle 500k from London to Paris, Raising Nearly £8,000 for Shropshire Mental Health Support!

These amazing ladies self-funded and organised the entire trip, from printing jerseys to planning the route and pit stops. We are incredibly grateful for their support.

Thank you, Gemma and team, for your incredible effort and generosity!

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the Prestfelde Spring Ball an amazing evening. You raised an incredible £8000 for Shropshire Mental Health Support. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the organisers, guests, prize donors, and auction winners for their contributions in raising funds and providing us with a platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma.

https://www.prestfelde.co.uk

Our amazing events volunteers had the pleasure of attending The Shrewsbury Folk Festival this weekend. They offered a listening ear and support to any festival goers who may need it from our wellbeing vehicle. You’ll notice our mascot “Smudge” in this photo, which was made for us by the talented Crafty Knitters Senior Citizens Club Oswestry. He will be touring the county on our new well-being vehicle when it arrives. Stay tuned for where he will visit next!

The sun shone, and we took it ‘Back to the 80s’ in style! Thanks to everyone who came out and lit up the park with their dance moves – it was so much fun! Your smiles helped highlight the message that moving is so good for our mental well-being, and dancing together as a community is even better. A huge thank you to everyone who has generously donated to Shropshire Mental Health Support Charity, helping us raise nearly £500 through this event! If you’d still like to support this wonderful local charity, you can donate using the link below. A massive shout-out to the volunteers and members of staff from Shropshire who ran the event, and of course, the awesome DJ Dan Anderton for spinning the hits that got us moving. Thanks also to the Mayor of Shrewsbury for attending and to our fantastic photographer Alex Latham for capturing the energy of the day. It truly was a team effort, and we couldn’t have done it without you all!

Thank you, Music Anywhere for granting Shropshire MHS 4 free music sessions for visitors of our service.

We are very grateful to Music Anywhere ,Shropshire Council and VibrantShropshire for funding us to share live music with community groups, preventing social isolation in Shropshire.

This is thanks to the UK government Shared Prosperity Fund, reaching out to our local areas and helping people to be included in their communities, improving their health and well-being.

The mayor's first event since his appointment was a delightful afternoon tea which raised over £700 for both charities. Join us for the next fundraiser:
An evening of entertainment from Shrewsbury Youth Theatre performing extracts from A Midsummer Night's Dream. Tickets are £25 each. Please contact Shrewsbury Town Council for further information by email – enquiries@shrewsburytowncouncil.gov.uk or Tel 01743 281010

We are thrilled to announce that Tired Mum’s Coffee is supporting Shropshire Mental Health Support for the next 6 months (August 2024 to January 2025). They asked their customers to vote for which charity to support, and 55% of the votes were in favour of Shropshire Mental Health Support.

The more coffee you drink, the more Tired Mum’s Coffee can give back, and more families can receive support. Order now through their website www.tiredmumscoffee.co.uk.