MHS Shropshire

🚵Six friends complete their cycling challenge from Whitehaven to Sunderland for Shropshire Mental Health Support. Liam Hoofe, Nathan Ritchie, Duncan Bowen, Ben Shelton, Tom Eales, and Kris Bekker not only completed their 205km cycle but also raised over £2,200 for the charity.

🚴The team started their 205km on 07 August and completed it over two days; during their cycle, they faced around 2,800m of elevation gain. The worst moment of the challenge came during the start of the second day, when they started their ride on a steep incline on already stiff and aching legs.

⛰Liam Hoofe said, “The cycle was extremely challenging both mentally and physically, and there were definitely moments where we wondered what we had gotten ourselves into. Knowing we were raising money for such a worthwhile cause was a real motivator, though, and it helped push us towards the finishing line. We want to thank everyone for their donations and support we have received over the last few weeks."

💜Heather Ireland said, “We are so grateful to Liam, Nathan, Duncan, Ben, Tom, and Kris for completing their epic cycle challenge. We know it wasn’t easy, especially with the heat at the moment; the team should be feeling so proud of their achievement; their story is inspiring. The team smashed their fundraising target, raising much-needed funds for Shropshire Mental Health Support.”

🔗The JustGiving page is still open; you can donate via the link below or link in bio on Instagram: https://www.justgiving.com/team/coasttocoast2026

💜‘Two Pound Tuesday’, where we are asking you to donate £2 to help us deliver support to people in Shropshire who are living with mental health challenges. At the heart of Shropshire Mental Health Support charity is a simple belief: no one should have to navigate their mental health struggles alone, and we need your help to do this!

Did you know…

🫖A £2 donation could pay for a cup of tea or coffee at our weekly Women’s Group. An established group of approx. 10-16 ladies who enjoy a start-of-session welcome chat and then a light-hearted activity that fosters connection and uplifting distraction.

💚We run 8 peer support groups weekly, from two walking groups, the allotment group, The Evergreens, Men and Women’s Groups, Crafty-Afty and a drop-in. Our peer-support groups are informal, welcoming environments where peers can meet, engage respectfully, and enjoy mutual company.

🔗Link in comments to donate or link in bio on Instagram. We recognise that some people aren't in a position to donate, so liking this post, commenting on it, sharing it or saving it is like donating money to the charity and helps us to reach more people.

💜We have a Calmer Cafe in Bridgnorth. Held every Wednesday from 17:15 - 19:15. This weekday evening service is dedicated to providing a supportive and welcoming space for people who would like some support with their mental health and wellbeing.

📱Booking is essential; call us on 01743 368 647 to book your space.

This afternoon our Wellbeing Vehicle is at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, between 2-4.

What we offer:

Emotional and Wellbeing support
Signposting and information in the local area
Listening ear
A non-judgemental space to talk
Mental health advice

No appointment is needed.

Good afternoon,

Our Wellbeing Vehicle will be out and about in Shropshire tomorrow.

Please see the attached poster for all the details.

No appointment is needed, just come and say hello to one of our team, and we will do our best to help. 😊

💜We have a Calmer Cafe in Ludlow. Held every Tuesday from 17:15 - 19:15. This weekday evening service is dedicated to providing a supportive and welcoming space for people who would like some support with their mental health and wellbeing.

📱Booking is essential; call us on 01743 368 647 to book your space.

🎉We now have a Calmer Cafe in Market Drayton. Held every Tuesday from 17:15 - 19:15. This weekday evening service is dedicated to providing a supportive and welcoming space for people who would like some support with their mental health and wellbeing.

📱Booking is essential; call us on 01743 368 647 to book your space.

🎉We now have a Calmer Cafe in Whitchurch. Held every Monday from 16:15 - 18:15. This weekday evening service is dedicated to providing a supportive and welcoming space for people who would like some support with their mental health and wellbeing.

📱Booking is essential; call us on 01743 368 647 to book your space.

☕Our new Neuro-Connect Café is open on Saturday, 11.30am to 2.30pm. If you feel you are neurodivergent, please come along to our new peer-support group.

📱If you are attending for the first time, call 01743 368 647 and speak with Maree.