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Some of the clubs and support groups available for men in Dorset, offering a safe space to talk, chill, enjoy new activities and make new friends.

Men’s sheds and repair cafes

Men's Sheds are community spaces for men to connect, converse and create. A chance to come together to share skills and experiences and make and mend.

It's so much easier to talk over a task than just face-to-face. The groups have practical purpose and help reduce loneliness and isolation. Find your nearest

Andys Man Club

A suicide prevention charity offering a safe space where men can feel comfortable to talk and open up about their experiences without judgment. There are groups in Dorchester and Weymouth

Active in Mind

Active in Mind sessions are run by Dorset Mind and offer a safe and friendly space to enjoy a cuppa and join in games and physical activity, from chess to pool. The group welcomes people with mental health challenges who are looking to try new activities and build connections with others. Discover the Bournemouth group

Walks for Men

Men Walking and Talking (MWAT) run mental health walks, with the aim of bringing men together in a safe space to end the stigma around men's mental health by supporting each other.

A new Dorchester group will be holding its first walk from Poundbury on Tuesday, 24th?June, for men wanting to: improve fitness, make new friends, deal with life challenges. Find out more

Blue Balls, Weymouth

A sea swimming club for men. The benefits of cold water swimming on mental health are well documented. Paddle, swim, or just sit on the shore and chat – all welcome. You don’t need to be an experienced swimmer. Come on in!

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