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Highlands of Royston donation helps more men find a safe space to talk

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‘For Men To Talk’ has received a generous £250 donation from Highlands of Royston at Low Cottage, and this support will make a real difference to men who need a safe, friendly place to talk about their mental health.

Founder Luke Newman said, “Donations like this allow us to keep creating spaces where men feel comfortable, accepted, and able to open up in their own time. Every contribution helps us reach more men who simply need someone to listen.”

How the Donation Will Help

This funding will support several important areas of the group’s work:

Peer Support Meetings

‘For Men To Talk’ runs many different types of meetings—in-person, virtual, walking, and even fishing sessions. Every meeting gives men a calm, judgment-free space to talk about how they feel. Donations help pay for:

  • Safe, welcoming venues
  • Online platforms for virtual sessions
  • Expanding meetings into more towns and communities

These sessions are the heart of the community interest company, giving men connection, understanding, and a sense of belonging.

Reducing Barriers to Getting Help

One of the most important parts of ‘For Men To Talk’ is how simple and relaxed it is. There are:

  • No rules
  • No registration
  • No referral

Men can say as much or as little as they want. The meetings are informal, pressure-free, and open to everyone. Donations allow the group to keep this approach—easy, friendly, and welcoming.

Open to All Men

‘For Men To Talk’ welcomes men from all backgrounds, identities, cultures, and lived experiences. Whether someone is coping with:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Stress from work
  • Relationship challenges
  • Or simply needs a space to talk

…they are welcome.

Growing Support Across Many Communities

Since starting in 2019, ‘For Men To Talk’ has grown every year. The group now offers physical, virtual, walking, and fishing meetings across many towns and villages, including:

Ampthill, Biggleswade, Blunham, Potton, Shefford, Flitwick, Sandy, St Neots, Gamlingay, Hitchin, and Stockport.

This growth shows how many men are looking for a safe place to talk—and how important community support is.

Support for Autism Too

The organisation also runs ‘’For Men To Talk’ About Autism’, a virtual group for:

  • Autistic men
  • Men who have autistic family members
  • Men waiting for an autism diagnosis

It’s a positive, understanding space where people can share experiences, discuss challenges, and learn from each other.

A Heartfelt Thank You

Donations like the one from Highlands of Royston help keep these meetings running and allow the group to reach even more men who might be struggling in silence.

If you’d like to learn more, attend a meeting, or support the community interest company, you can:

Your support could help change a man’s life.