Men's Wellbeing Activities

Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference to health and wellbeing. Here's some information about groups, activities and organisations in South Cambs and Cambridge that can support men to get moving, connect with others, and seek help when needed.

Get Moving

MAN v FAT Football
MAN v FAT Football is a football club for men with a BMI of 27.50 or above. The club meet weekly at Abbey Leisure in Cambridge for matches and weigh ins. Men of all ages and levels of fitness are welcome. Find out more here.

Walking Football
Walking football is a growing sport suitable for people of any level of fitness or experience. Find out more here.

Wellbeing Walks
Wellbeing walks are short group walks led by friendly, trained leaders who provide encouragement and support. Find out more here.

Connect

Andy’s Man Club Cambridge
Andy’s Man Club aims to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation. The Cambridge group meet on Monday evenings at Coleridge Community College and there's also an online group. Find out more here.

Cambridge United Foundation Social Activities
Cambridge United Foundation run regular free social activities, including a community café, a dementia café, and lunches & afternoon tea events for people aged 50+ in Cambridge. You don't have to live in Cambridge to join and South Cambs residents are welcome to attend. Find out more here.

Community Hubs
Run within existing community spaces throughout South Cambs, Community Hubs provide a safe and friendly environment in which to connect with others. With free refreshments, activities, information and advice, everyone is welcome regardless of age or circumstances. Find out more here.

For Men To Talk
For Men To Talk organises informal groups for men with anxiety, depression and grief to support each other, meeting in person in Gamlingay and online. Find out more here.

Men's Hems Sewing Sessions
Sew Positive run weekly drop-in sewing sessions in Cambridge, offering a creative space for men to learn some practical and creative basic sewing skills, and chat about mental health. Find out more here.

Men's Sheds
Men's Sheds or Community Sheds are shared workshops where you can enjoy fixing and making things in the company of others. Many come just for the tea and banter, and people of any skill/experience over the age of 18 are welcome. Find out more here.

Milton Walk & Talk - MenWalkTalk
MenWalkTalk support, organise and deliver mental wellbeing walks for men aged 18+ facilitated by Chris, a trained volunteer walk leader. Meeting every two weeks at Milton Country Park. Find out more here.

Walk & Talk 4 Men Cambourne
A men’s mental health support group walking and talking in and around Cambourne, providing an informal way for men to connect, de-stress and share experiences. You don't have to be a Cambourne resident to attend and it's free. Find out more here.

Seek Help

Healthy You
Healthy You provide healthy lifestyle support to people living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. This includes support in the following areas: Weight Management, Alcohol Reduction, Diabetes, Carer Support, Stop Smoking Services and Falls Prevention. They also run health checks in community locations. Find out more here.

Qwell Online Support
Qwell is a free online well-being service for adults in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. You can access support for any emotional health and wellbeing needs from a professional team of qualified counsellors, plus peer to peer support, self-help and forums. Find out more here. 

Other Mental Health Support
There are many local organisations that can provide support if you are experiencing mental health challenges. Visit the 'Support' section of the How Are You South Cambs website and explore the organisations listed under the orange drop-down categories: 'Mental Health - Online', 'Mental Health - Self-Refer', 'Mental Health - GP referral', and 'Mental Health - Crisis'.