19/11/2025
To anyone and everyone that at some point in their lives has been touched by su***de…we see you, we hear you, we feel you ❤️🙏
On this it’s hard but important to look at the sad reality and statistics…that 14 men die every day by su***de in the UK (three in every four) with a su***de rate increasing for the past four years. The su***de rate in England is the highest this century. Over 5,000 men every year die by su***de across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Today, we would like to offer our sincerest thanks and deepest gratitude to The BISH Magazine, designed and produced by Douglas Print of Bishops Stortford for taking the time to come and see us at The Nest and include this article in this months edition of The BISH. 🙏
If anyone knows of any Men (or Women) that may benefit from attending one of weekly FREE to attend weekly traditional community talking and sharing circles held in our yurt here at The Nest in Little Hadham, Hertfordshire then please do share our contact details with them. ❤️ At some point in their lives, everyone could do with a space where they can simply feel ‘Safe, Seen, Heard & Understood’
For those that wish to read the article, here is what it said:
The article…
It’s hard to know where to start with The Nest. Only that everyone in the wider community needs to know of its existence. While not everyone may suffer with mental health issues, it’s likely everyone knows someone who will, and being familiar places like The Nest could just change – even save – someone’s life.
The Nest has been operating in various forms since 2016, set up by husband and wife team River and Kimmie Taylor. Originally helping people from their own home, it has grown and flourished and now found its forever home at the tranquil Silver Leys Polo Club, a beautiful swathe of land in Little Hadham which is perfect for the newly-erected yurt. As a place to be heard, The Nest offers a plethora of wellbeing services but particularly talking circles, both for men and women, which take place on Wednesday and Thursday evenings respectively.
The circles, which do exactly what they say on the tin, are group settings – led by Kimmie or River – where people can come and speak freely about the things that might be troubling them. The idea is to provide an environment with no judgement and where attendees can feel ‘Safe, seen, heard and understood.’
The circles have provided vital care to thousands of men and women over the years, often with transformative results. It’s worth noting these groups are for anyone, whatever their circumstances, and are free to attend. Owing in part to the much-appreciated support and funding from Hertfordshire County Council. The Nest are also recognised by Green Social Prescribing, are being referred to by GPs across the county and have all the necessary mental health training and requisite insurances/DBS checks that are so important when providing the kind of care they offer.
Talking circles, for those not au fait, look to mimic the problem- and story-sharing groups from days of old, when people lived more communally. Before the days of single-family dwellings, modern technology and the pressure of life as we know it today. Where once it was commonplace to share your day with your peers and elders, we now live in a time of increasing isolation and, for some, desolation.
The circles provide an opportunity for ‘participants to find solace in knowing they are not alone in their struggles, while also gaining diverse perspectives that can inspire personal transformation and collective action. Ultimately, talking circles cultivate a sense of belonging and support, helping to create a more resilient and united community.’
I was lucky enough to spend a few hours in the yurt with River, Kimmie and Martin, one of a handful of very dear volunteers who’ve provided their time and resources to keep The Nest moving forwards. It’s clear Kimmie and River’s passion for helping others, combined with their drive to make their services available, are keeping them very busy indeed. Aside from the group and 1:1 sessions, Kimmie offers a long list of holistic therapies including massage and reflexology. While The Nestaurant is the pair’s vegetarian and vegan food truck, which can be found at various locations but also hired for private events of all kinds. The truck also allows them to get out and into the community and spread the word of The Nest even further.
Future plans for this community interest company include expanding on services for young people, a possible allotment and animal husbandry with retired horse Macarena (I’m in).
They are always looking for new volunteers, sponsors and anyone else who might want to be involved with this very special endeavour, so if you have spare time and/or resources you can reach out to Kimmie or River at:
Website: https://thenestcic.org.uk
Email: thenestcic@gmail.com
Tel: 07525 719993
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