Men Talk

18/02/2026

Campfire Conversations

This session is great for your well-being. We have lived experience and are great listeners, fire will be lit to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Who’s it for
14-25s. It’s a space for listening, sharing, and supporting others.

A gentle, supportive environment to connect with others and practice self-care.
A safe space to voice thoughts and be heard.

Time:** 5pm
Location:** Hodge House Community Centre
Facilitators:** This session features guys with lived experience who are good listeners

Breaking Cycles CIC

11/02/2026

Tomorrow we have a special guest, Steve Flynn from Boost Wellbeing CIC.

Session starts at 6pm
Location: Hodge House Community Centre

What to expect: an informal, supportive chat focused on mental well-being, sharing experiences, and practical tips.

Accessibility: venue is wheelchair accessible; if you need any adjustments, please let us know.

About Men Talk: a social support group dedicated to mental health and community connection; no pressure to speak, come and listen if you prefer.

Safety & confidentiality: we maintain a confidential and respectful environment; personal stories shared in the room stay in the room.

30/01/2026

Check out our new Website. All the details for our groups are on there, including WALK and TALK, Men Talk and Bradley Youth Club.
All events are bookable on the site. If you’re not sure about us please read the testimonials on there.

Massive thank you to Aaron Massingham for building the site, he's a genius 💙

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30/01/2026

Last night’s Cooking class with Chef Dan was a great hit. The guys chipped in and helped Chef with the cooking and learnt how to cook a Chicken Masala curry and Pilau rice from scratch.

The curry and rice were amazing, and the lads even took some home.

Massive thanks to Hodge House Community Centre Rafida and Tony for funding the session. They will provide this service for the guys once a month. Keep an eye on our page for the next one.

Please join us anytime. If you’ve got a craving for practical cooking skills and a friendly, supportive session, join us next time at Hodge House Community Centre.

Ps you can see the concentration on their faces 🤣

29/01/2026

The guys are cooking Chicken Massala, get yourself down to Hodge House Community Centre.

We are here till 8pm.

27/01/2026

This Thursday we’re doing something a little different at our group.

We have a cooking class with Chef Dan 👨‍🍳 who will be cooking up a storm with a step-by-step tutorial 😋

Our Men’s session will run as normal from 6:15pm. If you want to learn to cook a proper curry, join Chef Dan at 5:00pm at Hodge House Community Centre.

The idea is to introduce cooking at home to the guys using fresh ingredients, teaching how to cook and save loads of money, better than takeaways and processed foods.

Benefits of cooking at home**:

Healthier meals with control over ingredients and portions

Cost savings compared to takeaway or pre-made meals

Skills that boost independence and confidence

Family or social bonding around shared meals

Routine and structure that can support mental wellbeing

Therapeutic benefits**:

Cooking can provide a calming, focused activity that reduces stress

Creates a sense of achievement and purpose
Opportunity to practice mindfulness and problem-solving in a practical setting

Positive social connection, reducing isolation and boosting mood

See you on Thursday 🙂

Ps it's definitely 5pm start for the cooking class not 5.30pm as it states on the poster.

WALK and TALK We Evolve Project

14/01/2026

We’re back tomorrow evening for our session at 6:00pm.

Where: Hodge House Community Centre
When: Tomorrow 15th January, 6:00pm

All welcome. If you or someone you know is looking for support with mental health and everyday challenges, come along and join us in a supportive, friendly environment. See you there!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year to you all and your families.

We hope you’ve had a great Christmas and a well-deserved break.

Reminder: Our next Men Talk session is on 15th January at 6:00pm at Hodge House Community Centre.

Wishing you all the best for 2026. Stay connected, stay safe, and take care. 🖤

18/12/2025

Tonight, we treated our lads to a Christmas three-course meal. These aren’t just friends — they’re a brotherhood. They’ve got each other’s backs and we’re all there for one another. I’m so proud of every single one of them.

Huge thank you to the Thatch and Thistle for the incredible food and excellent service, you helped make the night really special.

We’re taking a couple of weeks off for Christmas and will be back on Thursday 15 January.

Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎉🎄

Maj

WALK and TALK

14/12/2025

Our Daz in London for the weekend 🖤

03/12/2025

Just a reminder guy's Men Talk is on tomorrow at 6pm Hodge House Community Centre 🖤

21/11/2025

Massive shout out to Nurul Hoque Bombay Lounge Barrowford for feeding the lad's at Men Talk last night. They absolutely loved the food. 🖤 You're a good man, always giving back to the community.

Thanks Stuart William Craig for picking the food up covering me whilst I was off. Thanks Daz too before he starts whinging that he didn't get a mention 😉

We Evolve Project WALK and TALK