Newark Town FC Team Talk

13/11/2025

Treat people with kindness

10/11/2025

Many of you will have seen the sad news today about Jamie Poole.

While formal identification has not yet taken place, the police have confirmed that a body has been found and Jamie’s family have been informed.

It’s heartbreaking news and it will hit hard for a lot of people.

If you’re struggling, feeling lost or just need to talk, please reach out. You don’t have to face anything on your own.

Our group is here for each other. Whether it’s a chat, a brew or just sitting together in silence, you’re not alone.

If you need extra support, you can also contact:

Samaritans – 116 123 (free, 24/7)

Mind – 0300 123 3393

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – 0800 58 58 58

Please respect Jamie’s family and their privacy at this difficult time.

Let’s look out for each other. Check in with your mates tonight. A quick message or a phone call can really help someone who’s finding things tough.

🕊️ We’re a community. Let’s lean on each other and keep talking.

Police searching for a missing man have recovered a body.

06/11/2025

Mental health problems don't define you

01/11/2025

💙 A Personal Message from Carla 💙

I’ve been awake since 5am, thinking about a local man who has been missing from his family for four days.
We don’t know the circumstances, or whether he has been struggling with his mental health — but it’s hard not to wonder.

Moments like this are a reminder of my reasons for starting Newark Town Team Talk last year: to give men a place to talk, to listen, and to know they’re not alone.

That’s why I’m taking part in a 20-mile walk on the 22nd of November to raise funds for Newark Town Team Talk.
Every penny will go towards helping us reach more men, raise awareness, and encourage those who are struggling in silence to reach out before it’s too late.

Please consider donating and sharing this post. Your support could genuinely help save a life.

In March 2024, after seeing a rise in male suicides in our area — and realisi… Carla Brown needs your support for 20 MILE WALK IN AID OF NEWARK TOWN TEAM TALK

30/10/2025

🥾 Team Talk Sunday Walk – Join for as long as you like!

We’re out again this Sunday for another proper Team Talk walk — bit of fresh air, some good chat, and maybe even a dip for those who fancy it.

Meet: 9:30am at Hawton Road Allotments (near NG24 4QT)
Route: Hawton Road → Hawton Village → Winthorpe → Showground → Coddington Lane → Beacon Hill → Sconce & Devon Park
Distance: About 8.5 miles total — but you don’t have to do the whole thing!

If you just fancy the first section, or want to meet us halfway for a catch-up and coffee, that’s totally fine. It’s all about showing up, having a chat, and getting outside — not setting records.

We’ll finish at Rumbles Café in Sconce Park, and there’s an optional cold water dip in the River Devon 🏊‍♂️ for anyone feeling brave (5–10 mins just sitting in the water does wonders for your head and body).

Bring a drink, snack, towel (if dipping), and your usual walking gear.
Good chat, no pressure, no one left behind.

Drop a 👍 or comment if you’re coming, even if it’s just for part of the route.

29/10/2025

🥾 Sunday Walk: Hawton Road → Sconce & Devon Loop (8.5 miles)

Bit of fresh air, bit of banter, maybe a cold dip at the end, perfect Sunday reset.

This week we’re doing a loop walk from Hawton Road Allotments out through the villages and back round to Sconce and Devon Park.

🗓️ Sunday – meet 9:30am at Hawton Road Allotments (near NG24 4QT)
Distance: ~8.5 miles / 13.5 km
Time: Around 4 hours (steady pace, plenty of chat stops)
Terrain: Mostly flat – mix of riverside paths, lanes and parkland

🗺️ Route:

Hawton Road → Hawton Village – quiet countryside and a quick stop by the old church.

Hawton → Winthorpe Village – along the river, maybe a cheeky drink at The Lord Nelson.

Winthorpe → Showground → Coddington Lane – wide open farmland views.

Coddington Lane → Beacon Hill → Sconce Park – finish with a stroll through the woods and into the park café.

☕ Optional Stops

Hawton Churchyard – peaceful early break.

Winthorpe Village Green – benches and pub stop.

Rumbles Café (Sconce Park) – perfect finish.

Optional cold water dip in the River Devon 🏊‍♂️
(just 5–10 mins sitting in the water does wonders for your head and body — no swimming skills needed!)

Bring a drink, snack, towel (if dipping), and your usual walking gear.
Good chat, no pressure, no one left behind.

Drop a 👍 if you’re coming or thinking about it so we know numbers.

27/10/2025

Need to talk? Want to get something off your chest?

You’re not alone.

Come join Newark Town Team Talk — a friendly men’s group where you can chat, listen, and just be yourself.

🕖 Every Monday at 7pm
📍 Tom Mann Pavilion, Devon Park, Newark (NG24 4QN)

No sign-ups. No fees. No pressure.
Just good blokes, honest chat, and a safe space to offload.

We talk about life, stress, family, work — whatever’s on your mind. Then we often end the night with a game of pool, darts, or whatever the group fancies.

It’s all about support, laughter, and community.
Come down, grab a brew, and say hello

20/10/2025

Newark Team Talk
Monday Nights for the Lads 🫶🏼

Sometimes, life gets heavy.
Work. Family. Stress. The stuff we all deal with but rarely talk about.

That’s what Newark Team Talk is for.
A free, friendly space where blokes can show up, have a brew, and chat about whatever’s on their mind.

No judgement. No pressure. Just real talk with good lads who get it.

🗓 Every Monday, 7pm
📍 Tom Mann Pavilion, Newark
☕ Free tea, coffee, and good company

You don’t have to be struggling to come along — just come for a chat, a laugh, and to see you’re not alone.

Tag a mate who might need to hear this

18/10/2025

Ask for help. The group meets on a Monday

17/10/2025

You've come a long way...

14/10/2025

When things get too much Sometimes things can get on top of you. it's important to check in. Groups such as this one are important.

13/10/2025

Newark Team Talk is a free local men’s group where lads of all ages come together for a brew, a chat, and some real conversation.
No pressure. No judgement. Just a safe, welcoming space to talk, listen, and connect.

And tonight, we’re joined by Nathan Cumberland, a Newark lad with an incredible story.
After serving in the British Army and being seriously injured in Afghanistan, Nathan rebuilt his life with unbelievable strength and determination.
From the Invictus Games to fostering children with additional needs, he’s an inspiration to many.

If you’ve never been before, tonight’s the perfect time to come along.
7pm at Tom Mann Pavilion, Newark.
Free to attend. Open to all men.

Let’s keep the conversation going in our community 🫶🏼