Headway - Portsmouth and South East Hampshire

31/10/2025

Night time woody runs to navigate the terrain in the dark, rain, wind and everything in between Stuart is out and training.

22 miles in on a Sunday morning , 40000+ steps before midday all to train for his run to raise funds for Headway! Plus fitting in strength training, along side work (plastering so more physical activity) being a partner and a dad and life in general.

This is what Stuart has to say:

“I'm truly absolutely amazed at the love support and encouragement of others to me on this I would love to thank them all personally if I could.
Just over 5 weeks left before my run, I've attached the route map 32 miles around the woods. Can't wait!!! “

30/10/2025

Today we said farewell to Sylvia, as she officially begins her well-deserved retirement.

Sylvia has been an integral part of Headway Portsmouth & South East Hampshire, joining just five months after our CEO. Together, they have seen the charity grow in strength and watched our CEO’s vision for Headway come to life.

Sylvia has been a valued and much-loved member of the team, and she will be greatly missed. Our CEO has known this day would come for some time — in fact, Sylvia first mentioned retiring two years ago, but with a little gentle persuasion, she kindly agreed to stay on and continue supporting us even longer.

We wish Sylvia all the very best as she begins this exciting new chapter. Her warmth, dedication, and contribution to Headway will always be remembered with gratitude and affection.

30/10/2025

Had a great Halloween party today with our service users

Fantastic costumes, tasty food and good company - what more could you ask for!

29/10/2025

November's Super Draw is an exciting one: You could win this amazing Nintendo Switch 2 gaming bundle, just in time for Christmas (or cash alternative, of course) - but there's also £500 for the winners cause!

29/10/2025

We had such a lovely afternoon in Petersfield yesterday saying farewell to Sylvia as she finally heads into a well earned retirement!

Wishing her all the best for this exciting new chapter.

27/10/2025

Don't forget our Halloween Party this Thursday.

Friends and family welcome!

27/10/2025

Check out this flyover of Stuarts latest run on Strava, all to raise essential funds for our Charity so let's get behind Stuart and support him in this amazing challenge!

https://strava.app.link/7TJohQc8MXb

Since his training started he has ran 220 miles, some of that 20+ miles on a weekend up at 5/6am to put himself through the pain of those miles to get him ready for the ultra marathon on 7th December.

Watch a 3D video replay of this epic activity on Strava.

25/10/2025

In the words of Herman's Hermits, I woke up this morning feeling fine.
And why's that, you ask?
Because it's a Friday and that means I get to lead the Headway - Portsmouth and South East Hampshire choir first thing.
We had so much fun today singing songs from the likes of Elvis (a-huh), ABBA, The Drifters, Wham, Shania Twain, Herman's Hermits and others. Great singing everyone🤗🤩
Looking forward to next Friday's Halloween themed group 🎃👻🎶🎶

24/10/2025

Service Closure Announcement

It is with sadness that we inform you that Headway Norfolk and Waveney expect to close its services on 30th November 2025.

This decision has not been made lightly. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of working with incredible people and organisations, and we’re proud of the impact we’ve made together.

We are committed to supporting our clients, staff and partners during this transition. If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact us via contact@headway-nw.org.uk

Thank you for your collaboration and support.

Press release: https://headway-nw.org.uk/our-impact/news/press-release-headway-norfolk-and-waveney-announces-closure-of-services

24/10/2025

⏰ Don’t forget – the clocks go back this Sunday, 26 October! That means an extra hour in bed 🛌💤

💫Make sure to turn your clocks back before heading to sleep on Saturday night, and enjoy waking up refreshed and on time.

One small change = one cosy lie-in. 😴✨

24/10/2025

Excuse the foot pics of Stuart’s toe and the bruise/swelling but he wanted to share with you all his commitment to the ultra marathon and Headway.

He is going to smash this ultra for us, for all the people that can't get about and will never have the opportunity to do so again.

Please click on the link below to show your support and donate now.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/stuart-pearson-40?newPage=true

Thank you❤️

22/10/2025

Our ladies this morning creating some amazing pumpkins for Halloween 🎃