One small step every day to support your wellbeing
Be Well Daily is a new campaign encouraging people to take small, positive actions each day to support their mental health and wellbeing.
You do not need lots of money, expensive equipment or major lifestyle changes to improve how you feel. Sometimes small everyday actions can make a real difference.
Through social media, local services and community partners, we’ll be sharing simple ideas, free activities, local support and everyday tips to help residents feel more connected, active and supported.
Whether it’s opening your curtains for natural daylight, taking a short walk, speaking to a neighbour or joining a local group, every small step counts.
Follow along, get involved and take a moment each day to Be Well Daily.
Be Well Daily focuses on simple, free or low-cost ideas that fit into everyday life. There is no “perfect” way to improve wellbeing — start small, go at your own pace and choose what works for you.
Join the Movement
We want Be Well Daily to become something our whole community can be part of.
We’d love you to get involved by sharing your own small steps, wellbeing moments and positive messages using #BeWellDaily on social media. Why not challenge your friends and family to do 1 thing today to Be Well Daily.
You might share:
- a morning walk
- time outdoors
- cooking a healthy meal
- connecting with friends or family
- moments of kindness
- activities that help you feel well
Together we can inspire each other through small actions
Local Support and Community Activities
There are lots of free and welcoming groups, activities and services across Blackburn with Darwen that can support your wellbeing, help you meet people and access support when you need it.
Getting Active, Creative and Connected
Ways to stay active, get outdoors and enjoy hobbies in your local area.
180 Project
Supporting wellbeing through CrossFit, fitness and community connection.
🌐https://www.180project.co.uk/
Age UK Blackburn with Darwen
Support for people aged 50+, including social groups, physical activities, digital support and advice services.
🌐 https://www.ageuk.org.uk/blackburnwithdarwen/
re:fresh Health and Wellbeing Service
One-to-one wellbeing coaching and support to help people improve physical and mental wellbeing, manage stress, improve sleep, move more and make positive lifestyle changes.
Newground Together – Great Outdoors
Outdoor wellbeing activities including walking groups, gardening, cycling, crafting and volunteering.
🌐 https://www.newgroundtogether.co.uk/about-us-2/the-great-outdoors/
Blackburn Road Runners
A friendly and welcoming running club for people of all abilities, offering regular opportunities to get active, build fitness and be part of a supportive local community.
🌐 https://www.blackburnroadrunners.net/
Darwen Dashers Running Club
A friendly and inclusive running club welcoming people of all abilities, offering regular group runs and a supportive community to help you stay active, build confidence and enjoy running.
Reconnection 2 Wellness
Wellbeing support through mindfulness, meditation and gentle group activities, helping people reduce stress, improve mental wellbeing and reconnect with themselves and others in a supportive community setting.
🌐 https://reconnection2wellness.org/
Canalside Activity Centre
Outdoor and adventure activities supporting health and wellbeing.
🌐 https://canalsideblackburn.wixsite.com/2016
Knit and Natter – Blackburn Library
A friendly weekly craft group where you can bring along your knitting or craft project, meet new people and enjoy a relaxed social space. No booking needed – just drop in.
📍 Blackburn Central Library
🕐 Thursdays, 1:00–3:00pm
🌐 https://bwdlibraries.com/events/knit-and-natter/
Blackburn with Darwen Leisure
Local gyms, swimming, fitness classes and physical activity opportunities.
The Bureau Centre for the Arts
Community arts, theatre, music and creative activities in Blackburn town centre.
🌐 https://bureaublackburn.co.uk/
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
Free exhibitions, culture and community events.
🌐 https://blackburnmuseum.org.uk/
The Billy Project
A women-only community fitness project offering free gym sessions and support to help women and girls improve their physical and mental wellbeing in a safe and welcoming space.
🌐 https://www.thebillyproject.co.uk/
Blackburn with Darwen Libraries
Libraries offering free community spaces, groups, learning opportunities and digital support.
Blackburn Cycling Club
A friendly local cycling club offering regular group rides and opportunities to stay active, meet new people and enjoy time outdoors as part of a supportive community.
🌐 https://www.blackburncycling.club/
Spring Vale Ramblers
A friendly local walking group based in Darwen, offering regular walks across Blackburn, the West Pennine Moors and surrounding areas. A great way to stay active, enjoy nature and meet new people.
🌐 https://www.springvaleramblers.co.uk/
Lancashire Wildlife Trust
A local charity helping people connect with nature through walking, volunteering, outdoor activities and visits to nature reserves, supporting both wellbeing and the environment.
Local Growing Groups – BwD Food Alliance
Community gardening groups bringing people together to grow food, learn new skills and connect with others. Sessions take place across the borough in parks, community gardens and local spaces, and are open to all abilities. A great way to improve wellbeing, enjoy nature and meet new people.
🌐 https://bwdfoodalliance.org.uk/join-local-growing-groups/
Corporation Park Supporters Group
Community activities and volunteering supporting local green spaces and wellbeing.
🌐 https://corporationparksupportersgroup.com/
Ribble Rivers Trust
A charity working to protect and improve local rivers and natural spaces, offering opportunities to get involved in volunteering, outdoor activities and environmental projects that support wellbeing and connection to nature.
Learning, Advice and Practical Support
Support, advice and learning opportunities to help you with everyday life, wellbeing and building new skills.
Adult Learning Team
Free wellbeing and mental health training courses including Mental Health First Aid.
📞 01254 581175
Care Network Blackburn with Darwen
Support with wellbeing, community connection, social groups and practical advice. Care Network also runs a multi-agency community hub and can help connect people with local services and activities.
🌐 https://www.carenetwork.org.uk/
Re-Align Futures CIC
Training and awareness sessions on mental health, suicide prevention and wellbeing.
Community CVS
Supporting voluntary groups, community organisations and local community action as well as providing local volunteer opportunities.
🌐 https://communitycvs.org.uk/
The Oaks Money Advice Centre
Free and confidential budgeting, debt and benefits advice.
🌐 https://blackburn.foodbank.org.uk/the-oaks-money-advice-centre/
Welcome to BwD
Support for new communities settling into Blackburn with Darwen.
🌐 https://welcometobwd.org.uk/
Age UK Blackburn with Darwen
Support for people aged 50+, including social groups, physical activities, digital support and advice services. 🌐 https://www.ageuk.org.uk/blackburnwithdarwen/
Peer Support and Community Connection
Safe spaces to meet others, share experiences and feel supported.
Care Network Blackburn with Darwen
Support with wellbeing, community connection, social groups and practical advice. Care Network also runs a multi-agency community hub and can help connect people with local services and activities.
🌐 https://www.carenetwork.org.uk/
Talk Ourselves Well
A safe and supportive outdoor group for men aged 18+ who may find it difficult to talk about life’s challenges. Includes walk-and-talk sessions and peer support around a campfire in Darwen.
📍 Whitehall Park, Darwen
🕖 Thursdays, 7pm–9pm
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/TALKOurselvesWELL/
Andy’s Man Club
Free peer-to-peer support groups helping men talk openly about mental health in a non-judgemental environment.
📍 Community Wellbeing Hub, Darwen End, Ewood Park
🕕 Mondays, 6pm–9pm
📞 01254 924890
🌐 https://andysmanclub.co.uk/ or https://www.facebook.com/andysmanclubblackburn/
One Voice Blackburn
A local charity working to build stronger, more connected communities through activities, events and projects focused on health, wellbeing, empowerment and community cohesion.
🌐 https://www.1vblackburn.org/
Men in Sheds
Social groups supporting men through shared activities, connection and peer support.
📍 Darwen End, Ewood Park
🕚 Thursdays, 11am–12:30pm
🌐 https://www.rovers.co.uk/community-trust/
Red Rose Recovery – Roots Community
A recovery community supporting people affected by addiction, offering peer support, group activities, volunteering opportunities and a safe space to connect with others and build confidence and wellbeing.
🌐 https://redroserecovery.org.uk/roots-community/
Mums Recover Lancashire
Peer support for mums and women affected by substance use, offering a safe and supportive space to connect, share experiences and build recovery together.
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/people/Mums-Recover-Lancashire/61578856380249/
IMO Charity
A community organisation supporting health and wellbeing through activities, advice, volunteering opportunities and community support to help people feel more connected and supported.
🌐 https://www.imocharity.org/home/
Shadsworth Women’s Hub (Shad Chefs Women Hub)
A community space supporting women through social activities, cooking, skills and connection, helping build confidence, wellbeing and community connections in a friendly and supportive environment.
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/p/Shad-Chefs-Woman-Hub-100095686204500/
Support for Families, Parents and Carers
Support, advice and local services to help families, parents and carers feel confident, connected and supported in everyday life.
Family Hubs Blackburn with Darwen
Support for families from pregnancy through to early years, including parenting support, child development, wellbeing advice, activities, family services and local community support.
🌐 https://familyhubsbwd.org/index.php/
Dad Matters
Support for new and expectant dads, helping fathers feel supported, connected and confident during early parenthood.
Lancashire Women – Family Wellbeing Service
Emotional health and wellbeing support for families during pregnancy and the early years, including one-to-one support, therapeutic groups and peer support for parents experiencing mental health challenges, overwhelm, loss or difficult life experiences.
🌐 https://lancashirewomen.org/project/blackburn-with-darwen-family-wellbeing-service/
PATH – Peer Advice to Transform Health & Wellbeing
Peer support groups for parents and carers supporting children and young people experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.
🌐 https://canw.org.uk/what-we-do/support-families/peer-advice-to-transform-health-wellbeing/
SEND Local Offer
Information, advice and support for children and young people aged 0–25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including education, wellbeing, family support, local activities and practical guidance for parents and carers.
Autism Support Service
Support for families of children with autism and those going through the assessment process.
🌐 https://springnorth.org.uk/live/family-autism-service/
Parents in Partnership
Support and information for parent carers of children and young people with additional needs.
🌐 https://www.carenetwork.org.uk/parents-in-partnership
Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service
Emotional, practical and social support for carers through peer support groups, advice and community activities.
🌐 https://www.bwdcarers.org.uk/
Lancashire Women
Support for women experiencing challenges including mental health, wellbeing, confidence, family issues and social isolation.
🌐 https://lancashirewomen.org/
Humraaz
Support services led by and for women and girls from Black and minority ethnic communities.
The Wish Centre
Practical and emotional support for people experiencing domestic abuse.
Support for Children and Young People
A range of support and activities to help children and young people feel supported, build confidence and improve their wellbeing.
Brook Wellbeing Hub
Mental health and wellbeing support for young people aged 11–24, including counselling and wellbeing programmes.
🌐 https://www.brook.org.uk/regions/blackburn-wellbeing-hub/
Youth Zone
Health and wellbeing activities, mentoring, counselling and support for young people.
🌐 https://www.blackburnyz.org/
Barnardo’s
Therapeutic support, counselling and wellbeing services for children and young people.
🌐 https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/services/lancashire-and-south-cumbria-thrive-service
ADHD North West
Support, workshops and advice for children and young people with ADHD and their families.
🌐 https://www.adhdnorthwest.org.uk/
Early Break Blackburn with Darwen
Free, confidential support for children, young people and families affected by substance use and emotional wellbeing challenges. Includes one-to-one support, wellbeing groups, family support and outreach in community settings.
🌐 https://earlybreak.co.uk/blackburn-with-darwen
Child Action North West
Emotional wellbeing and practical support for children, young people and families.
Little Potting Club
A free community gardening and nature group for children and families, offering opportunities to grow food, learn about nature and take part in outdoor activities together. 🌐 https://e-voice.org.uk/littlepottingclub/
Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Support, advice and services to help improve mental health and wellbeing, build confidence and access the help you need.
More information available here: https://bewellbwd.com/a-z-services/mental-health-support-in-blackburn-with-darwen/mental-health-services-adults/
Need Urgent Mental Health Support?
If you or someone you know needs urgent help or support:
- Contact your GP
- Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option
- In an emergency call 999
- Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24 hours a day)
Get Help Now – Get Help Now – Be Well BWD
Rugby League Cares – Men’s Mental Fitness
Free men’s mental wellbeing support including group sessions, one-to-one wellbeing coaching and peer support. Sessions are designed to help men build confidence, improve mental fitness and learn practical tools to manage everyday challenges. You do not need to be interested in sport to take part.
🌐 https://rugbyleaguecares.org/bwd
Lancashire Mind
Mental health and wellbeing support including peer support, wellbeing programmes and community-based activities for adults, children and young people.
🌐 https://www.lancashiremind.org.uk/
re:fresh Health and Wellbeing Service
One-to-one wellbeing coaching and support to help people improve physical and mental wellbeing, manage stress, improve sleep, move more and make positive lifestyle changes.
Talk Ourselves Well
A safe and supportive outdoor group for men aged 18+ who may find it difficult to talk about life’s challenges. Includes walk-and-talk sessions and peer support around a campfire in Darwen.
📍 Whitehall Park, Darwen
🕖 Thursdays, 7pm–9pm
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/TALKOurselvesWELL/
Shine Coaching
Coaching and wellbeing support focused on helping men improve mental wellbeing, manage anger, reduce stress and build healthier relationships through practical coaching and emotional support.
Lancashire Women
Support for women experiencing challenges including mental health, wellbeing, confidence, family issues and social isolation.
🌐 https://lancashirewomen.org/
Mind Rover Matter
Wellness football and social sessions supporting people living with severe mental illness through physical activity and social connection.
📍 Blackburn Rovers Indoor Centre
🕐 Wednesdays, 1pm–3pm
Healthy Lifestyle Support
Smokefree Blackburn with Darwen
Free NHS stop smoking support and advice.
🌐 https://www.smokefreebwd.co.uk/
Spark Blackburn with Darwen
Drug and alcohol recovery and support services for adults, young people and families.
THOMAS
Treatment and recovery support services for people affected by substance misuse and related challenges.
🌐 https://thomasonline.org.uk/
Red Rose Recovery
Recovery-focused support for people affected by mental health challenges, substance misuse and offending behaviours.
🌐 https://redroserecovery.org.uk/
Mums Recover Lancashire
Peer support for mums and women affected by substance use, offering a safe and supportive space to connect, share experiences and build recovery together.
🌐 https://www.facebook.com/people/Mums-Recover-Lancashire/61578856380249/
Remember — support is available, and you do not have to manage things alone. Small steps can make a big difference.