We are a group of volunteers providing leisurely walks for men at various locations throughout the UK. 

We share a common passion and goal to help improve the Mental Health of those within the Service.

 We initially targeted those who identify as male as we were alarmed by the fact that 75% of people who died by suicide were men.

We also became increasingly aware of the barriers to help-seeking that the male population
still faced, which sadly still included the stigma attached to needing help being seen as weak.
Males often grow up and live surrounded by the belief that they should hide their emotions
and that talking is a weakness. This is quite often exacerbated within service roles where
identity is somewhat shaped by working within the role of the ‘rescuer’. We wanted to
change this and encourage men to reach out and gain acceptance that “it’s ok to not be ok”.
This is how Walk & Talk 999 was born.

The walks are run by men, for men who are Serving, have Served or are Retired from the blue light, NHS, and Military Services. 

This is so like-minded people who can relate to each other, are able to
attend the walks and be supported in a safe and non-judgemental environment. The walks
are held weekly for an hour and there is no pressure for anyone to open up about what they
are going through, they can attend and listen to others, walk in silence or talk about the
weather. 

There is also no pressure to attend every week, however  the walk leaders will be there come sun, rain, hail or snow. They are able to offer support during or after the walk and can sign post into other services as necessary.

The walks are led by amazing people who give up their own time each week to provide these safe spaces for men to talk, there are also two amazing women who give up their own time working behind the scenes.

   Currently 17 walks across the UK, click here to see the locations.

We experience positive feedback, interest and support. We are expanding
rapidly and constantly looking for volunteers to join our team and start new Walks across the UK and beyond.   

Whilst we target those who identify as male, we also encourage walking groups for women only or walks for all.

If  you are interested in starting a walk, or further information. Click here to Contact us