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Offload Northwest, Blackburn (2026)

01/09/2026

🌸 OFFLOAD NORTHWEST WOMEN’S HUB TEA & COFFEE MORNING☕💕

Ladies, come and join us for a relaxed and welcoming morning of tea, coffee, conversation and connection.

🗓️ Wednesday 9th September
⏰ 10AM – 12PM
📍 St. Paul’s Church
1 Higher Audley St, Blackburn, BB1 1DH

✨*All women aged 18+ welcome*

𝐆𝐔𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐒
Age UK Blackburn With Darwen

We’re delighted to welcome guest speakers from *Age UK* , who’ll be sharing information about the services, activities and support available to help people stay connected, independent and enjoy later life.

A Free Event for Women
No pressure, no judgement, just a welcoming space to talk, listen, connect and enjoy a brew together☕

💕 *Please share*
you never know who might need a friendly morning out.

01/09/2026

☕ OFFLOAD NORTHWEST RISE & REVIVE | MEN’S UNITED ☕

Start your Tuesday morning with good company, a proper brew and breakfast at our Tea & Coffee Morning ..
FREE for all men aged 18+.
Come along for a chat, meet new people, if you need a bit of support, or need to get out of the house for a couple of hours, you’re welcome.

🗓️ Every Tuesday in September
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th
⏰ 10AM–1PM
📍 St. Paul’s Church, 1 Higher Audley Street, Blackburn, BB1 1DH

We’re also working alongside organisations offering additional support during selected mornings:

Rugby League Cares will be joining us on
15th & 29th September
𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭
𝟏𝟏𝐩𝐦 - 𝟏𝟐.𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦̀

There’ll be lots of activities, practical sessions, education and support around men’s mental fitness and wellbeing, including confidence, resilience, managing stress, relationships, social connection and everyday pressures.

It’s about giving men knowledge, practical tools and greater awareness, while making sure further support is available when needed.

💜 Brook Sexual Health Service will also be available on 29th September from 11AM–12PM, providing confidential sexual health information, advice and support.

Please share this post with friends, family, colleagues or anyone who might benefit from a welcoming Tuesday morning at Men’s United Offload Northwest, Rise & Revive.

31/08/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟏𝟖𝟐 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐧‘𝐬 𝐇𝐮𝐛
𝟐𝟐 𝐌𝐞𝐧
🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹
Lead Facilitator: 𝐅𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐈𝐃
Topic : 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍

Life moves in seasons, and as summer turns to autumn and winter, we are reminded that change is a natural part of life.
Autumn can be a season of letting go. The leaves change, the air becomes colder, and the darker nights arrive earlier.
For some of us, this can affect our mood and energy, leaving us missing the lighter, warmer days.
Trees release their leaves because it is time. In our own lives, we may also need to let go of old habits, regrets, expectations, or ways of thinking that no longer help us.
Letting go can bring sadness, fear, relief, uncertainty, or hope.
In recovery and with our mental health, progress is rarely a straight line. Some days we feel stronger; on others, simply getting through the day is enough.
Then comes winter.
Nature becomes quieter, reminding us that rest has a purpose. Sometimes we need to slow down, protect our energy, accept support, and give ourselves time.
A tree may look bare in winter, but beneath the surface it is still alive, gathering strength for what comes next. We can be like that too. Even when we cannot see progress, change can still be happening within us.
Whatever season you are in, do not rush yourself through it.
No season lasts forever.
Trust the season you are in.

Overall, another really positive evening, with great energy in the room.
The lads all celebrated the belated birthday of a very special member of Offload, who has been with us for over three years our very own Uncle Farouq.
There was plenty of cake, laughter and smiles all around as we celebrated together.

Finally, a huge thank you to Jasat’s Family Bakery for the phenomenal pies and K2 Taj Chippery for the chips.

𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐍‘𝐒 𝐇𝐔𝐁
🗓️ 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
⏰ 𝟔𝐩𝐦 - 𝟗𝐩𝐦
📍 𝐒𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥'𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡,
𝟏 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭, 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐁𝟏 𝟏𝐃𝐇

29/08/2026

Our Offload Men’s Hub will be open as usual today for Bank Holiday Monday and we welcome all Men 18+ to join us.
This is a free, safe, and confidential space for men to talk, listen, and connect.
Doors open at 5.30pm for anyone who would like support or a quiet chat before the session officially begins.
Whether you need to talk, want to be heard, or simply need to be around others this is your space.
No pressure, No judgement, Just real support.

𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 with your friends, family, and anyone who might need this space.

24/08/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟏𝟖𝟏 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐧‘𝐬 𝐇𝐮𝐛
𝟐𝟓 𝐌𝐞𝐧
🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹
Lead Facilitator: 𝐒𝐀𝐉𝐄𝐄𝐁
Topic : 𝐓𝐎𝐗𝐈𝐂 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐓𝐒 ~ Recognising Unhealthy Behaviours and Their Impact

𝐓𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐬 are behaviours and attitudes that can negatively affect ourselves and the people around us.
Everyone can show unhealthy behaviours sometimes, but when they become repeated patterns, they can damage relationships, create stress, and affect our wellbeing.
One common toxic trait is constantly 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 others.
It can be difficult to accept mistakes, but blaming others prevents us from taking responsibility and learning.
Accepting mistakes and apologising when necessary can help us grow and improve.
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫 is another toxic trait.
This can include deciding what someone should do, who they should speak to, or how they should live.
Healthy relationships should be built on respect, trust, understanding, and personal freedom.
𝐉𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐲 and 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 can also become unhealthy.
Constantly comparing ourselves to others can lead to resentment and insecurity.
Focusing on our own achievements and goals can create a more positive mindset.
𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, such as ignoring people, making hurtful comments, or refusing to discuss problems, can cause misunderstandings and conflict.
Having toxic traits does not make someone a bad person. Recognising unhealthy behaviours gives us an opportunity to change, become more self-aware, respect boundaries, take responsibility, communicate better, and build stronger, healthier relationships.

Overall, this evening’s session was delivered to a packed room with a really upbeat atmosphere. The lads were fully engaged throughout, and the topic clearly resonated with them, particularly around recognising toxic traits and understanding how these behaviours can affect themselves and others.

This evening’s food was kindly prepared by 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐙 Blackburn.
A big thank you for the phenomenal kebab rolls, and also a big thank you to 𝐊𝟐 𝐓𝐀𝐉 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐘 for the chips.
The lads thoroughly enjoyed the food!

𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐍‘𝐒 𝐇𝐔𝐁
🗓️ 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟑𝟏𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
⏰ 𝟔𝐩𝐦 - 𝟗𝐩𝐦
📍 𝐒𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥'𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡,
𝟏 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭, 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐁𝟏 𝟏𝐃𝐇

22/08/2026

MONDAY’S MEN’S HUB | 5.30PM–9PM | MEN 18+

Sometimes you just need somewhere you can offload.

A safe, supportive and confidential space where men can come together to talk, listen and support each other.

If you’re feeling stressed, anxious, low, overwhelmed or you simply need someone to talk to..
you don’t have to go through it alone.

💬 Real Talk • Real Support • No Pressure • No Judgement

Come as you are.
You don’t have to speak if you don’t want to. Sometimes just being around other men who understand can make a difference.

🔒 Need a one-to-one before the session?
We’ve got a private room available.
Just speak to one of the team members when you arrive.

🔐 Everything shared is kept confidential.

19/08/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟏𝟖𝟎 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐧‘𝐬 𝐇𝐮𝐛
𝟐𝟎 𝐌𝐞𝐧
𝟐 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬
🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹
Lead Facilitator: 𝐌𝐑 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐄𝐋𝐒
Topic : 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄

Monday’s session was about Breaking the Silence creating a safe space for men to talk openly, share what they’re going through, and remind each other that no one has to face life’s challenges alone.
As men, we can sometimes feel pressure to stay quiet, hide our emotions and just get on with it. But there is real strength in speaking honestly and asking for support when we need it.
You may be dealing with stress, relationships, alcohol, addiction, loneliness, financial pressures, mental health struggles, or feeling overwhelmed.
Whatever you are facing, you deserve to be heard.
You don’t need to have all the answers, and you don’t need to pretend everything is okay.
Sometimes, one honest conversation can make a real difference.
Speaking about what’s on your mind can help lighten the weight you may be carrying.
𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐔𝐓 .. Speak to someone you trust, check in with each other, and remember that support is available. Every conversation matters, and every step forward counts.
Keep talking, keep supporting one another, and keep moving forward.
You don’t have to struggle in silence or walk this journey alone.

𝐆𝐔𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐑
Sam from Dad Matters Blackburn & Darwen
came along to speak with the lads about the support available for dads and men throughout their journey into fatherhood.
Sam shared some really useful information about how Dad Matters supports expectant and first-time dads, as well as men who may be finding fatherhood challenging.
This can include support around mental health, relationships, family difficulties, separation, bereavement and loss.
A massive thank you to Sam and Dad Matters for joining us and taking the time to speak with the lads.

The overall session was super upbeat and positive, with everyone really engaging with our guest speaker, asking questions and learning more about the support that is out there for men.
Sessions like this are so important for raising awareness, starting conversations and making sure men know where they can turn when they need support and a big thank you to Mighty Fresh for preparing the sandwiches for Monday.

𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐍‘𝐒 𝐇𝐔𝐁
🗓️ 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟒𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
⏰ 𝟔𝐩𝐦 - 𝟗𝐩𝐦
📍 𝐒𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥'𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡,
𝟏 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭, 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐁𝟏 𝟏𝐃𝐇

16/08/2026

📣 JOIN US AT BLACKBURN MELA 2026!

📍 Witton Country Park, Blackburn
Today until 7:00pm
FREE entry

Come over to our stall, say hello and have a friendly chat with the team. Find out more about our men’s groups and the support available for men’s mental health, wellbeing, recovery and su***de prevention across Lancashire.

There’s plenty happening throughout the day, with live entertainment, cultural performances, family activities, food, shopping and a fantastic community atmosphere.

Come down, join us and be part of Blackburn Mela 2026. We’d love to see you!

14/08/2026

*JOIN US MONDAY 17TH AUGUST | 6PM–9PM*
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS
Dad Matters Blackburn & Darwen FROM 6:10PM

We’re proud to welcome Dad Matters, powered by Home-Start, as our special guest speakers at OffLoad Northwest Men’s Hub Blackburn.

Dad Matters supports men as they prepare for fatherhood and throughout their journey as dads.

From expectant and first-time dads, to men adjusting to fatherhood and facing the challenges that can come with parenthood, support is available.

They also support dads experiencing mental health struggles, relationship or family difficulties, separation, bereavement and loss, as well as those who may simply be finding fatherhood tougher than expected.

Come down for a brew and an open conversation.

𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄
You never know who might need to see this, who may be struggling in silence, or who could benefit from knowing that support is out there.

14/08/2026

𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐖𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐒 𝐇𝐔𝐁
with 𝐏𝐮𝐤𝐚𝐫
𝟐𝟏𝐬𝐭 🅟🅡🅔🅢🅣🅞🅝 𝐌𝐞𝐧‘𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹🚹
𝟏𝟏 𝐌𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲

Lead Facilitator this evening was 𝐒𝐀𝐉𝐄𝐄𝐁
𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓'𝐒 𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂- Believing In Yourself When No one Can

There will come a time when the world goes silent, when your efforts seem unseen, your dreams sound too loud for others to understand. In those moments, it's easy to shrink, to question your worth, and to wonder if you're enough.
But remember this:
EVERY great story starts with a person who refused to give up when no one believed in them. Believing in yourself isn't arrogance;
it's courage.
It's choosing to trust your own light even when everyone else walks away from the dark.
When no one claps for you, clap for yourself.
You don't need the world's approval to know your value.
You are a masterpiece still being painted, a story still being written and every failure, doubt and delay is just part of your growth.
The truth is, confidence isn't something you wait to have; it's something you build from the pieces of your own persistence.
Once you realise that your worth isn't defined by opinions but by your purpose, you become unstoppable.
So lift your head, even when it feels heavy. Remind yourself that storms don't destroy diamonds... they polish them.
Believe in your fire, because it's what will guide you through every night of doubt.
The moment you stop seeking validation and start seeing your own potential, that's when you rise. You're not just surviving, you're transforming, glowing and proving that even when no one else can see it, you are destined for greatness.

The team and participants were so excited to return to the Red Rose Recovery Hub after eight months and finally come together again.
Due to an unexpected change in circumstances, we had to make alternative arrangements at very short notice.
Cancelling wasn’t something we wanted to do, our priority was the men who had been looking forward to the session.
A massive thank you to 𝐏𝐔𝐊𝐀𝐑 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞 for stepping in and generously providing a safe, welcoming space for us.
At Offload Northwest Men’s Hub, when challenges come our way, we find a way forward together.
Yesterday was a powerful reminder of what community, determination and supporting one another can achieve.
Despite the unexpected change, we had a fantastic session and are incredibly grateful to everyone who made the evening special.

A Big Thank you to 𝐌𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐇 for the Sandwiches.

𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐍'𝐒 𝐇𝐔𝐁 𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍
🗓️ 𝐓𝐁𝐀

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