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BIG BOYS DO CRY. DON'T SUFFER IN SILENCE WITH MENTAL HEALTH

start your journey to recovery here

Platform 1 a safe and friendly environment.

Not Sympathy.

But Empathy which is sympathy in motion.

avoid the void

Choose your own recovery at your own pace,

A space with no appointments and judgements.

No Appointment needed

Pop in for a Cuppa

Welcome to Platform 1

We are based in central Huddersfield. This charity is for men only, from all walks of life. Age 18 + to 150 with mental health.

We help men from any background to help them reconnect with their family and communities.

We are a non-judgemental charity.

We help men with housing issues and provide free advice, support and will act as an advocate for your pastoral needs.

Counselling / pastoral care

This includes mental health, addiction or bereavement counselling. We provide a safe space to address and communicate their grief, channelling their thoughts and emotions into a positive project.

We also help men access financial support to help pay towards funeral costs.

Bike Station

Get your bike repaired, pick up and bargain or learn a new skill.

Our Garden

Got green fingers, help out in the garden. Or a place to relax, when the weather is good!

Wood Shed

Have a wood work skill come and share. Or build some thing from reclaimed wood.

The Carriage

A place to relax, chill out, read a book, watch a film, play on playstation, browse the internet, have a cuppa or have a chat. It's up to you.

Pastoral

Pastoral support to help you if you require. Also a quiet room for support.

Art

Artistic come and show us your skills, or watch our artists, Want to learn and have a laugh check out crafty carriages