Heads up Gentlemen

💚🎱 HEADS UP GENTLEMEN – WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON SESSION 🎱💚

What another fantastic afternoon at Pendlebury Social Club, Swinton! 👏💚

Today's session was filled with everything that makes Heads Up Gentlemen so special—friendship, laughter, support, and meaningful conversations. 🤝💬

We started with our weekly check-in, giving every man the opportunity to speak openly, listen, and support one another. These moments remind us that no one has to face life's challenges alone. 💚

Afterwards, the competitive spirit came alive with a brilliant pool competition! 🎱 There was plenty of laughter, friendly banter, and great competition, making for another memorable afternoon.

We also want to give a very special Happy Birthday to Pru! 🎂🥳🎉

Pru, who runs Pru's Charity Events, was with us today hosting the fantastic Community Bingo, bringing people together and creating a wonderful atmosphere. Thank you for everything you do for our community and for the continued support you show Heads Up Gentlemen. Your kindness, dedication, and generosity never go unnoticed, and we're proud to work alongside you.

From everyone at Heads Up Gentlemen, we wish you the happiest of birthdays and hope you have an amazing year ahead! 🎈🎁💚

Thank you to everyone who joined us today. Together, we're building stronger communities, supporting better mental health, and proving that a simple conversation can change a life.

💚 No Silence. Just Strength. 💚

🎬 AN EVENING TO REMEMBER 🎬

Last night I had the absolute pleasure of attending a private screening of the powerful short film Before You Go at the beautiful Hope Street Hotel, Liverpool.

I was honoured to be invited by the incredible team behind the film and to meet the talented people who brought this important story to life – Writer & Director Matt Kennard, Producer and Actress Laura Aikman, BAFTA-nominated lead actor Sonny Walker, and Editor Joan Gill Amorim. What an outstanding team.

Before You Go tells the story of a young man visiting a loved one in hospital to say a final goodbye. It's a deeply moving film that explores mental health, su***de, grief, forgiveness, and the importance of human connection. Without giving too much away, I can honestly say this is one of the most impactful short films I've ever watched. Every member of the cast and crew should be incredibly proud of what they've created. 👏💚

The evening also included a brilliant Q&A session where I had the privilege of speaking with Debbie Rogers, Founder and CEO of Sean's Place. Debbie shared her inspiring journey, her wealth of knowledge, and the incredible work Sean's Place continues to do in supporting men's mental health across the Liverpool City Region. It was a genuine pleasure to meet her, and I'm looking forward to keeping in touch and exploring how we can work together to create even more positive change.

As Founder of Heads Up Gentlemen, evenings like this remind me why collaboration is so important. We're incredibly excited to be working alongside Matt, Laura, Sonny, and the team on something very special for Men's Mental Health Awareness Month this November. 🤝

We can't reveal too much just yet... but trust me, it's something we're hugely passionate about, and we can't wait to share more with you very soon. 👀

A huge thank you to everyone involved for such a warm welcome, and to Hope Street Hotel for hosting such a fantastic evening in a beautiful venue.

Together, we're continuing to break the stigma, start conversations, and remind men everywhere that they never have to face life's battles alone. 💚

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💚 HEADS UP GENTLEMEN | WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON SESSION 💚

📍 Pendlebury Social Club
🕛 Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Every week, we create a space where men can come together, take the weight off their shoulders, and know they're not facing life's challenges alone.

Our afternoon will begin with our check-in, one of the most important parts of what we do. It's an opportunity for every man to speak openly, share how they're really feeling, celebrate the positives, or simply listen if that's what they need. Sometimes, just knowing someone is there to listen can make all the difference.

At Heads Up Gentlemen, we believe that looking after your mental health starts with connection. By building friendships, supporting one another, and creating a judgement-free environment, we're helping men improve not only their mental wellbeing but also their confidence, resilience, and sense of belonging.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, loneliness, bereavement, depression, or simply looking to meet like-minded people, you'll always receive a warm welcome. You don't need a referral, and you don't need to have all the answers—you just need to take that first step through the door.

💚 A safe space.
🤝 Real conversations.
💬 Genuine support.
👊 Strong friendships.
🌟 Better mental health, together.

Come along, grab a brew, meet some great lads, and remember—you never have to walk this journey alone.

📍 Pendlebury Social Club
🕛 Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

No Silence. Just Strength. 💚

🔥⚽️ WHAT A NIGHT AT HEADS UP GENTLEMEN! ⚽️🔥

What an incredible evening at our Heads Up Gentlemen Quarter-Finals! 💚🖤

We kicked the night off with one of our powerful check-in sessions, where the lads opened up, listened, encouraged one another, and reminded each other that no man has to face life's challenges alone. 💬🤝 Sometimes, just being heard can make all the difference, and once again the support, honesty, and brotherhood in the room were truly inspiring. ❤️💪

Then it was time to hit the pitch for our walking football quarter-final! ⚽️🔥 Despite the scorching weather ☀️🥵, the energy never dropped. There was plenty of laughter 😂, friendly competition 🏆, brilliant teamwork 👏, and a few moments of "VAR-worthy" controversy! 😅 The smiles said it all, and every single person gave it their all.

Of course, no football night would be complete without half-time pizza! 🍕🤩 The lads tucked in, recharged, shared plenty more laughs, and got themselves ready for the second half.

Nights like these are about so much more than football. They're about friendship, connection, laughter, mental wellbeing, and creating a safe place where men can be themselves. 💚 Together we're proving that talking, supporting each other, and having fun can change lives.

A massive thank you to every single person who came along and made the evening so special. We can't wait for the semi-finals! 👏⚽️

💚 No Silence. Just Strength. 💚

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⚽🔥 TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT, GENTLEMEN! 🔥⚽

🏆 WE'VE MADE IT TO THE QUARTER FINALS... NOW IT'S TIME TO FIGHT FOR A PLACE IN THE SEMI-FINALS! 🏆

The floodlights are on... the ball is ready... and the Heads Up Gentlemen squad is preparing for another unforgettable Friday night! 💚🖤

This isn't just walking football... it's brotherhood, laughter, teamwork and mental strength all rolled into one incredible evening. Whether you're playing, cheering from the sidelines or just fancy meeting a great bunch of lads, everyone is welcome!

📍 St Paul's Community Centre
Manchester Rd, Walkden, Worsley, Manchester M28 3LN

🗓️ TONIGHT (Friday)
⏰ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

🍕 HALF-TIME PIZZA!
⚽ Competitive Walking Football
🤝 Meet new people
💚 Positive conversations
💪 Build confidence & wellbeing
🏆 Help us push for that Semi-Final place!

Every kick, every laugh and every conversation reminds us what Heads Up Gentlemen is all about...

🟢 NO SILENCE. JUST STRENGTH. 🟢

So lace up your trainers, bring your energy and let's make some noise together!

📣 TURN UP! 📣 BE LOUD! 📣 BE PROUD!

Let's pack out St Paul's and show what our incredible community is made of! 💚⚽

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🎱💚 Another fantastic afternoon with the Heads Up Gentlemen! 💚🎱

Our pool competition was an absolute success, and, more importantly, it brought the lads together for an afternoon full of laughter, conversation, and genuine connection. 🤝😊

With the beautiful sunshine shining down on us ☀️, it was another reminder that men's mental health and wellbeing isn't just about talking—it's about creating safe spaces where friendships grow, confidence builds, and nobody has to face life's challenges alone. 💚🫂

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and made the day what it was. Your support, encouragement, and smiles make all the difference. 🙌

Here's to many more afternoons of friendship, support, and breaking the stigma together. 💪💚

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🎱💚 IT'S TODAY! 💚🎱

The wait is over... Heads Up Gentlemen's Wednesday Afternoon Meeting is HERE! 🙌

Join us this afternoon for an afternoon of great company, honest conversations, plenty of laughs, and the return of our Pool Competition! 🏆🎱

Whether you're coming to defend your title, challenge the lads, or simply enjoy a brew and a chat, there's a place for you.

💚 Today's session includes: ✅ Our weekly check-in 🎱 Pool Competition 🤝 Friendship, support and banter 💬 A safe space where every man is welcome

📍 Pendlebury Social Club 🕛 12:00pm – 2:00pm

This isn't just about pool—it's about bringing men together, checking in with one another, building friendships, and reminding each other that no one has to face life's battles alone.
Bring a mate, come and meet new people, or just turn up as you are. You'll always receive a warm welcome.

🏆 Bragging rights are up for grabs... who's taking the title today?

No Silence. Just Strength. 💚

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We’re sorry to share that this Saturday’s Mindful Miles Celebration event will not be going ahead as planned.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone the event. We understand this may be disappointing and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Our team has put a great deal of effort into planning this event, and we remain committed to bringing everyone together to celebrate the incredible impact of Mindful Miles and our community. We are currently exploring options to reschedule, with the aim of hosting the event sometime in August. We’ll share further updates as soon as a new date is confirmed.

Thank you for your continued support — it truly means a lot to us.

🎱💚 THE POOL COMPETITION IS BACK! 💚🎱

🔥 Wednesday 8th July 🔥

Join us for another fantastic Heads Up Gentlemen Afternoon Meeting at Pendlebury Social Club.

🕛 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Every session starts with a relaxed check-in, giving everyone the opportunity to talk, listen, and support one another in a safe, welcoming environment. 💚🤝

Then... it's game on! 🎱💥

🏆 Our Pool Competition returns!
Think you've got what it takes to lift the bragging rights? Whether you're a seasoned player or you've never picked up a cue before, everyone is welcome to join in. It's all about laughter, friendship, and enjoying each other's company.

💬 Real conversations.
🎱 Friendly competition.
💚 Great company.
🙌 No judgement.

Come down, have a brew ☕, meet some great lads, and be part of something that's making a real difference in our community.

📍 Pendlebury Social Club
📅 Wednesday 8th July
🕛 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

💚 No Silence. Just Strength. 💚

👊 All men are welcome. Bring a mate – the first brew's waiting! 💚🎱