Social Prescribing Resource Sheet:
Men's Health

 

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Men's Health

This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.

We’re sorry to hear that you’re going through a difficult time. If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or email us on JCSocialPrescribing@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

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  • Support with finances
  • Getting Active
  • Hobbies and Interests
  • Connecting to Community
  • Supporting wellbeing
 

Bridport Men’s Walk

Informal walks led by Rob & Jon in Bridport and the surrounding countryside.

At 2pm every Tuesday, a men’s walking group (the MENtal Health Walking Group) meets at the shelter on St Mary’s Playing field, just over the river from Bridport’s Bowling Club.

Coming along is a great way to look after both mind and body. Being out in nature brings great benefits to your mental health.

Bridport Men’s Wellness Group

The Bridport Men's Wellness Group meets every other Monday from 19:30-21:30 and is open to men of all ages. This is a safe space to talk about things that you might not otherwise feel comfortable saying.

Bridport Men’s Group

This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month, from 16:30-17:30.

Axminster and Lyme Regis Men’s Pie and Pint / Blokes Brunch

Axminster and Lyme Cancer support hold regular events for men affected by cancer, including a pie and pint and a bloke’s brunch.

Andy’s Man Club – Dorchester

Andy's Man Club is a UK charitable organisation that coordinates weekly peer-to-peer support groups for men. It aims to help and improve mental health in men through self-help peer-to-peer interaction.

  • When: Every Monday at 7pm exc. Bank holidays.
  • Location: Rifles army reserve, Poundbury Road, Dorchester, DT1 1TA
  • Website: https://andysmanclub.co.uk/

Only for Blokes Club – Beaminster

If you feel isolated, lonely, anxious or simply enjoy the company of others, come along to meet the team, have a coffee, play games and chat.

  • When: Every Tuesday at Prout Bridge between 10:00-12:00 (during term time).
  • Location: Prout Bridge Project, Prout Hill, Beaminster, DT8 3AY
  • For more information call: Tony on 07553 032 328
  • Website: https://www.proutbridgeproject.com/
 

Further Information

While we hope you may find something here that supports you, please note that these resources are not all officially endorsed by the NHS. We endeavour to ensure that all listings are accurate and up to date, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee this at all times.

If you are a local service, organisation or group that would like to be included in this guide, please contact us via secure online form and tell us about your support offering.

Last updated: July 2025.