Andy’s Man Club is a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free peer-to-peer support groups across the UK. Andy’s Man Club wants to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation. They want men to know that it’s okay to talk.
Andy’s Man Club has over 200 free support groups nationwide, running every Monday from 7pm except Bank Holidays. Over 4,500 men use the sessions each week with 1600+ volunteers supporting.
Any man is welcome to join any Monday evening session. They last from 7-9pm and provide a safe space for men to talk and open up about their experiences in a room free of judgement.
The groups are for any men who have either been through a storm, are currently going through a storm, have a storm brewing, or just want to meet a good group of people with the aim of improving one another.
There’s no referral, no registration and no charge. Even the brew and biscuits are free.
All sessions are peer-led, which means they’re facilitated by people with lived experience of mental health. The men themselves have usually attended an Andy’s Man Club session in the past and have since gone on to become facilitators.
There is no requirement to have a mental health condition or issue to attend, the main rule is that ‘it’s okay to talk’.
“Andy’s Man Club is a very relaxed atmosphere once you get settled. The hardest part is taking the first step through the door – but ask any of the guys that have done it and they’ll tell you they’re glad they did.” – an attendee of Andy’s Man Club.
Our nearest Andy’s Man Clubs are:
There are also other groups in Gosport, Fareham, Southampton and Eastleigh.
Andy’s Man Club was established in 2016 by Elaine, Andy’s Mum, and Luke, Andy’s brother-in-law, with the aim of providing a safe space for men to talk. You can read more about their story on the Andy’s Man Club website.
Frequently asked questions about Amparo
Yes, the support group is run by men, for men.
No – any man can access Andy’s Man Club.
Yes – no referrals or registration is needed and you can just turn up on the night. You might want to check the local Facebook page just in case the venue has changed.
If you want to talk to someone before you attend for the first time, please email the office admin team.
Find out more about the free local services available to you in Portsmouth.
Anonymous mental health support via text for people of all ages. The service is free, confidential, and available at any time – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
My Mental Health – a conversation with Rob Eamey about his mental health.
Our friendly team at the Portsmouth Mental Health Hub are here to help.
Enter your details and someone will call you back between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.
If you or someone you know needs urgent mental health help, please call 111 – the NHS non-emergency number. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is free from any phone. They have specialist mental health nurses who can support adults and young people.
In a life-threatening emergency, always call 999.