The 'Under The Bridge' project plan sponsored walk from Cromford/Langley Mill to Trent Lock

Members of the Under The Bridge project are taking part in a 24-mile sponsored walk from Cromford in the Peak District to Trent Lock in Sawley on Saturday 17th May.

The hope is to raise funds to continue the project and to raise awareness around men's mental health.  Participant, Ashley Kirk said that he had received a massive amount of help, thanks to the group, adding that he didn't think he would be alive today if not for the men that participate in the group and for Scott who runs it.

A JustGiving page has been set up to gather donations ahead of the walk which offers two challenges, to complete the 24 miles along the full length of the Cromford and Erewash Canals, or 12 miles starting from Langley Mill and covering the entire Erewash Canal, beautiful, historic waterways described by organisers as representing more than a journey – a path to recovery, conversation and connection.

If you would like to join the fundraiser and take part in the sponsored walk – SIGN UP HERE

Every step taken helps to:

• Raise awareness about mental health challenges faced by men
• Fund crucial support and outreach activities
• Show that nobody has to walk alone

You can help by:

• Sponsoring a walker – every pound helps go further
• Join the walk – whether it’s 12 or 24 miles, come walk with those taking part
• Spread the word – share this event and help shine a light on mental health

Event Details:
​Date: Saturday 17th May

Start Points:

• Cromford Canal Start: Cromford station 7am (Long Eaton Train departs at 05:58)
• Langley Mill Start: Langley Mill, Erewash canal basin 11 am (Long Eaton, train departs at 09:49)

Finish: 3pm @ Trent Lock, for celebrations with refreshments and community spirit!

What is Under the Bridge?
The Under the Bridge project is run by Bluetonic & Nottingham C.A.N and is a local men’s mental health project for men of all ages that explores the positive mental health impacts of spending time in blue spaces. Alongside water-based sports activities and music-making opportunities, the project brings males together as a way of promoting social confidence, peer support networks and creativity.

Free activities on our weekly scheduled includes wild swimming, cold water dips, well-being talks, poetry writing sessions, oil painting sessions, yoga, meditation, sound baths, group walks, choir sessions, special guest music performances, outdoor climbing. local trips, and residentials have been organised, which have included a camping residential to the Derbyshire Dales, a surfing residential to Scarborough with the Wave Project, a River Trent Canal Boat Ride with Fellows, Morton and Clayton and a Matlock field trip to the outdoor thermal pool.

If you are interested in joining the weekly Under the Bridge Project, which is delivered in the Erewash area – SIGN UP HERE