Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 Events and Support in Chelmsford

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: Events and Support Across Chelmsford

Mental Health Awareness Week returns from Monday, May 11th to Sunday, May 17th, with organisations across Essex encouraging residents to take time for their wellbeing, connect with others and access support services. This year’s national campaign focuses on taking positive action to improve mental health and reduce stigma.

While Chelmsford does not yet appear to have one large central festival announced for the week, a number of local wellbeing organisations, charities and support providers are hosting activities, workshops and support services throughout the city.

Wellbeing Sessions and Community Support

We've put together a list of excellent organisations who are highly respected for their community support.

Chelmsford Wellbeing Centre

Located on Railway Street in the city centre, the wellbeing centre offers counselling, therapy and wellbeing sessions throughout the week.

Address: 13 Railway Street, Chelmsford CM1 1QS
Opening Hours: Daily sessions available from morning through evening
Website: https://chelmsfordwellbeingcentre.com/

Ultra Wellness Chelmsford

This Chelmsford wellness centre is promoting mental wellbeing through mindfulness, wellness and therapeutic services.

Address: 5 Victoria Road, Chelmsford CM1 1NZ
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday
Website: https://ultrawellness.uk/

Beaulieu Community Centre

Community hubs such as Beaulieu Community Centre are expected to host local support groups, social wellbeing sessions and community activities linked to Mental Health Awareness Week.

Address: 17 Centenary Way, Beaulieu Square, Chelmsford CM1 6AU
Website: https://www.facebook.com/BeaulieuHubUK/

Kids Inspire

Chelmsford charity Kids Inspire continues to support children and young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health services across Essex.

Address: Hollycroft, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7FW
Website: https://www.kidsinspire.org.uk/

The charity often runs wellbeing initiatives, school outreach programmes and awareness campaigns during mental health awareness events.

Essex-Wide Activities Linked To Mental Health Awareness Week

Active Essex “Movement for Mental Health”

Active Essex is encouraging residents to improve mental wellbeing through movement, exercise and outdoor activities during the week.

Activities promoted across Essex include:

• walking groups
• wellbeing walks
• active conversations
• community movement sessions
• school wellbeing activities

Residents can find local activities through the Active Essex website.

Mid and North East Essex Mind Campaigns

Mid and North East Essex Mind is also supporting Mental Health Awareness Week with campaigns, workshops and awareness resources.

The charity says the week is an opportunity to:

• spark conversations
• reduce stigma
• encourage community support
• remind people that help is available

Mental Health Support Services In Chelmsford

Residents needing support during Mental Health Awareness Week can also contact local services including:

Essex Child & Family Wellbeing Service ( Website )
Bupa Health Centre Chelmsford ( Website )
North Essex Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Appointment Line ( 01245 515300 )

National support services include:

Samaritans – 116 123
NHS 111 Mental Health Support