Aiming to improve attendees mental health using football and peer support. Friday evenings, 7-8pm. OL8 3EP Newcomers from all backgrounds are welcome.
Mental Health Football (MHF) is held every Friday night on the outdoor 3G pitch from 7pm – 8pm at The Hathershaw College, Bellfield Avenue, Oldham OL8 3EP. The session is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. We have attendees who have never played football before, and others who’ve played previously and have missed being part of a team. The aim of MHF is to help improve attendees menta
21/08/2026
It's MHF Friday! 🗣️⚽💚
Fancy a game of football tonight with no pressure or expectations? Play, or watch and have a chat with a great group of friendly, welcoming people.
7pm - 8pm on the outdoor 3G at The Hathershaw College. Newcomers welcome.
19/08/2026
Each week, our attendees and volunteers select 'a champion of support, inclusion and the true spirit of MHF'. 🏆⚽🗣️
Last Friday's recipient of the Spirit of MHF Award was Leon who got votes from his teammates, and those who played against him on Friday. 👏
16/08/2026
Friday night at MHF 🗣️⚽
Another evening of football, laughter, support and people looking out for each other. 💚
12/08/2026
Each week, our attendees and volunteers select 'a champion of support, inclusion and the true spirit of MHF'. 🏆⚽🗣️
Last Friday's recipient of the Spirit of MHF Award was Pete who wanted to share his award with teammate, Michael. If that isn't a show of the spirit of MHF, we don't know what is! Well done to both of you👏
08/08/2026
A record 69 at MHF last night. 🗣️⚽
65 players. 4 watching. One community.
It’s brilliant to see our community growing, but it also highlights something important - the need for spaces where people can connect, talk and support each other.
Thank you all for being there. 💚
06/08/2026
Each week, our attendees and volunteers select 'a champion of support, inclusion and the true spirit of MHF'. 🏆⚽🗣️
Last Friday's recipient of the Spirit of MHF Award was Josh. He is new to our sessions, but Josh has quickly picked up what MHF is all about - support, encouragement and community.👏
01/08/2026
MHF Fridays 🗣️⚽
The working week ends - a chance to switch off, enjoy some football, have a chat and remind each other that no one has to face things alone. 💚