Warrington Scoop

Men's mental health support is available in Warrington because it's needed.Around 1 in 8 men experience a common mental health condition such as depression or anxiety. Yet they're often less likely to seek support for mental health concerns compared to women.In the UK, suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50, highlighting the urgent need for open conversations and accessible support. In Warrington there are several support groups and ways to seek help.We speak to mental health advocate, Lee Payton about his journey, Andy's Man Club and what support is available in our town.This episode contains talk about suicide ideation.Links from this episodeAndy's Man Club - facebook.com/amcwarringtonWarrington Wolves Offload - warringtonwolvesfoundation.com/offloadTalkHub - instagram.com/talkhub_More Than Men - warrington.gov.uk/happy-ok-sad/hos-directory/more-menWhat's On GuideWarrington Crime Festival - ticketsource.com/warringtoncrimefestivalAl Murray – All You Need Is Guv - culturewarrington.org/whats-on/al-murray-all-you-need-is-guvSuper Sonic Sound of Oasis - skiddle.com/whats-on/Warrington/Empire-Warrington/Super-Sonic-Sound-of-Oasis/42082611Bingo That’s Bonkers - waltonhallgardens.co.uk/events/bingo-thats-bonkersAgatha Crusty and the Village Hall Murders - bwplayers.co.uk/agatha-crusty-and-the-village-hall-murdersSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact [email protected] Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media

Rugby League may take primary spot in Warrington's sporting heritage but football still has a big part in our town.This month we're chatting to Helen Dobson from Warrington Town Women, as the Yellows look to end their season on a high with a County Cup semi final this month against Stockport County.We chat to Helen about football, the women's game and her business, Core Social.Links from this episodeWarrington Town Women - instagram.com/warringtontownwomenfcCore Social - core-social.co.ukWhat's On GuideSandy's K-Pop Circus - https://gandeyscircus.com/warrington/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23595473968&gbraid=0AAAAADtll98NlgDQUc7e-Ez1V32UJtmhW&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5I_NBhDVARIsAOrqIsbrMkj_SlYcTmu-DynGxlkGRb_yygN9XdDcuG4brlyz3ZFtVcQut7MaAsXrEALw_wcBEmpire Warrington, Kerrang'd - https://empirewarrington.co.uk/events/Bents Artisan Markets - https://www.bents.co.uk/p/artisan-markets-with-independent-street-mareve0004/Walton Hall Ghost Hunt - https://www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk/ghost-hunt/ghost-hunt-at-walton-hall-friday-27th-march-2026.phpSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact [email protected] Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media

Should we be shopping with more local businesses? Is it more expensive? Would doing so benefit our town?This month we're chatting to Robert Lester from Warrington Fruit & Veg about why shopping with independent traders could benefit not just your purse but the Warrington economy as a whole.Plus we're asking whether Warrington is really that bad. Both Charles and Mike chat about how Warrington is a nice place to live and Robert gives his thoughts too.And to round it all off we have our What's On Guide for February.Links from this episodeFollow Robert on Instagram - instagram.com/warrington_fruitWhat's On GuidePenketh Beer Festival 2026, Latham Hall - facebook.com/penkethbeerfestivalThe Makers Market, Time Square - themakersmarket.co.uk/venue/warringtonLWF No Love Lost, The Parr Hall - culturewarrington.org/whats-on/lwf-no-love-lostGO WILD Holiday Camp, Warrington Market - facebook.com/events/warrington-market/go-wild-holiday-campBeatles Tribute: The Rubber Souls UK, The Empire - eventbrite.co.ukJunior farmers growing strawberries, Kenyon Hall Farm - kenyonhall.co.uk/junior-farmersSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact [email protected] Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media

Are you looking to be more active this year? You could join a gym or take up Padel. Or you could go from Couch to 5K with one of Warrington's running clubs.This month we talk to Bryan Forth from Warrington Road Runners about their annual Beginners & Newbies sessions, which starts again this January.With tips and advice on how to start running and what equipment you need, Bryan gives us a rundown on all you need to know.Plus we look back on some of the comments the Scoop has received lately about what you, the people of Warrington would like to see in the town.And as always we have our What's On Guide for the month ahead.Links from this episodeWarrington Road Runners Beginners & Newbies - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503195026594384 Running Clubs in WarringtonWarrington Road Runners - http://www.warringtonroadrunners.co.ukWarrington Athletics Club - https://warringtonac.co.ukWarrington Running Club - https://www.warringtonrunningclub.co.ukVictoria Park Running Club - https://www.vprc.co.ukSpectrum Striders - https://spectrumstriders.org.ukWarrington parkrun - https://www.parkrun.org.uk/warrington/Lymm Runners - https://lymmrunners.org.ukWhat's On GuidePulp’d and Blur2 at Warrington Irish Club - https://www.facebook.com/orfordlane83/ Learn to bake bread - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bread-making-workshop-beginners-tickets-1604971877089Lymm Artisan Market - https://www.facebook.com/lymmartisanmarket/?locale=en_GBJason Manford at Parr Hall - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/jason-manford-a-manford-all-seasons/KISS Tribute (Hotter Than Hell) at Empire - https://www.facebook.com/events/1194139349347018Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact [email protected] Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media

What is the Warrington BID? What does it do? And how does it work for Warrington?Andrea Morley joins us from the Warrington Business Improvement District to explain exactly what the BID does for our town.Our small business of the month for December is Pop & Perch, an independent greeting card company, which makes pop-out wooden cards for all occasions. Mike speaks to the owner, Emma.Plus, our December Event Guide is here!Links from this episodeChristmas Artisan Market - https://waltonhallgardens.co.uk/events/artisan-market/Live/Wire - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/livewire-the-ac-dc-show/Christmas Gala Concert - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/gemini-musical-theatre-company-christmas-gala-concert/Carols from the Cross - https://lymm.uk/carols_round_the_crossStone Roses vs Oasis - https://empirewarrington.co.uk/event/stone-roses-vs-oasis-live-at-empire-warrington/The Little Children's Market - https://www.facebook.com/thelittlechildrensmarket -----Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk For information on advertising opportunities please contact [email protected] Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media