Inside Plymouth’s free suicide prevention events on 10–11 September

beehiveweb.co.uk editorial team 2026-09-08 13:07 3 min read

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Plymouth residents can attend two free World Suicide Prevention Day events on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September. The main event runs from 12pm to 4.30pm at Methodist Central Hall, Plymouth, with advance registration required. A separate drop-in session will be held from 12pm to 4pm the following day at Burrington Hub, All Saints Academy, with no booking needed.

Hosted by Plymouth City Council’s Public Health team, the events are open to the general public. They are intended for anyone who wants to understand suicide prevention, hear from people with lived experience or learn what mental health support is available across the city.

Lived experience and local support at Methodist Central Hall

The main World Suicide Prevention Day event on 10 September has the theme “Impact”. Sessions will examine how suicidal thoughts affect a person in crisis, how bereavement by suicide affects families and communities, and how challenging stigma can make it easier for people to seek support.

Networking begins at 12pm, allowing attendees to meet local organisations and ask about their services, training and resources. Groups due to attend include Pete’s Dragons, Andy’s Man Club, Livewell Southwest, Papyrus, Young Devon, CAPE Men’s Mental Health Network and Jeremiah’s Journey.

The programme will include speakers with lived experience and updates on suicide prevention work taking place in Plymouth. Attendees will also hear about challenges affecting children and young people and discuss future plans intended to make Plymouth a suicide-safer city.

The council says suicide affects people from all walks of life. Its figures indicate that an average of 20 to 30 people die by suicide in Plymouth each year, with the effects extending to relatives, friends and colleagues.

Inside Plymouth’s free suicide prevention events on 10–11 September

Councillor Maria Lawson, Plymouth’s Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, said every suicide statistic represents a person and a community whose lives have been changed. She said open conversations can challenge stigma and help create a city where people feel able to ask for support.

Friday drop-in offers confidential conversations

The second event takes place at Burrington Hub, All Saints Academy, on 11 September. It will provide a safe and welcoming setting for confidential conversations about suicide and mental health.

People can use the drop-in to continue discussions raised during the main event, but attendance on Thursday is not a condition of entry. Residents may also visit simply to learn about local organisations and available services.

Unlike the Methodist Central Hall programme, the Friday hub does not require registration. The source provides no additional transport or accessibility information for either venue.

Dates, venues and entry details

Event detail	Confirmed information
Main event	Thursday 10 September, 12pm–4.30pm
Main venue	Methodist Central Hall, Plymouth
Main event entry	Free; registration required
Drop-in hub	Friday 11 September, 12pm–4pm
Drop-in venue	Burrington Hub, All Saints Academy
Drop-in entry	Free; no booking required

Anyone needing urgent mental health support should contact NHS 111 and select the mental health option. In an emergency, call 999.

Source: Plymouth City Council

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