PROJECTS in the Bradford district focused on adult mental wellbeing have been granted public health funding for a second year.

Last year, 23 projects received a total of £179,000, enabling them to buy equipment, train staff, and volunteers, and run sessions ranging from breadmaking to nature trips.

The funding supported nearly 1,000 people across the district in connecting with others, de-stressing, engaging in physical activity, and improving their mental wellbeing.

The projects are based on the five ways to well-being: connecting with people, being physically active, learning new skills, giving to others, and practising mindfulness.

These activities are believed to positively impact mental wellbeing.

Rob Normington from DR Woodland Wellbeing, which runs outdoor sessions for men with long-term health conditions and poor mental well-being, said: "The men that attended our sessions have found immense support, confidence, and part of their identity in our group."

Councillor Sarah Ferriby, portfolio holder for healthy people and places at Bradford Council, said: "I am pleased that we can continue to support these projects to improve people’s mental well-being across the district.

"These groups are already making an impact on our communities as a result of last year’s grant funding, and I’m looking forward to seeing what they can achieve with further support."