A free event in Mallow which aims to foster a sense of community and raise awareness about the support services available for mental health and wellbeing locally, is set to serve up its 6th annual offering this September.
HSE South West have announced that the hugely successful ‘Together at the Castle’ mental health and wellbeing day returns to Mallow Castle on Sunday, September 6th.
A great family day out which features a wide variety of entertainment, recreational activities, workshops and informational spaces provided by up to 50 local and regional community groups and organisations, Together at the Castle 2026 will see plenty fun activities for children, as well as a wide variety of food and drink options.
Open to all, the event sees HSE South West continue its partnership with Mallow Chamber of Commerce, Cork County Council, Cork Mental Health Foundation, Avondhu Blackwater Partnership, See Change, SHINE and An Garda Síochána.
Brendan McCarthy, CEO Cork Mental Health Foundation said they were ‘delighted’ to be part of the organising committee for the event.
“We have worked collectively to ensure that this event offers a practical and positive approach to mental health and wellbeing in the local community. With the participation of up to 50 services, attendees will find something useful to engage with; or gain insight into seeking help. Our goal is to promote hope and recovery within our communities.”
The Together at the Castle event aligns with See Change’s national annual mental health awareness campaign, the Green Ribbon campaign, which runs throughout the month of September. The event will run from 1pm to 5pm.
Joyce Good Hammond, president of Mallow Chamber of Commerce, said that the primary focus is ‘to create awareness and highlight mental health supports, information and education for people from all walks of life.’
“This event, which was initiated by our previous president, Sharon Cregg, has become an established institution that has made great strides in bringing together our local community, and connecting services and people in an accessible way. We are delighted that Sharon will continue to spearhead this initiative with the same commitment and drive that has made this event the success it is.”
