Black Dog Walking Club

29/08/2026

A reminder that there is a talk on Rick Rescorla this evening in Hayle.

TONIGHT

6.30pm (for a 7pm start)

The Masonic Lodge, Hayle, TR27 4AE.

As part of the 25th anniversary commemorations of the loss of local hero Rick Rescorla, local resident Trevor Smitheram is holding a talk on Ricks life from his birth in 1939 through to the events of 9/11.

Tickets £5 on the door.

25/08/2026

The Guys In Cornwall team are hosting a number of events, next up is a Supper Club this Thursday at The Secret Quay Kitchen in Hayle - who host the Hayle Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club in winter months.

13/08/2026

Rather than a Black Dog Walking Club this Sunday we will be holding a Black Dog Creative session at The Veterans Halt, at Gwinear Road Level Crossing, from 9.30hrs for a 2 hour paint and brew session.

The plan us to paint hundreds of scallop shells, as part of The Veterans Charity - Routes of Remembrance / Ribbon of Poppies initiative for the 9/11 tribute for Rick Rescorla and the victims of that fateful day.

There will be tea and coffee available.

Please let us know if you are attending and we will let you know about parking etc.

30/07/2026

Looking for a walk with history?

Looking for an event that supports Veterans?

This maybe right up your street 👇

BREAKING NEWS!

🧡Raise £1,000. Get Your Entry Fee Back!

We’re introducing a brand new incentive for everyone taking part in The Forces March 2027!

Raise £1,000 or more for The Veterans Charity and we’ll refund your £149 entry fee making entry effectively FREE!

It’s our way of thanking those who go the extra mile - not just on the road, but through their incredible fundraising efforts.

Every pound you raise helps us provide urgent support to veterans across the UK who are experiencing hardship, including emergency food supplies, energy, essential clothing, household items, travel assistance and more.

So, your challenge is simple:

🚶 Complete an unforgettable 125-mile journey from Ilfracombe to Bulford over five days.
🧡 Raise at least £1,000 to support veterans in need.
🎉 Receive your £149 entry fee refunded.

You’ll still earn your medal, create lifelong memories, honour the heroes of WWII and become part of something truly extraordinary.

If you’ve been thinking about taking on The Forces March, there’s never been a better time.

📅 28 April – 2 May 2027
📍 Ilfracombe to Bulford
🌍 Open to veterans, serving personnel, corporate teams and civilians.

Register today:
👉 www.veteranscharity.org.uk/fm

29/07/2026

When the BDWC started it was to help prevent veteran su***de, but on reading stories like this and knowing the backgrounds of our own teams and others we opened it quickly to the Police and Emergency Services.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gjqy7lrx5o

The club is now open to all members of the public as a way of engaging with like minded souls in beautiful scenenry.

The Home Office says it will expand support for officers exposed to trauma from policing.

18/07/2026

Honey one of our regular canine attendees on the Black Dog Walking Club wanted to remind everyone that tomorrow is the July meeting of the BDWC.

9.30am

Meet at the Lula shack / Rockpool Car Park

Parking charges apply there - but free onroad options are available

Come and join us for a bimble and cuppa.

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17/06/2026

Fathers Day Walk

This coming Sunday at 0930hrs it is time to "exorcise" the black dog of depression.

Turn the demon dog back into a more manageable companion.

Alone the dark thoughts the black dog brings can be oppressive and even, sadly, fatal. Together we can help put the black dog back on the lead. It doesn't matter what calls the depression out ill health, financial worries, redundancy, football results to name a few.

The club will meet at The Rockpool (Luna) Car Park. at Gwithian, Cornwall.

It is open to all (you really don't need any "real" dog let alone the mythical black dog) and is free to join.

Car parking charges apply at the car park although free on road options are a short walk away.

We hope to see you there.

Healthwatch Cornwall BBC Cornwall Cornwall Live Camborne & Redruth AFVBC Veterans in Cornwall Veterans Regroup

13/06/2026

Guys in Cornwall a new group on Facebook and Instagram group is now live, with real meet ups planned for the summer.

An initiative by one of the Black Dog Walking Club "family".

10/05/2026

Ruminating can cause us all issues...

Recognising the signs can help you.

12/04/2026

Where are you on the burnout curve?

Spotting where you are early can stop the decline and all the associated wellbeing issues mentally and physically.