Support
Looking after yourself and each other
Riding can be a way to clear your head, feel free and find a little peace. But a great road is not a treatment. If you or someone you ride with is struggling, the organisations below can help.
Last updated 22 August 2026
Need help right now?
If you are in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E.
- Samaritans — free, 24/7, confidential listening. Phone 116 123 or visit samaritans.org.
- SHOUT — free, 24/7 crisis text support. Text SHOUT to 85258, or visit giveusashout.org.
- CALM — support for anyone in emotional distress. Visit thecalmzone.net.
Support from the riding community
These organisations understand the particular pressures and joys of life on two wheels.
- Mental Health Motorbike — a UK community connecting motorcyclists with mental health support, training and peer networks. Visit mentalhealthmotorbike.org.uk.
- Two Wheels for Life — best known for medical support in Africa, they also champion the wellbeing that riding brings. Visit twowheelsforlife.org.
General mental health support
- Mind — information, advice and local services. Visit mind.org.uk.
- Mental Health Foundation — practical advice on looking after your mental health. Visit mentalhealth.org.uk.
- NHS Every Mind Matters — free tips, tools and an action plan. Visit nhs.uk/every-mind-matters.
- NHS 111 — call 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk for urgent but non-emergency advice.
A note from us
Rose Tinted Roads is here to help you find roads worth remembering. It is not a mental health service, and we do not offer counselling or medical advice. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to your GP or one of the organisations above.
If you think we could do better on this page, email us at roads@rosetintedmedia.co.uk.
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