Oakham and Melon based charity Pepper's A Safe Space is in need of new volunteers to help them make a real important difference in the community.

Pepper's A Safe Space is a local charity, situated on the High Street in Oakham as well as having a branch in Melton, and offers free mental health and wellbeing support for adults in a warm, welcoming environment.

Pepper's offers a variety of groups, including walking, gardening and crafts (Photo: Pepper's A Safe Place)

Volunteers are at the heart of what makes Pepper's such a magical place and volunteering has huge mental health benefits for those involved as well.

For example, according to a report by Time Well Spent, 77% of volunteers reported that volunteering improved their mental health and wellbeing, as well as 53% reporting a benefit to their physical health as well.

New volunteers at Pepper's will be welcoming new members to drop-in sessions, support activities like crafts or gardening, and offer a listening ear to those who need it over a cup of tea and maybe a biscuit or two.

If you are interested in learning more about volunteering with Pepper's, drop in to the centre on Oakham High Street, email [email protected] or call 07714 503556.