This is Chris, the branch director of Darlington Samaritans. Today is the last day of his #EpicWalk from John O’Groats to Darlington. He has set off from Durham and will arrive back Darlington and District Samaritans this afternoon. We have a party planned to celebrate his amazing achievement. 💚

Chris’s #EpicWalk Day 24 Chris walked from Durham to Darlington today completing his 440 mile #EpicWalk from John O’Groats. All of us Darlington and District Samaritans are unbelievably proud of you and your brilliant achievement. Welcome home! 💚 samaritanscommunity.enthuse.com/pf/chris-thorn…

Chris’s #EpicWalk Chris walked 440 miles from John O’Groats to Darlington, arriving home today. He has raised £3,762 for our lovely branch and shared the important work done by Samaritans. If you would like to make a donation, it’s not too late! 💚 samaritanscommunity.enthuse.com/pf/chris-thorn…

We’re here if you need us this bank holiday weekend. 💚

Chris’s #EpicWalk Day 24 Chris walked from Durham to Darlington on the final leg of his journey today. He was welcomed home by his family and volunteers from Darlington and District Samaritans. He said the highlight of his walk was the kindness shown to him by people he met along the way. 💚

This Bank Holiday Monday why not reach out to that friend who is a bit quieter than usual, acting a bit different, is always busy or you haven't seen in a while. The "ask twice" method is one method you can use for starting these conversations💚

Monday night blues? If you feel like there’s nobody you can talk to, we’re here. You can talk to us. We will listen. 💚

Talk it through. We’re here to listen. 💚 📱116 123 📧 [email protected]

There’s huge strength in reaching out. Call free day or night on 116 123. 💚

If you feel like there’s nobody you can talk to, we’re here. 💚

Day or night, we’re here when life’s difficult. Call us free on 116 123. We will listen. 💚

Sunday night blues? It doesn’t matter how big or how small your problems feel. We are here and we will listen. 💚

It’s your call, no judgement, no pressure. Call free day or night on 116 123. 💚

#Euro2024 kicks off tomorrow and there’s lots of excitement in the air. 🏆⚽ As we gear up to support our favourite teams here’s a quick reminder we need to be massive supporters of our mates too. 🧵

If today feels hard, please know that you don't have to face it alone 💚 You can talk to us day or night 📱 116 123

The violence and racism that we’ve seen over the weekend is distressing and frightening. Please know you are not alone. If you are struggling with everything that is going on you can talk to us free day or night on 116 123.

A statement from CEO @Juliebentley on the ongoing riots: “There is no place in our society for such hatred. As Samaritans, we stand firmly against racism and want to remind the communities affected that we are here for you 24/7.” Read more 👇 samaritans.org/news/riots-sam…

We had an amazing day at #DarlingtonPride. What an amazing event filled with love! Thank you to everyone who stopped for a chat. 🌈💚

We are at Reeth Show today. Please come and say hello if you see our stall. 💚

Our amazing Regional Director, Libby, came to see us at Reeth Show. It was wonderful to see you Libby. Thank you for the delicious cakes!