World Mental Health Day 2025
On 10th October, RNN Group joins the global conversation for World Mental Health Day 2025, which highlights access to mental health support during crises and emergencies.
Global events and constant news coverage can feel stressful, even when we’re not directly affected, making prioritising wellbeing essential.
Through Health and Wellbeing Day, staff have the opportunity to reduce stress, strengthen relationships, and focus on personal health. Even small acts of self-care like going for a walk or spending time with loved ones can make a meaningful difference.
Our commitment
Health and Wellbeing is central to RNN Group’s ethos. Staff working 18.5 hours or more receive one full day, and those working 18.25 hours or less receive a half day annually. This allocation ensures business needs are met while giving staff meaningful time to focus on themselves, their families, and their communities.
As World Mental Health Day 2025 reminds us, protecting mental health and having access to support are essential for resilience. RNN Group continues to encourage staff to find moments of rest, connection, and personal growth throughout the year.
Wellbeing in action
Between September 2024 and August 2025, 457 staff members used their Health and Wellbeing Day to prioritise mental health:
- 3 went on a bike ride
- 84 enjoyed a family day out
- 245 did a general activity
- 1 spent the day gardening
- 19 socialised with friends
- 31 went to a spa or for a treatment
- 70 went for a walk or hike
- 4 learnt a new skill
These activities demonstrate how staff took time to recharge, reduce stress, and strengthen connections. helping them manage the pressures of work and external challenges.
Staff experiences
Staff shared how they spent their Health and Wellbeing Day:
Lucy Barnwell: “I spent the day going for a walk and at my allotment. It’s the one day when I am off I don’t look at my emails, so I love it!”
Louise Heap: “I went for a walk. It allowed me to do something for myself, visit somewhere I hadn’t been before, and feel the benefits of spending time in nature.”
Louise Carroll: “I went out on my motorbike for a sunny coffee ride. In the evening, I went to my first bike night of the year. It was good to get out on my own during the day and then meet up with friends.”
Zara Thompson: “I went camping with my son. Spending quality time together in the sunshine was positive and made me feel appreciated for having this extra time off.”
Robert Lowde: “I visited Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Seeing the animals boosted my mental wellbeing, and walking nearly 8 miles had a positive impact on my physical health too.”
Neil Duffy: “I went flying planes. It’s nice to be able to do something different on a work day.”
Stan Cox: “I went for a walk, a boat ride, and socialised with friends. This day serves as a vital escape, rejuvenating my spirit and promoting both physical and mental wellbeing.”
Lauren Frost: “I went on a family day out to York with my mum. Spending time with family always makes me feel good.”
Sue Powell: “I learnt a new skill – soap making. It was a mindful, relaxing activity, and I enjoyed a frothy coffee while the soap set.”
Stephen Whitehouse: “I spent a family day out with my wife and niece, celebrating her birthday. We also went strawberry and sunflower picking. It was great to have the day off and enjoy quality time together.”