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27/02/2026

27.02.2026

Just for information The Retreat Dorchester will only be able to offer 1:1 sessions to new people and emergencies this evening due to shortages of trained staff. The cafe space will be open as usual.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

26/02/2026

26/02/26 Bournemouth Retreat

Hi all,

This evening we will be opening at the slightly later time of 17:00 due to our Team Meeting.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

26/02/2026

Ready to welcome you at our stand during the monthly The Blandford Group Practice Wellbeing Support Walk-In event. Want to have a chat and a cuppa, with lots of local organisations ready to support you and your wellbeing? On from 10am until 12noon today at the Corn Exchange in the Market Place.

We can’t wait to meet you!

24/02/2026

24.02.26

The Retreat Dorchester will not be open until 5.15 this evening for a staff meeting. Open as normal afterwards.

Thank you for your understanding.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

20/02/2026

Friday 20/02/26

Hi All,

The Retreat in DORCHESTER will not open until 17:00 this evening.

We apologise for any inconvenience, and will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you require support for your mental health, you can contact Connection on 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

18/02/2026

Wednesday 18/02/26

The Retreat East - Bournemouth

Due to staffing Bournemouth Retreat will not be open until 18:00.

We will only see new visitors or people brought in via emergency services until then.

Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Please contact Connections on 0800 652 0190 for support.

17/02/2026

UPDATE Tuesday 17th February.

The Retreat in Dorchester will now be closing at 8:30pm. After this time, we will only be open for new people and emergency service referrals.

If you require mental health support, please call Connection 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

17/02/2026

Tuesday 17th February.

The Retreat in Dorchester will only be open for new people and emergency referrals until 5:30pm. We will then open fully at 5:30pm. Apologies for any inconvenience.

If you require mental health support, please call Connection 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

17/02/2026

Tuesday 17/02/26

Hi All,

The Retreat in Bournemouth will be open only to new visitors and emergency visitors all evening.

We apologise for any inconvenience, including the short notice and will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you require support for your mental health, you can contact Connection on 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

16/02/2026

Monday 16th February.

Hi all,
The Retreat in Dorchester will be open from 5pm this evening for new people and emergency referrals only.
We will then open fully at 6pm.

If you require support for your mental health, you can contact Connection on 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

13/02/2026

13th February 26

Apologies but at present Retreat Bournemouth will only be open from 5pm and then for new people and emergencies only. Any changes will be updated here.

If you need support for your mental health please call connection on 0800 652 0190

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

13/02/2026

Looking for a friendly space to connect and unwind? Join us at our evening social group every Tuesday at The Old School House in Boscombe from 6pm to 8pm.

Our group enjoy a relaxed chat in this vibrant, creative community hub. Ages 16+ welcome, see you there?

For more details of our Sports and Social by Dorset Mental Health Forum social groups across the county check: https://www.dorsetmentalhealthforum.org.uk/be-connected/social-connection

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Monday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Tuesday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Wednesday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Friday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Saturday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Sunday 4:30pm - 11:30pm

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A Place to Pause

Welcome to the Retreat, a service that aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment during the times you are struggling to cope with life. You can attend whether you would like to try to avoid a crisis or feel that you have already reached crisis point.

It is up to you how you define this and you don’t need to be referred.

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