Alabaré Riverside Sanctuary

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Alabaré Riverside Sanctuary A free 4pm-11pm mental health and wellbeing drop-in, based in Salisbury; for people aged 16+ living in Wiltshire, open every day. Who can use the Sanctuary?

Email us for more information or drop in at 2 Watt Road, SP2 7UD. and follow the signs to the rear of the building. We are here to provide a confidential service supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of individuals across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire. Support is tailored to your individual needs and we will always try to link in with your support network; whether that is friends, family or other professionals. Alabaré’s specially trained team will facilitate a safe space for you to talk through what’s happening in your life and will work with you to help find the best way forward. We can also help you access community resources and can link you to any extra support you may need. Individuals using the service must be:

16 years or over
Willing and able to work with us safely
Registered with a GP within Wiltshire, Swindon or BaNES South West Region
How to get in touch
All appointments must be made by phone to the Riverside Sanctuary telephone number: 08082 803528

We cannot support anyone who is showing signs of being:

In critical danger of harm, injury or death
In need of immediate medical treatment
Unable to work collaboratively with us safely
Intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
If you need a higher level of support than we can provide, please contact your local NHS Mental Health team or dial 999. Please get in touch if you wish to phone in on another's behalf, whether you are a friend, family member or a professional supporting someone who is struggling. Opening hours: Lines are open 4 pm – 11 pm seven days a week with drop-in sessions available by appointment.

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03/10/2026

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Discover local support, connect with others, and find out how we can help you or someone you care about. We’ll be there—hope you will too. Let’s make a difference together! 💙

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Today is international Coffee day!

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Come meet some of the Sanctuary team at this years Men Matters!
24/09/2026

Come meet some of the Sanctuary team at this years Men Matters!

After the success of the Men Matters showcase last September where over 200 men and 40 organisations shared advice and information to support men’s mental

At cook, chat and chill this evening we made a lovely autumnal squash soup, using gourds grown in our very own Riverside...
23/09/2026

At cook, chat and chill this evening we made a lovely autumnal squash soup, using gourds grown in our very own Riverside Sanctuary gardening patch! 🥣🌱

Our next cooking session will be Wednesday the 7th of October. Come down for an opportunity to learn some new skills, to connect with peers and to work on your mental health and wellbeing.

17/09/2026

We can provide immediate mental health support to anyone over the age of 16, living or working in Wiltshire, or registered with a GP in the county.

⌚Open 4.00 – 11.00pm
📅Every day of the year
📖No appointments needed – just drop-in
📍Watt Road, Salisbury, SP2 7UD
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16/08/2026

Riverside Sanctuary is now open from 4pm-11pm again. Please feel free to drop in for mental health support. Thank you for your understanding.

Unfortunately, we will not be opening the service this Saturday evening (15 August).Our colleagues continue to be unwell...
15/08/2026

Unfortunately, we will not be opening the service this Saturday evening (15 August).

Our colleagues continue to be unwell, meaning we are unable to safely operate. We aim to reopen the Riverside Sanctuary tomorrow.

If you're experiencing mental health concerns and want to access support, visit https://alabare.co.uk/our-services/mental-health-help/ for more info.

ALABARÉ & Riverside Sanctuary work alongside Second Step, Missing Link and Nilaari to provide expert mental health support across BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire

Unfortunately, we will not be opening the service this evening (Monday, 10 August).It's not a decision we take lightly, ...
10/08/2026

Unfortunately, we will not be opening the service this evening (Monday, 10 August).

It's not a decision we take lightly, but colleague leave and sickness means we can't safely operate, and we hope to reopen tomorrow.

If you're experiencing mental health concerns and want to access support, visit https://alabare.co.uk/our-services/mental-health-help/ for more info.

ALABARÉ & Riverside Sanctuary work alongside Second Step, Missing Link and Nilaari to provide expert mental health support across BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire

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14/07/2026

Love easy recipes? Enjoy cooking with others? Or excited to learn new kitchen skills? Come join our cooking session tomorrow from 16:00 to 18:00, where we'll be making a no-bake strawberry cheesecake!

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Riverside Sanctuary, 2 Watt Road, Churchfields Industrial Estate
Salisbury
SP27UD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 11pm
Tuesday 9am - 11pm
Wednesday 9am - 11pm
Thursday 9am - 11pm
Friday 9am - 11pm
Saturday 9am - 11pm
Sunday 9am - 11pm

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