There are a lots of community arts groups and courses in Leeds that are welcoming to people who have had mental health issues. Many people find that getting involved in a creative activity really helps improve their well-being. Arts & Minds has links with lots of creative groups, courses and organisations across the city. Please click on the pictures below for more information on each group, course or organisation. Or you could use the search tool to find a group that suits you. You could search for a particular activity (eg visual arts, music, drama) a location that is convenient to you (eg Bramley, Chapletown, Middleton) or a time that suits you (eg Wednesday morning, Sunday afternoon).

“Try something you haven’t tried before…experiment and learn new skills so you’ve something to learn…learning’s good for you and it can make you feel better about yourself.”

If you are part of a creative group or run a course that you would like to feature on these pages, please contact us.