What is Breathing Space?

Bath Mind’s Breathing Space service provides calm, non-clinical in-person support for individuals experiencing or at risk of a mental health crisis. Our experienced team offers a compassionate, listening ear and can guide you to appropriate services for further support.

Through some of the most difficult times in my life, Breathing Space has been there alongside me. They provide me the space to talk about how I’m feeling and feel heard, understood and validated. At times when I have felt that I cannot cope and can’t keep going, Breathing Space have been alongside me and held the hope for me when I have been unable to. The kindness, care and compassion I received from Breathing Space is something I will forever be grateful for.

How can I access Breathing Space?

The Breathing Space Hub is open every day from 6pm to 10.30pm at Beauford House, 8-9 Princes Street, Bath, BA1 1HL. 

We provide a safe, comfortable environment where you can find respite if you are in serious emotional distress. Our aim is to offer a warm, calming space where you can feel welcome and relaxed.

During your visit, you can:

  • Spend time in a quiet area
  • Listen to music or watch a movie
  • Play games or engage in arts and crafts
  • Chat with others or speak with a staff member

Our team will offer emotional support and help you stay safe, while working with you on a short-term plan for crisis prevention. We can also provide information and refer or signpost you to other services to support your recovery, resilience, and wellbeing.

Who can attend

Anyone who:

  • Is 16 years or older
  • Lives in or is registered with a GP in Bath and North East Somerset
  • Is experiencing poor mental health, emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or feeling overwhelmed

We cannot support

Anyone who:

  • Is threatening or displaying aggressive behaviour
  • Requires a prescription or medical attention
  • Is intoxicated

How to refer

To attend Breathing Space, please call Freephone 0808 175 1369 or email breathingspace@bathmind.org.uk before 5pm on the day you wish to visit. Leave your name, phone number, and a brief message.

A team member will contact you between 5.30pm and 6pm to complete a referral form (for first-time visitors) and schedule a specific time slot for your visit.

Please refer to the map for the location of Breathing Space.

Beauford House,
8-9 Princes Street,
Bath, BA1 1HL

Polish translation

We’re pleased to offer support to Polish speakers in our community. You can arrange to speak with one of our Polish-speaking staff members for assistance.

Jesli chciałbys porozmawiac z kims w jezyku polskim, zadzwon do Breathing Space. Polski pracownik oddzwoni do Ciebie w uzgodnionym terminie. Mozesz równiez wysłac do nas e-maila w jezyku polskim: breathingspace@bathmind.org.uk.