Logo of The Anthony Seddon Fund featuring a green butterfly resting on ripples of water. Text reads: 'The Anthony Seddon Fund - Supporting mental wellbeing in our community.

The Anthony Seddon Fund offers mental health support in Tameside through a variety of activities, including peer support groups, which help individuals manage mental health challenges.

The Anthony Seddon Centre is open Monday through Friday, from 9:30am-12pm and 12:30pm–4:30pm*. During these hours, we provide a range of activities. For more details, visit our What’s On page.

For more information or to book a session, feel free to contact us.

Reception is available during these hours at reception@tasfund.org.uk or by calling 0161 376 4439. If we’re unable to answer, please leave a voicemail with your name, number, and the reason for your call. We’ll  get back to you as soon as possible.

Our drop-in sessions are available Monday through Friday from 1pm to 3pm.

* Please note: The Centre is closed from 9:30am-12:30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Reception will open at 12:30pm

When we are closed, please visit our Crisis Support page for information on SAFE Tameside, Samaritans, and the 24-hour mental health helpline.

Anthony Seddon wearing a festive red Santa suit, smiling and seated outdoors at a table with a drink and snacks nearby, with a blue recycling bin visible in the background.
Three men standing outdoors, smiling and embracing each other. Anthony Seddon is in the centre, wearing a shiny button-up shirt, with his cousin on the left in a blue shirt and his grandad on the right in a purple shirt. A garden and brick wall are visible in the background.
A family photo featuring Anthony Seddon with his family members. From left to right: Brian (wearing glasses and a light blue shirt), Donna (wearing a black dress), Anthony (at the back, wearing a dark shirt), and Alex (to Anthony's right, wearing a black dress). In the front row, Harry is on the left, smiling in a grey sweatshirt, and Ben is on the right, wearing a navy blue polo shirt with a playful expression. They are gathered indoors, with a window and patterned curtains in the background.
Group photo of people gathered outside The Anthony Seddon Centre during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The centre's sign is visible above the entrance, reading 'The Anthony Seddon Centre... supporting mental wellbeing in our community.' Participants include local dignitaries, staff, and supporters holding a green ribbon and a balloon. A signboard in front provides contact details and social media links for the centre. The event is photographed under clear skies, with a Tameside Radio watermark crediting Nigel Wood as the photographer

About Us

We are a Peer Support Mental Health Charity, based in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester. Founded in 2014 in memory of Anthony Seddon, who struggled with bipolar disorder and tragically passed away in 2013, we provide a safe and welcoming environment where individuals can come to talk, connect, and receive support.

While we do not offer counselling or therapy, we create a space where people feel heard and supported. We’re known for our friendly, non-judgemental approach, and yes, we make a great cup of tea!

Our services include a range of activities designed to reduce isolation and promote positive wellbeing, including peer support groups, holistic therapies, and creative activities. If we’re not the right fit for you, we’ll do our best to direct you to the appropriate service or support.

For those in crisis, please visit our Crisis Support Page for more information on how we can help or direct you to the appropriate resources.

Anthony Seddon

Anthony had a warm and compassionate personability, a brilliant sense of humour, and a smile that could light up any room. Popular, energetic, and intelligent, Anthony sadly struggled with bipolar disorder from the age of 18.

Anthony’s journey with bipolar disorder lasted 12 years. He spent much of that time in and out of the hospital, struggling with the debilitating side effects of strong medications.

Sadly, Anthony died by suicide on 31st March 2013, at the age of just 30. His passing has left a lasting impact on those who knew him, and it is in his memory that The Anthony Seddon Fund was established to support those affected by mental health challenges.

The Anthony Seddon Centre

Following Anthony’s tragic death, his family faced significant challenges in accessing adequate support and made a vow to continue his legacy. They have worked tirelessly to help others in similar situations and to raise awareness about mental health.

This determination has led to the creation of The Anthony Seddon Fund, which has grown over the past 10 years thanks to the unwavering efforts of Anthony’s family and the dedicated volunteers who have supported the cause. To learn more about our journey, please visit our Our Journey Page.

The trustees, staff, and volunteers of the charity each bring their own lived experience to the table, enabling us to offer meaningful support to individuals living with long-term mental health conditions, including Schizophrenia, Personality Disorders, and PTSD.

Nearly 10 years on, The Anthony Seddon Fund is an integral part of our local community. We continue to provide a wide range of activities at our Centre, as well as advocating for improved mental health services and suicide prevention on both a local and Greater Manchester-wide scale.

The Aims of The Anthony Seddon Fund

  • To provide a safe space that promotes social interactions and support networks to aid prevention, recovery, and management of any mental health issue
  • To positively influence service provision for those affected by mental health issues and their families, friends, and carers by actively promoting and representing the views of people with lived experience
  • To work in partnership with other organisations and agencies in meeting these objectives