Our Story

On the 15th April 2021 the world tragically lost Lee Calton to suicide at the age of 37. Lee was an incredibly popular and well respected man.

Why the 8:56? Lee was a massive football fan he loved Arsenal and followed our local team King’s Lynn Town FC. Lee and his friends would catch the 08:56 train out of King’s Lynn station on a Saturday morning. These days were filled with laughter, banter, friendship, lots of beer and not forgetting the football. 8:56 represents something Lee held in such high regard. Happy times, fond memories and a group of friends that were always there for each other.

Ultimately the 8:56 is a time, but it’s also a journey Just like Lee and his friends on match day the 8:56 represents strength, support and sense of belonging that can be found in a group. Whether you’re winning or losing whatever the weather they turn up regardless

Our Aim

The 8:56 Foundation aims to raise awareness, increase the profile of support and reduce the stigma associated with mental health. By using sport as an aid we want to encourage men to talk and reduce the risk of loneliness and isolation.

Your Donation

Will be used to deliver our Wellbeing Pathway, all offered free to those who need it

Our Men's Time Event sessions are aimed at improving wellbeing, reducing loneliness & Isolation in a social sporting setting, such as Footgolf, Angling or Bowling where Men can find support, strength & belonging in being part of a group.

Our Men's Time To Talk sessions are where Men can talk & listen over a brew or coffee, hear advice on Mental Health Issues and Lived Experiences with a support network provided if required

The Foundation also offers a Talking Therapy service

We work with a group of therapists who have over 30 years of experience within Mental Health nursing & clinical supervision & are members BACP