Ambition Portsmouth is a community recovery service based in the heart of Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, delivered by Intuitive Thinking Skills.

It complements the local drug and alcohol service by helping people who have come through treatment to build education, skills and community involvement. Activities include peer-led groups such as gender-specific support, wellbeing workshops and outreach harm-reduction clinics. The service also runs ambassador training and co-production activities, emphasising lived experience, independence and resilience.

B3 (Brent Service User Council) is a peer-led charity in Brent supporting people affected by drug and alcohol misuse.

It aims to raise awareness of substance use issues, provide a voice and support for service users, and improve local services through community feedback, partnership work and training. B3 runs BSAFE, a weekend drop-in offering a safe, friendly space with refreshments and activities, and engages volunteers in peer support roles to help guide people towards treatment and recovery resources.

The Basement Recovery Project is an independent, peer-led charitable organisation based in Halifax and Todmorden.

It supports people affected by drug and alcohol addiction with a range of recovery services, including addiction recovery programmes, community stabilisation, detox support, therapeutic communal living and wellbeing activities. The project’s recovery hubs in Halifax and Todmorden provide safe spaces for mutual aid, drop-in support, skills building and connection with others in recovery. All work is grounded in lived experience and community support.

Better Way Recovery is a peer-led recovery charity based in Lichfield and serving Staffordshire.

It supports people affected by drug and alcohol misuse and their families through drop-in peer support, group work, mentoring, outreach and family support. The organisation offers a safe space to connect, solution-focused workshops, inter-agency introductions, preventative awareness talks and practical assistance including food, clothing and hygiene facilities. All services are delivered by people with lived experience of addiction and recovery.

Bridge Northants is a peer-led recovery organisation in Northamptonshire supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use.

It offers a range of community groups, peer support, social activities and wellbeing sessions designed to build connection, reduce isolation and sustain recovery. Bridge Northants also provides practical support, life skills development and links to treatment and other services, all delivered with lived experience at the heart. Its work aims to strengthen local recovery communities and improve wellbeing across the county.

Bridges Stockton is a community support organisation in Stockton-on-Tees helping people affected by homelessness, poverty, addiction and social isolation.

It runs a drop-in centre offering food, clothing, showers, laundry and warm spaces, and provides practical help with housing, benefits, employment skills and wellbeing. Bridges also delivers specialist family support services, offering advice, advocacy and activities for parents and children to strengthen family wellbeing. Through groups, training and community connection it helps people build confidence, resilience and pathways to stability.

Bring Unity Back into the Community (BUBIC) is a peer-led community organisation in Tottenham, North London supporting people affected by substance misuse through outreach, peer support and community engagement.

BUBIC delivers one-to-one support, peer support groups, information and advice on drug treatment, educational talks and assertive outreach, especially in hard-to-reach areas. Its teams also provide practical assistance such as food, warm clothing and toiletries during outreach, and run activities aimed at building connection, inclusion and wellbeing.

Build on Belief is a peer-led UK charity offering socially based, open-access support for people struggling with, or recovering from, drug and alcohol use.

It runs weekend and online community services where people can connect, take part in activities, and build supportive networks outside formal treatment. Activities include social clubs, wellbeing groups and hobby workshops designed to enhance wellbeing and reduce isolation. The charity is volunteer-driven and operates across London, Buckinghamshire and West Sussex.

Cascade Creative Recovery is a peer-led recovery organisation based in Brighton, East Sussex, England, supporting adults 18+ affected by alcohol and drug misuse.

It runs a range of creative and wellbeing drop-in groups at the Brighthelm Centre, including choir, art, drama, writing, yoga, peer support and open mic nights, all designed to build confidence, connection and sustained recovery through creative expression. The project draws on lived experience to offer inclusive, accessible activities that foster community and wellbeing.

Chase Recovery is a peer-led recovery support organisation based in Staffordshire, with community spaces in Stafford and Cannock.

Run by people with lived experience of addiction and recovery, it offers structured recovery programmes, peer support groups, social events and volunteering opportunities designed to help people address drug and alcohol dependency and build connection. The organisation provides a welcoming, supportive environment where people can share experience, gain encouragement and find practical and social support on their recovery journeys.

Come Together Hub is a peer-led support organisation based in St Helens, Merseyside, England, offering inclusive community activities and wellbeing groups for people experiencing loneliness, mental health challenges, homelessness, addiction or social isolation.

It provides recovery support groups, outreach sessions, sports and activity therapy, mentoring and positive community activities designed to improve wellbeing and connection. The hub runs multiple weekly groups, supports volunteers and works to help people feel welcome and connected within their local community.

Community Led Initiatives (CLI) is a values-led UK organisation supporting people in Bedfordshire Milton Keynes and Luton who have experienced addiction, homelessness, mental-health challenges or involvement with the criminal justice system.

It offers tailored one-to-one mentoring and peer support, helping individuals build confidence, overcome barriers and connect with supportive community networks. CLI also delivers recovery community development, resettlement housing and other programmes co-produced with lived experience, aiming to foster inclusion, stability and opportunity for people to thrive.

Create Strength Group is a peer-led recovery mutual support organisation based in Bradford, West Yorkshire.

It provides lived-experience-informed mutual aid groups, recovery support and advice for people affected by addiction, particularly cannabis, spice and legal highs. The organisation hosts abstinence-based meetings, peer-led support, training and research, and works with individuals and families to share lived experience, build confidence and promote sustained recovery in a non-judgemental environment.

Creative Start Arts in Health CIC is a peer-led recovery and creative support organisation based in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire.

It uses art, creativity and shared practice as core tools to support adults affected by addiction and mental health challenges toward sustained recovery. The organisation runs workshops, creative drop-ins, community art projects and peer-led recovery spaces such as The Comeback and Black Gull Venue, helping people build confidence, connection and wellbeing through creative expression and community engagement.

Dear Albert is a peer-led, recovery focused social enterprise helping people address drug and alcohol misuse and move towards sustained recovery.

It offers a free national helpline and support to individuals and families to resolve ambivalence about change, undertake needs assessments and connect with appropriate treatment options.

The organisation also works with other services and agencies to embed recovery-oriented approaches, runs mutual-aid facilitation programmes, hosts film screenings and publishes recovery resources to make recovery more visible and accessible.

Double Impact is a long-established charity based in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire supporting people affected by drug and alcohol addiction to build lasting recovery and independence.

It offers personal development programmes, education and training, volunteering and employment support, mutual aid groups and peer support networks, and safe community spaces that help people connect and rebuild their lives. The organisation also operates Café Sobar, an alcohol-free social space, and works with families and partners to strengthen inclusion and wellbeing for those in recovery.

The Edge Café Cambridge run community cafés (Brookfields and Fulbourn) and a recovery-focused social enterprise providing a welcoming, non-judgemental space open to everyone. Alongside serving affordable food and drinks, it hosts recovery meetings, peer support, wellbeing activities and creative groups.

The cafés aim to reduce isolation, support people affected by addiction or mental health challenges, and build connection through everyday social contact. By combining a working café with community activity, it helps make recovery visible, accessible and part of ordinary life in Cambridge.

Elisha House is a peer-led recovery community and social enterprise based in Colne, Lancashire, England.

It supports people with a history of substance misuse through structured recovery programmes, supported accommodation, community activities and wellbeing projects. The organisation runs a community café and gardening project, encourages physical activity and skill-building, and fosters connection and personal growth through group activities and social support. Elisha House aims to help individuals rebuild confidence, improve wellbeing and sustain positive change in their lives.

Essex Recovery Foundation is a lived-experience-led charity working across Essex to build a visible recovery community for people affected by drug and alcohol addiction.

It runs regular recovery spaces and social activities, supports community research and amplifies the voices of people in recovery to influence local service design and commissioning. The foundation also hosts events such as a “Weekend Series” and the Essex Recovery Festival, and works to reduce stigma and improve access to support throughout the county.

Expert Citizens CIC is a peer-led recovery and community support organisation based in Stoke-on-Trent.

It supports people with lived experience of homelessness, addiction, mental ill-health, poverty, domestic abuse or involvement with the criminal justice system. Expert Citizens runs peer networks, mutual aid activities, training and community engagement work aimed at reducing stigma, building connection and strengthening recovery through lived-experience-informed support and advocacy.

Jigsaw Recovery Project is a peer-led recovery organisation based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, in the North East of England.

It supports people affected by drug and alcohol use, homelessness and other complex needs with recovery-informed, person-centred support including peer mentoring, wellbeing groups and transitional services. Jigsaw also runs Milestones Young People’s Service for care-experienced 16–18-year-olds and supported accommodation for adults, helping people build confidence, stability and pathways to independent living.

Kelsey Family CIC is a community interest company in Hull offering family-focused support for people affected by drug and alcohol use and related challenges.

It provides peer support, advocacy, wellbeing activities, creative and therapeutic groups, and family-centred sessions designed to strengthen relationships and reduce isolation. Kelsey Family also runs social activities, community events and workshops that build skills, confidence and supportive networks, helping individuals and families navigate recovery and improve overall wellbeing within a compassionate, lived-experience-informed environment.

Kernow Recovery Community is a peer-led recovery support organisation operating across Cornwall, England, providing welcoming, lived-experience-informed spaces for people affected by addiction, mental health challenges and complex needs.

Run by Experts by Experience, it offers safe drop-in sessions and structured activities where peers can build connection, improve wellbeing and develop life skills together. The community meets in multiple locations around Cornwall, including Truro, Falmouth and Penzance, helping people sustain positive change through shared support and social connection.

Kickback Recovery is a lived-experience recovery organisation based in Sheffield supporting people with substance misuse, addiction and associated mental health challenges as well as affected family members.

It provides shared community support, recovery education, group therapy sessions, peer-led social support and 1:1 recovery advocacy. Weekly meetings take place in community spaces such as The Community Room at Morrisons Hillsborough Barracks, offering structured recovery teaching alongside connection and wellbeing activities grounded in mutual support and lived experience.

NERAF (Northern Engagement into Recovery from Addiction Foundation) is a peer-led recovery charity based in Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England supporting people affected by alcohol and substance use and their families.

It provides peer mentoring, one-to-one recovery coaching, group support, activities and training to help people navigate recovery and improve wellbeing across the North East. The organisation works across Sunderland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland Wellbeing Hub locations.

Nightingales Recovery Café is a community hub in the centre of Birkenhead, Wirral, supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use.

Established over four years ago, it sits at the heart of the local recovery community, providing pathways into treatment and recovery services alongside practical support and personal development through local partnerships. Food is central to its approach, using shared meals to build connection and inclusion. The café offers affordable, nutritious food in a welcoming, recovery-focused environment rooted in the local community.

Recovery Connections is a peer-led recovery charity in the North East of England supporting people affected by drug and alcohol problems. It runs services in Darlington, Gateshead, Stockton, Middlesbrough, Sunderland and Redcar

They offer community recovery groups, one-to-one support, residential rehab, employment help, trauma therapy and student support, all shaped by lived experience. The organisation also runs social enterprises and training programmes, and works to challenge stigma and build inclusive recovery communities across Middlesbrough, Stockton, Gateshead, Sunderland, Darlington and Redcar.

The Recovery Games is a vibrant annual event held in Doncaster that celebrates recovery, community, and the incredible power of connection.

Through friendly competition, teamwork, and fun, we aim to challenge stigma around addiction and mental health while showcasing the strength and resilience of those in recovery. The Recovery Games grows each year — spreading awareness, fostering connection, and inspiring change through the spirit of competition and togetherness. Join us as we champion recovery, break down barriers, and remind everyone that we are stronger together.

Revival Newcastle is a community-driven network in Newcastle supporting people affected by drug, alcohol and other addiction issues.

It connects individuals, families and local services to promote recovery, reduce stigma and raise awareness, helping people build relationships, find purpose and access support that works for them. Revival runs regular meetings, training, events and a mapped directory of recovery resources, and works with partners to strengthen recovery pathways and influence local policy and practice.

Rhubarb Farm is a Langwith-based social enterprise and charity offering therapeutic horticulture and supportive activities for adults with diverse needs, including those recovering from drug and alcohol use.

Participants engage in gardening, animal care, training and community events to build confidence, skills and wellbeing in an inclusive, nature-based environment.

It runs a 12-week recovery programme and a local Recovery Space, helping people foster connection and purpose through practical farm work and social engagement

Spider Project is a creative, recovery-focused community project based in Birkenhead supporting people affected by substance use and mental health challenges.

It places strong emphasis on arts and creativity, offering activities such as visual arts, music, drama, writing and holistic wellbeing sessions alongside physical exercise and personal development. The project provides a supportive, inclusive space rooted in lived experience, helping people build confidence, improve wellbeing and strengthen recovery through creative expression and positive social connection.

SUIT (Service User Involvement Team) is a peer-led recovery organisation based in Wolverhampton supporting people struggling with or in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.

As a project of Wolverhampton Voluntary & Community Action, SUIT offers lived-experience-informed wraparound support including one-to-one advocacyc, buddy support, housing and benefits help, healthcare guidance, groups, activities and links to treatment services. All staff and volunteers have lived experience, helping reduce barriers and improve recovery outcomes for vulnerable adults across the city.

The Road to Recovery Trust is a **peer-supported recovery charity based in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, England, centred around its community hub George Street Social.

It promotes recovery from all forms of addiction through 12-step fellowship meetings, SMART recovery sessions, peer connection and wellbeing activities. The organisation also runs a coffee shop open to the public, provides social support spaces, hosts recovery meetings and fosters community belonging to help people sustain recovery and reduce isolation.

Warrior Down LERO CIC is a peer-led recovery organisation based in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, supporting people affected by addiction, mental health challenges and social exclusion.

It offers peer support groups, workshops, wellbeing activities, recovery meetings and community connection events designed to reduce stigma and build resilience. Warrior Down also works with partners to provide supported housing pathways and practical help, helping individuals strengthen recovery capital and foster long-term positive change within compassionate local communities.

The Well Communities is a peer-led recovery organisation based in Morecambe, Lancashire, England, providing free support for people affected by drug and alcohol addiction across North Lancashire and Cumbria.

It operates multiple wellbeing hubs in Barrow-in-Furness, Morecambe, Kendal and Carlisle, offering recovery support, behavioural change programmes, social activities and mutual aid. The Well also provides family support, housing services and outreach work to help people rebuild confidence, improve wellbeing and sustain long-term positive change.

Woolwich Service Users Project (WSUP) is a grassroots London charity providing practical and emotional support to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, addiction, mental health challenges and other life struggles.

It runs a warm, safe drop-in centre offering hot meals, showers, laundry, haircuts and clothing, alongside wellbeing activities and art groups. WSUP partners with local agencies to help with housing, healthcare, employment, skills, debt and legal issues, fostering dignity, inclusion and community connection for those in greatest need.