25/10/2026
HGV Drivers are the backbone of this country. Without them we wouldn't have our shelves stocked or our businesses running. Their wellbeing matters. Your wellbeing.
Long hours on the road can take a serious toll on not only your physical health - but also your emotional wellbeing.
We understand the struggle to find good food at service stations while working through the night. Multiple studies confirm that eating a balanced, nutrient‑rich diet can improve mood, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and support brain function.
If you're ever on route, please check out The Canteen at J24 we really try to provide good, fresh, homecooked meals which can be covered by the meal voucher provided, when paying for parking.
We also understand that loneliness is a huge factor of the job. This is why, four years ago, we open the Health Hub. A free service for HGV drivers to have the opportunity to see a health professional. This includes Blood Pressure, Blood Glucose, Cholesterol tests as well as a chance to talk about your emotional wellbeing.
If you're feeling under pressure, anxious, overwhelmed, or simply need someone to talk to, please visit the Derek Mead Health Trust Support is available, and seeking help is one of the strongest steps you can take.
We encourage everyone to take a moment to check in with themselves and those around them.
You are not alone. Help is there, and having these conversations can save lives.
If you couldn't make it this weekend, our next dates open in November are: 14th, 19th, 28th.
Don't struggle in silence. Reach out. Talk. Let someone help.
