UNDERSTANDING mental health will be the subject of an open day at the Bolton Methodist Mission in October.

The aim of the Bolton World Mental Health Day celebration is to promote better awareness of mental health among the general public.

There will be information stalls from voluntary and statutory services, workshops on stress management and relaxation techniques, exhibitions and sales of art and crafts, and demonstrations of aromatherapy and relaxation techniques.

The day, on October 8, will also serve to publicise the work of local agencies supporting people facing emotional distress in their lives.

Starting at 9am, the open day will run until 5pm.