A MENTAL health marketplace is taking place in the town centre this Thursday.

The event is the first of its kind and it will be an opportunity for people to meet local mental health support groups.

It is taking place on World Mental Health Day and it will be a safe space for people to talk about their mental wellbeing.

There will be refreshments and taster sessions in mindfulness, tai chi and boxing.

The mental health marketplace will be hosted by the University of Chester in its site at Time Square.

It is taking place on Thursday between 12pm and 4pm.