Chart-topping Scottish singer Callum Beattie adds his voice for Mikeysline with Highland gig
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Scottish musical sensation Callum Beattie has lent his support to a Highland mental health charity which aims to reduce the stigma around mental health and suicide prevention.
Callum, whose latest album Vandals topped the official Scottish Album Chart in March, will perform at Mikeysline’s Royal Ascot Ladies Day at Inverness’ Kingsmills Hotel on June 22.
He said: “I work in an industry where mental health is discussed, but action is rarely taken. The creative industries are full of mental health issues, as so many of us suffer from conditions like ADHD and the knock-on effect from these things can be colossal.
“I’m passionate about getting to the root cause of why people suffer from mental health problems. It’s not about sticking a band aid over an open heart surgery – it’s about getting to the cause and trying to fix it.
“Everyone should support charities like Mikeysline.
"Our mental health is all we have – the ability to have clear and positive thoughts is the foundation of everything we do.”
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A limited number of individual tickets for the event (£90) and tables of 10 (£900) are still available by emailing katiemelville@mikeysline.co.uk – and are expected to sell out in the coming weeks.
As well as Callum Beattie’s showstopping performance and a big-screen broadcast of Royal Ascot races throughout the day, guests can enjoy a Pimms drinks reception, delicious three-course lunch, afternoon tea, live and silent auctions, and other attractions.
Prizes will also be offered for best dressed and most spectacular hat – encouraging all who attend to get into the spirit of the day.
All funds raised throughout the event will go towards supporting Mikeysline’s grassroots provision of mental health services in the Highlands and Moray, ensuring people in emotional distress have access to the assistance and support they need.
Organiser Katie Melville, fundraising manager at Mikeysline, said: “We are thrilled to have Callum Beattie performing at our Royal Ascot Ladies Day in June. As a passionate advocate for mental health, we can’t think of anyone better to entertain us throughout the race day festivities.
“It’s a sad fact that the Highlands have a higher suicide rate than almost anywhere else in the country. Our mission at Mikeysline is to remind people that it’s ok not to be ok, and that help is always available for anyone that needs it.
“We are grateful to all the businesses and individuals that support us in our efforts, at this event and through other fundraising activities throughout the year.
“Whether people prefer to communicate by message or face-to-face, individually or in groups, we are committed to providing support to those who need it in communities across the Highlands and Moray. By sharing the burden, together we can work towards a brighter future.”
Mikeysline’s Royal Ascot Ladies Day is supported by businesses and individuals from across the region, including main sponsor Caley Timber & Building Supplies Ltd.
Donald Morrison, managing director of Caley Timber & Building Supplies Ltd, added: "We are very happy to support Mikeysline, a charity who are much-needed in filling a gap in services for people across the Highlands. They are doing fantastic work, and with our sponsorship of their Royal Ascot Ladies Day at the Kingsmills in June, we hope that the funds raised will see them expand their services across the Highlands and Islands.”
Since 2015, Mikeysline has offered confidential, non-judgemental support to people of all ages dealing with mental health issues, emotional distress or thoughts of suicide in the Highlands and Moray. It does this via a text line service at 07786 207755; WhatsApp at 01463 729000 and via its website; and live chat, Twitter and Messenger via its website.
The charity also produces a popular podcast, Speaking of Suicide; works closely with teachers and pupils in schools across the north of Scotland; and offers face-to-face support in four Hives across the region – at its Inverness headquarters, Tesco in Tain, The Place in Alness, and the Highland Yoga Collective in Nairn. Here, service users can engage in one-to-one support or join in group sessions.
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