Ben The Automotive Charity
@benauto.bsky.social
Ben is the charity dedicated to supporting the people of the automotive industry.
If you work, or have worked in the automotive industry, we’re here for you.
Call our free and confidential helpline on 08081 311 333, or chat with us online via ben.org.uk
If you work, or have worked in the automotive industry, we’re here for you.
Call our free and confidential helpline on 08081 311 333, or chat with us online via ben.org.uk
For over 120 years, Ben has helped automotive people through life’s toughest challenges - but we can’t do it alone.
Partner with us to strengthen employee wellbeing, build resilience, and create workplaces where people thrive.
Find out more here: https://www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus/
Partner with us to strengthen employee wellbeing, build resilience, and create workplaces where people thrive.
Find out more here: https://www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus/
November 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
For over 120 years, Ben has helped automotive people through life’s toughest challenges - but we can’t do it alone.
Partner with us to strengthen employee wellbeing, build resilience, and create workplaces where people thrive.
Find out more here: https://www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus/
Partner with us to strengthen employee wellbeing, build resilience, and create workplaces where people thrive.
Find out more here: https://www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus/
Is it Christmas yet? No quite. But are we getting ready for it? Yes! Something special is coming…
Watch this space, we’re looking forward to this one 👀🎄
Watch this space, we’re looking forward to this one 👀🎄
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Is it Christmas yet? No quite. But are we getting ready for it? Yes! Something special is coming…
Watch this space, we’re looking forward to this one 👀🎄
Watch this space, we’re looking forward to this one 👀🎄
On Friday 12th December (or any day that month), gather your colleagues, pull on your festive knits and raise vital funds to support automotive people when life gets tough.
👉 Sign up your workplace today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
#ChristmasJumperDay #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
👉 Sign up your workplace today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
#ChristmasJumperDay #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
November 20, 2025 at 3:46 PM
On Friday 12th December (or any day that month), gather your colleagues, pull on your festive knits and raise vital funds to support automotive people when life gets tough.
👉 Sign up your workplace today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
#ChristmasJumperDay #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
👉 Sign up your workplace today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
#ChristmasJumperDay #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
‘Men’s Health Awareness Training’ provides employees with a better understanding of men’s physical, emotional, social and psychological wellbeing - and equips them with practical tools to support their health and resilience at work and beyond.
👉 Find out more and book here: https://bit.ly/42NJFVw
👉 Find out more and book here: https://bit.ly/42NJFVw
November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
‘Men’s Health Awareness Training’ provides employees with a better understanding of men’s physical, emotional, social and psychological wellbeing - and equips them with practical tools to support their health and resilience at work and beyond.
👉 Find out more and book here: https://bit.ly/42NJFVw
👉 Find out more and book here: https://bit.ly/42NJFVw
Ben’s free monthly employer newsletter keeps you up to date with the latest insights, tools and resources to help you support your people
✔️ Expert articles and wellbeing advice
✔️ Resources designed for HR, wellbeing, and leadership teams
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
✔️ Expert articles and wellbeing advice
✔️ Resources designed for HR, wellbeing, and leadership teams
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
November 18, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Ben’s free monthly employer newsletter keeps you up to date with the latest insights, tools and resources to help you support your people
✔️ Expert articles and wellbeing advice
✔️ Resources designed for HR, wellbeing, and leadership teams
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
✔️ Expert articles and wellbeing advice
✔️ Resources designed for HR, wellbeing, and leadership teams
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
Inspired by the hit BBC series Race Across the World, Race Across Britain is back, and it’s the ultimate test of grit, teamwork and creativity. 🌍
Sign up now, and take on the adventure: https://www.ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/race-across-britain/
Sign up now, and take on the adventure: https://www.ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/race-across-britain/
November 17, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Inspired by the hit BBC series Race Across the World, Race Across Britain is back, and it’s the ultimate test of grit, teamwork and creativity. 🌍
Sign up now, and take on the adventure: https://www.ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/race-across-britain/
Sign up now, and take on the adventure: https://www.ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/race-across-britain/
“When I first contacted Ben, I was struggling with my mental health, anxiety, and confidence. I didn’t know where to turn, I just knew I needed help.”
📖 Read Cat’s full story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/cat-s-story/
#Support4Life #AutomotiveFamily
📖 Read Cat’s full story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/cat-s-story/
#Support4Life #AutomotiveFamily
November 16, 2025 at 5:45 PM
“When I first contacted Ben, I was struggling with my mental health, anxiety, and confidence. I didn’t know where to turn, I just knew I needed help.”
📖 Read Cat’s full story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/cat-s-story/
#Support4Life #AutomotiveFamily
📖 Read Cat’s full story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/cat-s-story/
#Support4Life #AutomotiveFamily
If you work, or have ever worked, in the automotive industry, you can access SilverCloud, Ben’s free online platform for health and wellbeing.
It’s free, flexible and available 24/7
👉 Sign up today using code ben: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#StressAwarenessWeek #Support4Life
It’s free, flexible and available 24/7
👉 Sign up today using code ben: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#StressAwarenessWeek #Support4Life
November 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
If you work, or have ever worked, in the automotive industry, you can access SilverCloud, Ben’s free online platform for health and wellbeing.
It’s free, flexible and available 24/7
👉 Sign up today using code ben: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#StressAwarenessWeek #Support4Life
It’s free, flexible and available 24/7
👉 Sign up today using code ben: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#StressAwarenessWeek #Support4Life
Ben’s Christmas Families support programme is back for the third year to support families with the additional costs associated with this time of year. If you're eligible, we can help with:
✔️ Food costs
✔️ Presents under the tree
✔️ Financial difficulties
Dead to www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
✔️ Food costs
✔️ Presents under the tree
✔️ Financial difficulties
Dead to www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ben’s Christmas Families support programme is back for the third year to support families with the additional costs associated with this time of year. If you're eligible, we can help with:
✔️ Food costs
✔️ Presents under the tree
✔️ Financial difficulties
Dead to www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
✔️ Food costs
✔️ Presents under the tree
✔️ Financial difficulties
Dead to www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
Just 4 weeks to go until Ben Ball 2025.
The countdown is on and this is your last chance to secure a place at the automotive industry’s most prestigious night of the year.
👉 Book your place today: https://ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
The countdown is on and this is your last chance to secure a place at the automotive industry’s most prestigious night of the year.
👉 Book your place today: https://ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
November 12, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Just 4 weeks to go until Ben Ball 2025.
The countdown is on and this is your last chance to secure a place at the automotive industry’s most prestigious night of the year.
👉 Book your place today: https://ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
The countdown is on and this is your last chance to secure a place at the automotive industry’s most prestigious night of the year.
👉 Book your place today: https://ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
Today we’re celebrating MHFA England’s first-ever national #MHFAider Day 2025 - a day honouring all the extraordinary people stepping up and supporting mental health every day.
Book your MHFA training with Ben today: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/?topic=3800&topic=3917
Book your MHFA training with Ben today: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/?topic=3800&topic=3917
November 12, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Today we’re celebrating MHFA England’s first-ever national #MHFAider Day 2025 - a day honouring all the extraordinary people stepping up and supporting mental health every day.
Book your MHFA training with Ben today: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/?topic=3800&topic=3917
Book your MHFA training with Ben today: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/?topic=3800&topic=3917
At Ben, we honour the strength of those that served. May we continue to build a world worthy of their legacy - one rooted in peace, kindness and care for one another.
Lest we forget.
For anyone in our industry who is struggling today, or any other day, we’re here for you: ben.org.uk/gethelp.
Lest we forget.
For anyone in our industry who is struggling today, or any other day, we’re here for you: ben.org.uk/gethelp.
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
At Ben, we honour the strength of those that served. May we continue to build a world worthy of their legacy - one rooted in peace, kindness and care for one another.
Lest we forget.
For anyone in our industry who is struggling today, or any other day, we’re here for you: ben.org.uk/gethelp.
Lest we forget.
For anyone in our industry who is struggling today, or any other day, we’re here for you: ben.org.uk/gethelp.
We’re heading to Automotive Management Live!
Join us on Wednesday 12th November at the Birmingham NEC as we connect with automotive leaders, businesses and professionals from across the industry.
👉 Register your interest: automotivemanagementlive.co.uk/register-interest
Join us on Wednesday 12th November at the Birmingham NEC as we connect with automotive leaders, businesses and professionals from across the industry.
👉 Register your interest: automotivemanagementlive.co.uk/register-interest
November 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
We’re heading to Automotive Management Live!
Join us on Wednesday 12th November at the Birmingham NEC as we connect with automotive leaders, businesses and professionals from across the industry.
👉 Register your interest: automotivemanagementlive.co.uk/register-interest
Join us on Wednesday 12th November at the Birmingham NEC as we connect with automotive leaders, businesses and professionals from across the industry.
👉 Register your interest: automotivemanagementlive.co.uk/register-interest
BenTraining provides your business with the skills to support your employees through difficult times
➡️ Happier, healthier workforce
➡️ Reduced absenteeism, improved retention
➡️ Teams that feel supported and loyal
Explore our courses today https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/ben-training/
➡️ Happier, healthier workforce
➡️ Reduced absenteeism, improved retention
➡️ Teams that feel supported and loyal
Explore our courses today https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/ben-training/
November 10, 2025 at 4:07 PM
BenTraining provides your business with the skills to support your employees through difficult times
➡️ Happier, healthier workforce
➡️ Reduced absenteeism, improved retention
➡️ Teams that feel supported and loyal
Explore our courses today https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/ben-training/
➡️ Happier, healthier workforce
➡️ Reduced absenteeism, improved retention
➡️ Teams that feel supported and loyal
Explore our courses today https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/ben-training/
Across the automotive industry - in workshops, showrooms and offices - we pause today to remember those who gave their lives in service.
Their strength and sacrifice remind us of the power of unity and community.
We will remember them. 🌹
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
Their strength and sacrifice remind us of the power of unity and community.
We will remember them. 🌹
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
November 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Across the automotive industry - in workshops, showrooms and offices - we pause today to remember those who gave their lives in service.
Their strength and sacrifice remind us of the power of unity and community.
We will remember them. 🌹
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
Their strength and sacrifice remind us of the power of unity and community.
We will remember them. 🌹
#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget
The adventure is calling…
Inspired by the hit BBC TV series ‘Race across the world’.
💷 Entry: £250 per person (£500 per team)
🎯 Fundraising target: £2,000 per team
📅 Race dates: 23–25 February 2026
Are you ready to join us on the start line 👉 www.ben.org.uk/raceacrossbritain
Inspired by the hit BBC TV series ‘Race across the world’.
💷 Entry: £250 per person (£500 per team)
🎯 Fundraising target: £2,000 per team
📅 Race dates: 23–25 February 2026
Are you ready to join us on the start line 👉 www.ben.org.uk/raceacrossbritain
November 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
The adventure is calling…
Inspired by the hit BBC TV series ‘Race across the world’.
💷 Entry: £250 per person (£500 per team)
🎯 Fundraising target: £2,000 per team
📅 Race dates: 23–25 February 2026
Are you ready to join us on the start line 👉 www.ben.org.uk/raceacrossbritain
Inspired by the hit BBC TV series ‘Race across the world’.
💷 Entry: £250 per person (£500 per team)
🎯 Fundraising target: £2,000 per team
📅 Race dates: 23–25 February 2026
Are you ready to join us on the start line 👉 www.ben.org.uk/raceacrossbritain
Ben Ball 2025
📅 With 6 weeks to go, limited seats remain.
🎟️ Individual tickets start from £399
👉 Book your place today > https://www.ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
📅 With 6 weeks to go, limited seats remain.
🎟️ Individual tickets start from £399
👉 Book your place today > https://www.ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
November 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Ben Ball 2025
📅 With 6 weeks to go, limited seats remain.
🎟️ Individual tickets start from £399
👉 Book your place today > https://www.ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
📅 With 6 weeks to go, limited seats remain.
🎟️ Individual tickets start from £399
👉 Book your place today > https://www.ben.org.uk/benball/
#BenBall2025 #DoIt4Ben #AutomotiveFamily #Fundraising
When everything feels ‘too much’ - it’s okay to pause.
Between the constant news cycle, everyday pressures, and work demands, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. 🧠
🧠 Explore our tips: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
#StressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth
Between the constant news cycle, everyday pressures, and work demands, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. 🧠
🧠 Explore our tips: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
#StressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth
November 5, 2025 at 9:25 PM
When everything feels ‘too much’ - it’s okay to pause.
Between the constant news cycle, everyday pressures, and work demands, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. 🧠
🧠 Explore our tips: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
#StressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth
Between the constant news cycle, everyday pressures, and work demands, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. 🧠
🧠 Explore our tips: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
#StressAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth
It’s time to get festive for a good cause!
Here’s how you can get involved:
🎄 Join Ben’s Christmas Jumper Day: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/ben-s-christmas-jumper-day/
💌 Send Ben Christmas cards: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/ways-to-donate-to-ben/christmas-cards/
Here’s how you can get involved:
🎄 Join Ben’s Christmas Jumper Day: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/ben-s-christmas-jumper-day/
💌 Send Ben Christmas cards: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/ways-to-donate-to-ben/christmas-cards/
November 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
It’s time to get festive for a good cause!
Here’s how you can get involved:
🎄 Join Ben’s Christmas Jumper Day: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/ben-s-christmas-jumper-day/
💌 Send Ben Christmas cards: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/ways-to-donate-to-ben/christmas-cards/
Here’s how you can get involved:
🎄 Join Ben’s Christmas Jumper Day: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/ben-s-christmas-jumper-day/
💌 Send Ben Christmas cards: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/ways-to-donate-to-ben/christmas-cards/
This Stress Awareness Week, take a moment to check in with yourself.
Small steps like talking, resting, or asking for help can make a big difference.
You can also take our quick Stress MOT Test to see how you’re really doing. https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/take-the-stress-mot-test/
Small steps like talking, resting, or asking for help can make a big difference.
You can also take our quick Stress MOT Test to see how you’re really doing. https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/take-the-stress-mot-test/
November 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM
This Stress Awareness Week, take a moment to check in with yourself.
Small steps like talking, resting, or asking for help can make a big difference.
You can also take our quick Stress MOT Test to see how you’re really doing. https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/take-the-stress-mot-test/
Small steps like talking, resting, or asking for help can make a big difference.
You can also take our quick Stress MOT Test to see how you’re really doing. https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/take-the-stress-mot-test/
Feeling stuck or lacking confidence?
Through free, confidential one-to-one coaching, we’ll help you:
✅ Build confidence and self-esteem
✅ Explore your goals and find direction
✅ Stay motivated at work and beyond
👉 Find out more and sign up: www.ben.org.uk/coaching
Through free, confidential one-to-one coaching, we’ll help you:
✅ Build confidence and self-esteem
✅ Explore your goals and find direction
✅ Stay motivated at work and beyond
👉 Find out more and sign up: www.ben.org.uk/coaching
November 2, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Feeling stuck or lacking confidence?
Through free, confidential one-to-one coaching, we’ll help you:
✅ Build confidence and self-esteem
✅ Explore your goals and find direction
✅ Stay motivated at work and beyond
👉 Find out more and sign up: www.ben.org.uk/coaching
Through free, confidential one-to-one coaching, we’ll help you:
✅ Build confidence and self-esteem
✅ Explore your goals and find direction
✅ Stay motivated at work and beyond
👉 Find out more and sign up: www.ben.org.uk/coaching
This November, let’s talk about men's health.
According to our latest survey, the biggest health issues affecting men in the automotive industry are:
📊 57% experience stress
😴 53% struggle with poor sleep
💭 44% affected by anxiety
👉 Find out more: www.ben.org.uk/menshealth
According to our latest survey, the biggest health issues affecting men in the automotive industry are:
📊 57% experience stress
😴 53% struggle with poor sleep
💭 44% affected by anxiety
👉 Find out more: www.ben.org.uk/menshealth
November 1, 2025 at 1:20 PM
This November, let’s talk about men's health.
According to our latest survey, the biggest health issues affecting men in the automotive industry are:
📊 57% experience stress
😴 53% struggle with poor sleep
💭 44% affected by anxiety
👉 Find out more: www.ben.org.uk/menshealth
According to our latest survey, the biggest health issues affecting men in the automotive industry are:
📊 57% experience stress
😴 53% struggle with poor sleep
💭 44% affected by anxiety
👉 Find out more: www.ben.org.uk/menshealth
🎃👻 This Halloween, we’re asking…
What’s the scariest phrase you hear at work?
Here are a few that give us chills:
😱 “Can I just pick your brain…”
😱 “Let’s circle back.”
😱 “We need this by EOD.”
😱 “It’ll only take five minutes.”
Now it’s over to you - what’s yours? Drop it in the comments!
What’s the scariest phrase you hear at work?
Here are a few that give us chills:
😱 “Can I just pick your brain…”
😱 “Let’s circle back.”
😱 “We need this by EOD.”
😱 “It’ll only take five minutes.”
Now it’s over to you - what’s yours? Drop it in the comments!
October 31, 2025 at 4:04 PM
🎃👻 This Halloween, we’re asking…
What’s the scariest phrase you hear at work?
Here are a few that give us chills:
😱 “Can I just pick your brain…”
😱 “Let’s circle back.”
😱 “We need this by EOD.”
😱 “It’ll only take five minutes.”
Now it’s over to you - what’s yours? Drop it in the comments!
What’s the scariest phrase you hear at work?
Here are a few that give us chills:
😱 “Can I just pick your brain…”
😱 “Let’s circle back.”
😱 “We need this by EOD.”
😱 “It’ll only take five minutes.”
Now it’s over to you - what’s yours? Drop it in the comments!
💪 Ready for your next challenge?
From organised events to creating your own fundraiser, there’s something for everyone. Every mile run, every pound raised, every challenge, helps ensure automotive people have somewhere to turn when life gets tough.
👉 Get involved today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
From organised events to creating your own fundraiser, there’s something for everyone. Every mile run, every pound raised, every challenge, helps ensure automotive people have somewhere to turn when life gets tough.
👉 Get involved today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
October 29, 2025 at 7:35 PM
💪 Ready for your next challenge?
From organised events to creating your own fundraiser, there’s something for everyone. Every mile run, every pound raised, every challenge, helps ensure automotive people have somewhere to turn when life gets tough.
👉 Get involved today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
From organised events to creating your own fundraiser, there’s something for everyone. Every mile run, every pound raised, every challenge, helps ensure automotive people have somewhere to turn when life gets tough.
👉 Get involved today: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
Would you like to learn more about supporting the health and wellbeing of your employees?
Sign up for Ben’s monthly employer newsletter. It’s free, practical, and designed to help you support your people.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
Sign up for Ben’s monthly employer newsletter. It’s free, practical, and designed to help you support your people.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
October 28, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Would you like to learn more about supporting the health and wellbeing of your employees?
Sign up for Ben’s monthly employer newsletter. It’s free, practical, and designed to help you support your people.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
Sign up for Ben’s monthly employer newsletter. It’s free, practical, and designed to help you support your people.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup