Self-harm charity Battle Scars finds first premises in Leeds with help from Blacks Solicitors

Battle Scars has taken a new lease for its 7,500 sq ft headquarters in Leeds, enabling the charity to acquire its first ever premises and also create opportunities for other mental health charities and not-for-profits in the city to thrive.

Under the newly secured lease at White Rose Park in the south of the city, Battle Scars has gained a pre-approved Licence to Occupy, empowering the charity to extend the range of the support it can offer to similar services, providing a new space for collaboration and collective action.

Jenny Groves, chief executive officer at Battle Scars, said: “We are so excited with the opportunity to create the Onward Mental Health Hub. Our dream is to create a welcoming, safe space with a strong lived experience element. We are so grateful to have received the expert guidance from Blacks Solicitors in this endeavour.”

Driven by a commitment to community wellbeing, Battle Scars sought a headquarters to serve as a hub for mental health support. The vision extended beyond its own organisation, aiming to create a welcoming space for other mental health charities to use.

It was Blacks Solicitors’ real estate team that assisted Battle Scars on the acquisition of the new lease. Headed-up by Nick Dyson, supported by Jennifer Gillespie, Senior Associate, and Samuel Morgan-Wynee, Paralegal, the team’s expertise in agreeing leases ensured a successful execution of the deal, highlighting the firm’s commitment to facilitating impactful community projects.

Mr Dyson, partner in the real estate team at Blacks Solicitors, said: “We are delighted to support a local mental health charity doing incredible work within the community, which is increasingly needed.

"The deal will not only help Battle Scars to widen its support, it will also create a space where other charities can collaborate and provide further services to communities in Leeds and beyond.”

Jonathan Shires from the landlord, Munroe K, added: “It’s a privilege to be able to support such a wonderful charity as Battle Scars and to help them achieve their dreams.

"It is a great asset to our wider White Rose Park community and we look forward to supporting its wonderful work for many years.”

Battle Scars aims to break down the stigma around self-harm, raise awareness, dispel myths and support those affected of gender, age and background.

However, it is just one of the charities represented by Blacks. Other charitable organisations the firm works with include Getaway Girls, Millenium Support Limited, People Matters, St George’s Crypt and RSPCA.

For further information about Battle Scars, visit: www.battle-scars-self-harm.org.uk.