Leeds bar and restaurant Cosy Club offers 'free teas for those in need'

Free Teas For Those In Need will be taking place at 10-11am each Wednesday in the restaurant, located on Albion Street just next to Trinity Leeds.

Cosy Club has launched the partnership with charity Independent Age.

Amber Wood, managing director of Cosy Club, said: “Loneliness isn’t an issue that affects just one group of people in our society, it can affect everyone of all ages and abilities across the country, with sometimes devastating impact. We are looking forward to partnering with Independent Age to try and make a difference to those who need it most.

“There is no catch to Free Teas For Those In Need, we just believe that it’s a nice thing to do in our community, and hope that everyone passes this on to someone they know or family members who may benefit from meeting new people, and a good cup of tea of course!”

Latest figures reveal more than nine million people in the UK - almost a fifth of the population - often feel lonely and 1.9 million older people often feel ignored or invisible. Free Teas For Those In Need encourages local communities to pop in and enjoy a free cup of tea while connecting and chatting with new people.