All Aboard with Darren! How Support Helps Him Explore His Passion for Trains

At Midland Mencap, we love celebrating the interests and achievements of the people we support and Darren’s story is a brilliant example of how our Worcestershire Day Opportunities help people live life to the fullest.

Darren has been supported by Nick, one of our dedicated support workers, for several years. Together, they share a weekly adventure that combines independence, friendship, and one of Darren’s biggest passions — trains!

What started as short journeys to Birmingham Snow Hill has grown into regular rail adventures to places like Gloucester, Bristol, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Evesham, Malvern, and Herefordshire. Darren and Nick often enjoy lunch at a local Wetherspoons and make time for a bit of trainspotting before heading home.

“I like going to see all the shops in the town and walking around the station looking at the trains. Nick helps me buy my ticket and supports me with paying.” says Darren proudly.

For Darren, these journeys aren’t just about travel. They’re about confidence, connection, and doing what he loves most.

His next destination?

 “I’d like to go to Evesham next,” he says with a smile.

Stories like Darren’s show how our Worcestershire Day Opportunities team supports people to live independently, explore their communities, and build meaningful experiences every day.

If you’d like to learn more about our Worcestershire Day Opportunities Service and how we can support you or someone you know email: worcesterenquiries@midlandmencap.org.uk or call 07591 596 263