Weybridge Samaritans are holding a recruitment day on February 5 with full training given to those interested.

The group is looking for people over 18 who are willing to listen without passing judgement or offering advice.

Nadia Danhash a volunteer at Weybridge said: “Being a Samaritans volunteer is a big commitment and an incredibly rewarding experience.”

The recruitment day will begin at 10am with an information morning and a chance to ask questions. This will be followed by a selection event of group exercises from 1pm.

The recruitment day will take place at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Coldharbour Road, Pyrford, GU22 8SP.

There are over 18,000 volunteers UK wide and 100 in Weybridge. If you would like to be one of them please call 07948 448 966 or email weybridge@samaritans.org.