They are the winners of our Everyday Hero Award in the Warrington Guardian Inspiration Awards 2026.
The 11th annual Warrington Guardian Inspiration Awards took place at The Village Hotel on Thursday, April 23.
The glittering event was hosted by Radio Merseyside presenter Leanne Campbell, and Sky Underwood performed.
Special honours were given to charity champions and talented teachers, as well as heroes in the community, sporting stars, and fabulous fundraisers.
All of the night’s winners feature in a special 16-page supplement in this week’s edition of the Warrington Guardian.
Click here to see all our Inspiration Awards winners.
This award was sponsored by The Park Royal Hotel (Image: Dave Gillespie)
Nathan and Ian launched More Than Men in the summer of 2023, wanting to provide a safe space for men to talk about their mental health.
“They consistently put others first, creating a safe, welcoming space where men can talk openly, feel understood, and know they’re not alone,” the nomination reads.
“At a time when men’s mental health is often hidden or stigmatised, More Than Men steps forward with compassion, honesty, and genuine care.”
Nathan and Ian have provided a safe space for men to open up (Image: Dave Gillespie)
The group supports men by checking in on people, building trust, and creating a community.
“They’ve helped break down barriers, encourage men to speak up, and show that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness,” the nomination continues.
More Than Men is now expanding their support to young people too, recognising how important early mental health intervention is.
Nathan and Ian want to support the next generation before struggles become a crisis.
“Whether it’s through meet‑ups, messages, or simply being there when someone needs them, More Than Men makes a real difference every single day,” the nomination says.
They want to support the next generation (Image: Dave Gillespie)
“Their work is heartfelt, consistent, and life‑changing.
“They are the definition of everyday heroes.”
Speaking after their award win, Nathan and Ian said: “This really isn’t for us, it’s for all the lads who use our services – they inspire each other on a daily basis.
“It takes a lot of courage to admit you’ve got mental health issues, and the hardest thing to do is to speak about your struggles and open up.”