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Oxford Big Sleepout 2016

Sleep out – speak out – stand out

Give up your bed for one night on Friday 28th October

This new event is organised in partnership with Aspire Oxford, Oxford Homeless Pathways and Connections Floating Support.

All funds raised will be split between these charities and will go directly towards helping local people affected by homelessness.

The Oxford Big Sleepout will give you a unique insight into the realities of homelessness. While this event will be held in a safe environment for one night only, hundreds of local people have nowhere safe to go – this is their reality, night after night.

About the Oxford Big Sleepout

The Sleepout will be on Friday 28th October at Hill End Outdoor Centre, starting at 7pm and running through until 7am the following morning.

During the evening we’ll have live music, speakers and a cardboard shelter competition where you can create your own shelter for the night.

At 10pm we’ll ask you to find somewhere to bed down for the night armed with just warm clothing, your sleeping bag and your cardboard shelter. We’ll then have hot drinks available in the morning and you’ll be able to leave by 7am.

Why you should take part

Oxford is facing a homelessness crisis. The number of people sleeping rough is increasing by 50% year on year. On top of this, the vital work of the leading homeless charities in Oxford is under intense pressure. Cuts of up to 65% could see charities forced to cut services, leading to more local people vulnerable to homelessness or insecure housing.

We believe that now is the time to act. By signing up for the Oxford Big Sleepout you will be helping the most vulnerable people in Oxford to access secure housing, work experience, education and employment.

Ready to sign up?

Registration costs just £10 to help cover the event costs.

We are asking people to raise at least £100 in sponsorship to help local people put homelessness behind them for good. There are also a limited number of tickets available for the evening only.

For more information please see the event website.