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  • First virtual Sleep Out helps launch new services

    First virtual Sleep Out helps launch new services

    28 October: Glass Door held its first ever Virtual Sleep Out on the wettest day in recorded history. Funds raised will help launch new Covid-safe services. Read more

  • The Sleep Out (or in) 2020 Lineup

    The Sleep Out (or in) 2020 Lineup

    Special guests to take part in virtual programme live-streamed throughout the night of the 2020 Sleep Out. Read more

  • Jim Carter backs Sleep Out (or in) 2020

    Jim Carter backs Sleep Out (or in) 2020

    27 July 2020: The actor best known for playing Mr Carson in Downton Abbey is supporting Glass Door's Sleep Out (or in) this year. Read more

  • Chelsea Football Stadium hosts Sleep Out

    Chelsea Football Stadium hosts Sleep Out

    16 November 2019: Chelsea FC fans (and an ex-player) raise funds to support those affected by homelessness Read more

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First virtual Sleep Out helps launch new services

First virtual Sleep Out helps launch new services

28 October: Glass Door held its first ever Virtual Sleep Out on the wettest day in recorded history. Funds raised will help launch new Covid-safe services. Read more

Published: 27th October, 2020

Updated: 28th October, 2020

Author: Team Glass Door

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The Sleep Out (or in) 2020 Lineup

The Sleep Out (or in) 2020 Lineup

Special guests to take part in virtual programme live-streamed throughout the night of the 2020 Sleep Out. Read more

Published: 28th August, 2020

Updated: 4th October, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

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Jim Carter backs Sleep Out (or in) 2020

Jim Carter backs Sleep Out (or in) 2020

27 July 2020: The actor best known for playing Mr Carson in Downton Abbey is supporting Glass Door's Sleep Out (or in) this year. Read more

Published: 24th July, 2020

Updated: 4th September, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

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Chelsea Football Stadium hosts Sleep Out

Chelsea Football Stadium hosts Sleep Out

16 November 2019: Chelsea FC fans (and an ex-player) raise funds to support those affected by homelessness Read more

Published: 17th November, 2019

Updated: 20th November, 2019

Author: Team Glass Door

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Sleep Out 2019 smashes target

Sleep Out 2019 smashes target

31 October: In record time, participants and supporters of Sleep Out 2019 have raised more than £200,000. Read more

Published: 31st October, 2019

Updated: 1st September, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

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Sleep Out 2019

Sleep Out 2019

More than 320 individuals slept outside at Duke of York Square to help keep community-based homeless shelters open to all. Read more

Published: 10th October, 2019

Updated: 31st October, 2019

Author: Team Glass Door

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My transformational night on the pavement

My transformational night on the pavement

Sleep Out participant Anna Stamenova writes how feelings of elation turned to despair, eventually giving way to a feeling of purpose. Read more

Published: 20th November, 2018

Updated: 11th February, 2020

Author: Caroline Hillam

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Sleep Out success

Sleep Out success

More than 350 participants slept outside at the Duke of York Square to raise funds and awareness for homelessness. Read more

Published: 9th October, 2018

Updated: 29th May, 2019

Author: Caroline Hillam

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Our own private Sleep Out

Our own private Sleep Out

Jodi Gothold reports on the night she and four of her friends and colleagues spent the night sleeping outside on one of the coldest nights of the year. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2017

Updated: 11th February, 2020

Author: Team Glass Door

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Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

We did it! Thanks to everyone involved, more people will find shelter this winter. Read more

Published: 10th October, 2017

Updated: 20th June, 2018

Author: Team Glass Door

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Sleep Out 2017 Slideshow

Slideshow featuring participants from Glass Door's Sleep Out in the Square 2017. Read more

Published: 9th October, 2017

Author: Team Glass Door

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My night on the pavement

My night on the pavement

Writer Penelope Bennett reflects on her experience at the annual Glass Door Sleep Out. Read more

Published: 2nd October, 2017

Updated: 11th February, 2020

Author: Team Glass Door

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Hundreds join Sleep Out 2016

Hundreds join Sleep Out 2016

More than 300 slept on the pavement and raised over £150,000 in Sleep Out 2016. Read more

Published: 13th October, 2016

Updated: 8th November, 2017

Author: Sarah Scully

Location: Duke of York Square, London, SW3

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Last Friday Night- A poem

Last Friday Night- A poem

Sleep Out participant Margaret Sawyer reflects on her night on the pavement. Read more

Published: 25th November, 2015

Updated: 11th February, 2020

Author: Team Glass Door

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Sleep Out 2015 Film

Short video features participants of the 2015 Sleep Out. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2015

Updated: 27th June, 2018

Author: Team Glass Door

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    Campaign aims to increase vaccine uptake

    Glass Door is running a campaign to increase vaccine uptake among people experiencing homelessness and those that support them. Get involved.

  • Stephen Manning's fundraising page

    Stephen Manning's fundraising page

    On 11 April 2021 I will be running the Royal Parks Half-Marathon to help individuals in our community find shelter and support when they need it most.

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    Glass Door presents Views from the Frontline

    Webinar features front-line staff sharing insights on how Glass Door is supporting guests through Covid-19 and beyond.

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    About us

    Guests find shelter in winter and year-round support to move beyond homelessness.

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    Things we need

    Here are some things that Glass Door and our partner organisations need.

  • Daytime support

    Daytime support

    Where to find support if you are affected by homelessness during they daytime. Find advice, meals and more.

  • How Glass Door can help

    How Glass Door can help

    If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, here's an overview of services and how to access them.

  • Richmond shelters open

    Richmond shelters open

    First shelters in Richmond launched.

  • Our partner venues

    Our partner venues

    Venues, mainly churches of a different denominations, partner with Glass Door to host night shelters and and our day-time support services.

  • If we can't offer a space in the shelters today

    If we can't offer a space in the shelters today

    Places in our emergency night shelter are limited. What do you do while waiting for a place to open up?

  • The problem

    The problem

    Central London has some of the biggest statistical differences between the richest and poorest residents. Unfortunately, demand for our services shows no signs of abating.

  • Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

    Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

    We did it! Thanks to everyone involved, more people will find shelter this winter.

  • Our impact

    Our night shelters save lives, and our support programmes change lives.

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