The Big Skipton Sleep Out attracts 100 sign-ups with one month remaining
- More than 100 participants have already signed up for The Big Skipton Sleep Out.
- The event aims to raise awareness of hidden homelessness in Guernsey.
- Scheduled for 23 January 2026, participants will spend the night outdoors at KGV Memorial Fields.
- Proceeds support Caritas Guernsey's modular housing initiative.
- Registration is open to anyone aged 16 and over, with funds raised aimed at facilitating a pathway to independence for the homeless.
With just over one month remaining until The Big Skipton Sleep Out, over 100 participants have signed up for the event dedicated to combating hidden homelessness.
Scheduled for Friday 23 January, at the KGV Memorial Fields, the overnight challenge encourages residents of Guernsey to replace their beds with sleeping bags in solidarity with those facing housing insecurity.
This initiative backs Caritas Guernsey's Community Project, aimed at providing safe housing and pathways to independence for individuals experiencing homelessness or social exclusion.
The inaugural event held last year saw 150 participants raise more than £40,000.
Graham Merfield, Chair of Caritas Guernsey, remarked, “The response so far has been brilliant. Every person who signs up brings us one step closer to creating a supportive, dignified environment for people who need it most. Last year’s funds made a real impact, and with the continued support of islanders, we can turn our vision into reality.”
The event is open to individuals aged 16 and older, though those aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The experience is designed to give participants a brief but significant insight into the nightly challenges faced by many who do not have a secure place to stay.
To register and for further details on the event, participants can visit the official website at www.skiptoninternational.com/sleepout.
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