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Fundraising hero Penny raises money to help Basingstoke services
We want to say a BIG thank you to fundraising superstar Penny, aged 8, who held a toy sale after school with funds going to Julian House....
Julian House
Jul 111 min read


The Bath Beast returns for the third epic cycling challenge.
The Bath Beast returned triumphantly for its 3rd year on Sunday 6th July, starting from its new home at Walcot Rugby Club Bath.
This epic cycling event challenged the most dedicated of riders with 45-mile and 75-mile distances across the undulating hills around Bath, with money raised for Julian House.
Julian House
Jul 71 min read


Bath MP Wera Hobhouse visits Manvers Street
Last week, Bath MP Wera Hobhouse visited our off-the-streets hostel for people sleeping rough. Wera met with the staff to discuss the...
Julian House
Jul 32 min read


B&Q Foundation and Bath Building Society joined forces to transform our property
Thanks to a generous grant from the B&Q Foundation, and the time, energy, and elbow grease of the Bath Building Society team, these rooms have been completely transformed.
Julian House
Jun 202 min read


Repealing the Vagrancy Act
The Vagrancy Act is finally set to be scrapped in 2026 after making rough sleeping a criminal offence for more than 200 years.
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Jun 181 min read


Couch to 5k to half marathon for charity
Yasmin Freeman wasn’t a runner until her sister talked her into a Couch to 5k challenge, which went thousands of steps further than she...
Julian House
Jun 171 min read


Meet Paulina: Volunteering in the fundraising team
I got firstly involved on a school project, a fund-raising event for Julian House.
Julian House
Jun 122 min read


How we are getting involved to Break the Cycle.
Along with Homeless Link, we are calling for a fundamental shift in the homelessness funding model to Break the Cycle of rising homelessness. This includes: a switch from expensive short-term crisis measures to investment in long-term solutions and prevention.
Julian House
Jun 91 min read


Using theatre to spotlight the lives of those on the fringes of society
A new and original musical theatre production debuts with two performances at Exeter Phoenix in June. Julian House was used to ensure the story’s themes were presented accurately and sensitively,
Julian House
Jun 91 min read


Meet Rob: Running from Kingswood to Kyiv (virtually!) to support life-changing resettlement work.
Rob Thurbon, a Refugee Support Worker at Julian House will be running the equivalent distance from Kingswood, Bristol to Kyiv over the course of the year to raise money and awareness for the charities refugee resettlement work in South Gloucestershire.
Julian House
Jun 41 min read


Mario Kart challenge at Bath Spa Uni for Julian House
A group of students from Bath Spa university threw a Mario Kart challenge fundraising match for Julian House.
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May 291 min read


Students sleeping out for Julian House
On a chilly evening in April a group of students from the Raise and Give society at Bath Spa spent a night under the stars to raise money...
Julian House
May 291 min read


Why is true scale of women’s homelessness unknown?
For women, homelessness is often shaped by fear. Sleeping on the streets can feel unsafe, so many hide in public places, cars, or remain in dangerous relationships just to survive.
Julian House
May 272 min read


What is hidden homelessness?
Rough sleeping is the most visible side of homelessness that we can see, but the majority of homelessness remains hidden out of the public eye.
Hidden homelessness refers to people who may be considered homeless but whose housing situation is not ‘visible’ on the streets or in official statistics
Julian House
May 222 min read


Meet Jim: providing outreach for rough sleepers in Exeter.
Six mornings a week, armed with flasks of hot drinks and snacks to offer people, our outreach team completes a lap of the city to check...
Julian House
May 211 min read


28 Wild Swims in 300 Days for Julian House
Fundraising and Events Coordinator, Rachel Avent, is taking on a wild challenge for our 300 challenge by doing 28 Wild Swims across Bath, Somerset, Wiltshire and Bristol (with a few in Wales).
'In the next 300 days I will visit 28 Wild Swimming locations, set out in "Wild Swimming Walks" by Georgie Duckworth.
Julian House
May 141 min read


University of Bristol vs University of Bath in a fun footy fundraiser
THE BIG MATCH 2025: University of Bristol vs University of Bath Staff teams from the University of Bristol and University of Bath went...
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May 141 min read


New service: Providing a Haven for women at risk of rough sleeping in Dorset
In June, Julian House will begin operating at 'The Haven', a new housing scheme in Weymouth with 24/7 onsite support services for six female ex-rough sleepers.
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May 81 min read


Battens Solicitors and Battens Charitable Trust return as proud sponsors of the Brain of Bath
Julian House is delighted to announce that Battens Solicitors and the Battens Charitable Trust are once again joining forces to sponsor The Brain of Bath, for the fourth consecutive year. Their continued support extends well beyond the event itself. By helping to cover core event costs, Battens and their Charitable Trust help ensure that more of the funds raised on the night go directly towards Julian House’s services. That means more support for vulnerable individuals - righ
Julian House
May 82 min read


What support is in place for rough sleepers in hot weather
Rising temperatures can pose a real threat to people rough sleeping or in unsuitable accommodation.
Julian House
May 13 min read
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