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UK deaths of 1,611 homeless people is at a record high
These are the highest numbers since records began – and behind the shocking statistics are real people who died struggling to survive without the safety and dignity of their own home.
Julian House
Oct 8, 20251 min read


World Homeless Day 2025: A Time for Action, Awareness and Compassion
At Julian House, World Homeless Day on 10th October is more than just a date on the calendar; it's a powerful reminder of why we exist. ...
keirapark1
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Charity shops and the rise of sustainable fashion
Mixing compassion with sustainable fashion, charity shops have always been at the forefront of ecofriendly buying.
For sustainable fashion week we looked at the impact of second-hand shopping on Julian House’s shops.
Julian House
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Circuit of Bath returned for its 24th year!
The Circuit of Bath, now in its 24th year, has become a much-loved fixture on the calendar and saw friends, families and colleagues traversing 20 miles of Bath’s spectacular but challenging countryside.
Julian House
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Living off-grid with dignity: David's story
David, a New Traveller with complex health needs, struggled to access medical support due to feelings of poor self-worth; fears of being...
Julian House
Aug 27, 20251 min read


Finding safety in our refuges: Nayani's story
Nayani, 11, arrived at our refuge with her mother and younger siblings after fleeing emotional and physical abuse from her father and...
Julian House
Aug 27, 20251 min read


Taking the first step off the streets: Hamish's story
Hamish arrived at the hostel on a freezing December night, visibly weak, malnourished, and struggling with his mental health. Although...
Julian House
Aug 27, 20251 min read


Meet Sabrina: How experience in the army has shaped her approach to support veterans.
Supported housing worker Sabrina talks about her role at Julian House and how her personal experience in the army has shaped her...
Julian House
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Charity shop donation do's and don'ts
Thank you for supporting our shop! Your generous donations help us raise vital funds and make a real difference to local people who need our help.
To help us make the most of every item you give, please follow the guidelines below.
Julian House
Aug 13, 20251 min read


Meet Pixie: Breaking the cycle through supporting prison leavers
Pixie and her team works with people both before and after they leave prison, ensuring they have safe and secure housing and offer wraparound support to break the cycle of reoffending before it begins.
Pixie's work is about more than just accommodation; it’s about providing a foundation for people to begin again.
Julian House
Aug 12, 20251 min read


'This City We Live In' art exhibition opens in Exeter
Julian House is taking part in an inspiring art exhibition called ‘This City We Live In’ will open to the public from Thursday 24th July...
Julian House
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Hosting our annual ‘Thank you’ event to celebrate volunteers
At Julian House, we are so lucky to have such an incredible community of volunteers who work with us across our charity- which is why we...
Julian House
Jul 17, 20251 min read


Julian House launches tote bags designed by a former client
Julian House launches new tote bag designs featuring two beautiful designs by a women who previously stayed at their domestic abuse refuge in Wiltshire.
Julian House
Jul 14, 20252 min read


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 11, 20251 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 7, 20251 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 3, 20252 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 20, 20252 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.
Julian House
Jun 18, 20251 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 17, 20251 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 12, 20252 min read
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