Big PNE Sleep Out public meeting being held at Foxton Day Centre

Some of the hundreds who bedded down at Deepdale in 2019 Pic: Donna Clifford/Blog Preston

With dozens of people already signed up to bed down at Deepdale a chance is being offered to discover more about The Big PNE Sleep Out.

Organisers are holding a public meeting on Thursday 20 April at The Foxton’s Day Centre.

The meeting gives the chance for those taking part, or thinking of taking part, to hear from The Foxton about the work that goes on in the Day Centre and the impact the target of £50,000 fundraising through the sleep out can have.

Taking place on Friday 17 November 2023 the Big PNE Sleep Out will see hundreds of Prestonians bed down at Deepdale to raise money to help those who find themselves sleeping rough in the city.

Jeff Marsh, centre, will be speaking at the public meeting Pic: Donna Clifford/Blog Preston

Chief executive of The Foxton Centre, Jeff Marsh, said: “We are looking forward to welcoming people to the Day Centre so they can hear about the support that’s provided to people.

“From a hot meal to activities and information sessions there’s a whole range of services we’re able to offer.

“The Big PNE Sleep Out and the funds raised from it will make a big difference to ensuring we’re able to continue to offer that provision throughout 2024 and beyond.”

The speakers at the PNE Big Sleep Out info evening — Jeff Marsh speaking at the public meeting held ahead of the 2019 Big PNE Sleep Out

Also attending the meeting will be representatives from the Big PNE Sleep Out organisers Preston North End’s Community and Education Trust, Blog Preston and Veolia.

The Day Centre is located in the basement of the Central Methodist Church on Fox Street in Preston city centre.

The public meeting takes place from 6pm on Thursday 20 April and all are welcome to attend.

How to take part in the Big PNE Sleep Out

You can sign up to take part in the Big PNE Sleep Out in November by registering via Eventbrite.

Once registered you will then be sent information on how to set up your own Justgiving page affiliated to the total fundraiser for the event.

Any questions or further information you can email foxton50@thefoxtoncentre.co.uk