The Big Winter Sleepout 2027

Give up one night’s comfort. Help change a life on London’s streets.

Over 10,000 people sleep rough in London every year. This February 2027, swap your cozy bed for a sleeping bag in your garden, church car park, or school ground. Take on the Big Winter Sleepout challenge anywhere in the UK - on a date that works for you.

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Sleep Out Anywhere, Any Night in February

You don't need to travel to central London to make an impact. You can run your own Big Winter Sleepout wherever you are!

1. Sign Up & Get Your Toolkit
Register for free in under two minutes. You’ll instantly unlock your digital Host Pack complete with safety guides, prayer guides, campaign films, and sponsorship forms.

2. Pick Your Date & Location
Choose any night throughout February 2027. Sleep in your garden, driveway, church hall car park, school field, or office courtyard - solo or with a group.

3. Fundraise & Stand in Solidarity
Set up your pre-formatted JustGiving page. Use our social assets to share your journey, raise money, and post photos using #BigWinterSleepout2027 to join our live national host map.

Join the Sleepout

Every Day, Someone Believes They Have Run Out of Options

Every single day in London, someone becomes homeless for the first time. At London City Mission’s Webber Street day centre, we meet people at their lowest point, offering hot meals, shower facilities, practical aid, and the life-changing hope of Jesus.

By taking on the Big Winter Sleepout 2027, you help us keep these vital doors open all year round.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I sign up?

Sign up through our Big Winter Sleepout registration page. Once you’ve registered, we’ll send you everything you need to get started, including your JustGiving fundraising page and Host Your Own toolkit.

When and where can I do my sleepout?

The Big Winter Sleepout takes place throughout February 2027. You can choose a night and a safe location that works for you, whether that’s your garden, driveway, school, church or community space.

Do I have to sleep outside?

The challenge is to give up a night of comfort and experience what it means to sleep without the security of a home. We encourage you to sleep outdoors where it is safe and appropriate to do so. Please follow our safety guidance.

Can I take part with my family, friends or a group?

Absolutely. You can take part on your own or invite your family, friends, church, school, workplace or community group to join you.

Can under-18s take part?

Yes, but children and young people must have appropriate adult supervision and safeguarding arrangements in place. Please read our guidance carefully before organising a sleepout involving under-18s.

Is there an entry fee?

No. There is no entry fee to take part in Host Your Own. We simply ask participants to fundraise to support London City Mission’s work with people experiencing homelessness.

Do I have a fundraising target?

We suggest a fundraising target of £150, but you’re more than welcome to go above and beyond this. Every donation makes a difference, so don’t worry if you don’t reach the suggested target.

How do I set up my fundraising page?

After registering, we’ll show you how to set up your JustGiving fundraising page and give you tips and resources to help you share it with friends, family, colleagues and your wider community.

What happens if the weather is too bad?

Your safety comes first. If the weather makes your planned sleepout unsafe, change your plans or choose another night in February. Please follow the safety guidance provided.

Is there a Big Winter Sleepout in London?

Yes. We’re planning a flagship in-person Big Winter Sleepout at Webber Street on 27 February 2027. The date is currently being confirmed with the Webber Street team, so please check back for final details and information about how to take part.

Why has the Big Winter Sleepout changed?

Previously, the Big Winter Sleepout centred around a single night in London. From 2027, Host Your Own allows people across the UK to take part throughout February, while keeping a flagship event at Webber Street.

This means more people can get involved while keeping the heart of the Big Winter Sleepout: giving up a night of comfort, raising funds and standing in solidarity with people experiencing homelessness.

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