Hertfordshire-based homelessness charity, DENS, has announced the return of its popular Sponsored Sleepout on Friday 21^st November, with free places available for everyone in the community. 

Taking place at Hammond Academy in Hemel Hempstead, the fundraising event promises an inspiring night under the stars, packed full of community spirit and entertainment.

Open to adults and children aged eight and over, the evening will include activities for all ages, an informative Q&A about DENS and live music performances.

When it’s time to bed down, participants can experience just a small glimpse of the challenges faced by rough sleepers during the harsh winter months.

At dawn, they can wake up feeling a huge sense of achievement, knowing the sponsorship they have raised will make a life-changing impact for local people facing homelessness each night.

Last year’s edition raised an astonishing £33,000.

Charlotte McCarthy, DENS Community Fundraiser, said: “It’s an eye-opening experience, and an inspiring way to come together as a community. Raise sponsorship on the night and help us make an even greater difference to local people in need.”

Free places for the DENS Sponsored Sleepout are available now at www.dens.org.uk/sleepout25.