We’re so grateful to the Spirax Sarco Charity Committee for their incredible generosity in supporting Open Door. Their recent gift of money has allowed us to purchase Street Starter Kits for guests who currently have nowhere to live. Each kit includes essentials like a tent, warm rucksack, sleeping bag and flask – often the only…

It was a real pleasure to meet once again with our long-standing supporters at Willans Solicitors. Since choosing Open Door as their Charity Partner, the Willans team has shown genuine care and commitment to our guests – from generous collections of food, clothing, treats and essentials, to raising vital funds that help us cover everyday…

Our Summer Newsletter is available to read at your leisure! Catch up on all the news from the Guest Hub, read beautiful poetry written by one of our guests, hear how the summer trip went and learn how many meals we’ve served so far in 2025. Download the newsletter now (PDF)

Every July, we take a coach full of guests, volunteers, and staff to Weston-super-Mare for a day of pure joy – and this year was no exception! Over 50 of us spent a glorious day soaking up the sun, enjoying the sea breeze, tucking into ice creams, riding the attractions, and simply relaxing in great…

Last week, the lovely Amy offered her time and talent to give our guests soothing hand massages. With her kind and thoughtful manner, she helped create a calm, relaxing experience that left everyone feeling pampered. At Open Door, it’s these small but meaningful gestures that reflect our commitment to kindness and compassion. Because everyone deserves…

We’re so grateful to The Samaritans for their generous donation of outdoor tables to Open Door. They shared with us: “When funds are available, we look for ways to remind people of who we are and what we do. A plaque will be added to these seats as a reminder that we’re here for anyone…

We are absolutely delighted that the Midcounties Co-op stores in Cheltenham: on the Bath Road, in Leckhampton and in Wymans Brook are running an exciting new initiative to support us. Cheltenham Open Door has been selected as the Co-Op’s partner charity for their Pennies Scheme, where you can round-up payment at the til to give…

On Sunday 11th May, following the VE 80th Anniversary of 8th May 2025, Chef Marc cooked our guests a breakfast of bacon baguettes and also a VE Celebration British Sunday roast lunch, in honour of all those who fought in the Second World War. This was a much-enjoyed meal and a poignant way for us…