About Us

A group of churches and volunteers in the London Borough of Bexley come together to help and support those who – often, through no fault of their own – find themselves sleeping rough in the Borough .

Started in 2016, Bexley Winter Shelter is a registered charity. It initially operated nightly from seven venues in the Borough, opening their doors and providing refreshments and a hot evening meal. These days, Bexley Winter Shelter operates a Drop-In Centre in central Bexleyheath, to provide practical support for rough sleepers and homeless individuals in partnership with a number of local services.

Bexley Winter Shelter is run by one part-time, paid employee and a band of volunteers. Finances are accumulated through grants and generous gifts from individuals, churches and other organisations. A group of Trustees regularly meets and oversees the running of the shelter.

Bexley Winter Shelter also works alongside Housing Justice, a national organisation which has provided practical and financial support. The charity has a comprehensive range of policies covering all aspects of running such a project and engaging with volunteers and guests, as well as the appropriate insurance cover.