I've never known what it's like to find myself without a place to stay. I hope I never have to. As the nights draw in and the cold kicks in, many of us love to snuggle up with a blanket, a hot chocolate, and our favourite Christmas film. While winter is a season that encourages us to stay warm and comfortable, we only have to do a lap of the nearest high street to realise that not everyone has that privilege. For the 320,000 homeless people in Britain, the winter months can be lonely, uncomfortable, dangerous and even fatal. The Society of St James not only gives homeless people a place to stay, but also works with those battling alcohol and substance misuse, offering training and support to help promote life-long change.

By sleeping outside for just one night, along with many other supporters, I hope that we can raise awareness and money for a charity that is making a difference to some of the most vulnerable people in the UK.

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