ALABARÉ Hosting First-Ever Public Sleep-Out at St Paul’s Cathedral to Break the Cycle of Veterans’ Homelessness

Tuesday, 10 February 2026 10:22

ALABARÉ has launched its iconic BIG Sleep at St Paul’s Cathedral on Friday, 26 June 2026, marking its first-ever public sleep-out at the world-famous site.

Veterans Homelessness: The Reality

In 2023–24, 2,270 veteran households in England were recorded as at risk of or experiencing homelessness

UK-wide, an estimated 7,500 veterans are homeless, sleeping rough, or in refuges.
In London alone, 13,231 people slept rough between April 2024 and March 2025 - a 10% rise year-on-year.

Supporting Veterans Like Ian

Ian served in the military from 2009. Just 12 months ago, Ian was street homeless. He found ALABARÉ through its emergency bedspaces, unsure of what the future held. Ian has now moved into a home he helped build through ALABARÉ’s Veteran Self-Build Scheme. Over the past year, Ian has gained valuable construction skills and secured full-time employment.

ALABARÉ’s veteran services go beyond housing

ALABARÉ provides veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness with holistic support - including mental health care, skills training, and pathways to independence - living their mission to provide homes, restore hearts, and empower minds.

Event Highlights:

Date & Time: Friday 26 June, 17:00 - 07:00
Location: The churchyard of St Paul’s Cathedral
Entry Fee: £20 per person
Fundraising Target: Minimum £500
Perks: Top 15 fundraisers attend breakfast at Mansion House
Agenda:
- Evensong at St Paul’s
- Performances by a Military Wives Choir
- Veteran testimonies of resilience and hope
- Refreshments and breakfast provided

How to Sign Up

ALABARÉ Chief Executive, Andrew Lord, said, “This landmark event will shine a light on the crisis of veterans sleeping rough. Together, we can break the cycle of homelessness and help those who served us.”

Supporting Armed Forces Day

ALABARÉ’s BIG Sleep at St Paul’s Cathedral has been timed to coincide with this year’s Armed Forces Day (27 June).

Participants will be joined by current and veteran military personnel who will be waking up on Saturday morning before heading off to participate in Armed Forces Day activities across the country.

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