Spitalfields Crypt Trust

Why I Walked: Ashleigh’s 2024 London Walks Story

When I signed up for London Walks 2024, I decided to take on the 10k route on my own. I’ll admit, I was nervous about walking solo, but what I discovered was a truly amazing event filled with supportive, inspiring people.  Walking alongside other fundraisers, I found…

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Reflecting on 2024: A message from our CEO

As 2024 draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on a year of growth, transformation, and community at Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT). From life-changing recovery journeys to meaningful community events, none of this would have been possible without our incredible supporters, volunteers, and everyone in the…

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Paul Harvey’s Everest Trek to Support SCT 

Paul Harvey, a London native from Islington with roots in Dalston, is gearing up for the adventure of a lifetime—all in the name of supporting those facing the harsh realities of homelessness and addiction. On November 14, he will embark on a 130km trek from Kathmandu to Mount Everest…

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Launching Our Latest Campaign…

The Reality Behind Homelessness and Addiction: A Campaign Inspired by True Experiences More than 4,200 people have been seen rough sleeping in London in the first quarter of 2024. The homelessness crisis is rapidly growing, and it’s easy to become desensitised to its harsh realities when we’re seeing more and…

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Thank You for Making the 2024 Big Sleep Out a Success!

Thank You for Making the Big Sleep Out a Success! On World Homeless Day 2024, we gathered for a truly impactful evening at our annual Big Sleep Out, and we’re overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who contributed to its success. From the participants who braved the cold to the donors…

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Robin & Gita’s Kilimanjaro Trek

Robin Wills and Gita Patel celebrated the end of their Mount Kilimanjaro trek on Friday 14th June 2024 with other members of their Discover/Adventure trekking group. The party took place at the Weru Weru River Lodge Resort near Moshi in the West of Tanzania. Robin (73) and Gita (67) made…

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Time to decriminalise homelessness and provide more support

With a 27% increase in the number of people sleeping on the streets, we’re shocked to hear that the government continues to pursue new legislation that could criminalise people experiencing homelessness. We’re facing a homeless emergency, and the policy demonstrates a fundamental lack of understanding of the root causes of…

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A season of boundless possibilities

Acts of kindness towards us often go unnoticed when we’re preoccupied with our own worries, disappointments and stresses. Maybe because in those difficult times, we find it hard to believe that anyone would want to be kind to us? Maybe because we don’t think anyone would think we’re…

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SCT publishes its 2022 to 2023 annual report and accounts

We have published our review of the financial year 2022 to 2023, which includes a summary of financial statements. During the year we had many wonderful highlights. 39 people or nearly 40% of Acorn House residents successfully completing a 6 month addiction recovery programme. This is an amazing achievement, particularly…

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Celebrating Transformations in 2023: A message from our CEO

At Christmas, I often look back and reflect on the year that’s been.  It has been a year of challenges for many, from the cost-of-living crisis and the lack of affordable housing to increasing levels of homelessness and struggling communities being pitted against each other.  And yet…. during life’s most…

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Ellie’s Transformation Story

I’d heard about all the amazing classes run by SCT, like woodwork, creative writing and art that you could do if you were in recovery. I was going through a break-up at the time, and I looked for women’s support groups online. When I walk through the door, I…

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