About Newport Night Shelter

In Newport there is a need for emergency accommodation for rough sleepers whilst long term solutions are being sought.  The night shelter fills in the gap in providing safety and refuge for those who do not have the option of temporary or permanent accommodation and continue to struggle with their cycle of homelessness and addiction.

 Our vision is to offer a safe, warm and secure place that is welcoming to anyone over the age of 18 who otherwise would be forced to sleep rough on the streets of Newport.

Newport Night Shelter is a grass-roots project run by volunteers from across Newport and surrounding areas. We offer a warm welcome, hot supper, bed and breakfast in a safe environment to 12 homeless guests.  The shelter operates in a different church building each night of the week, with a local team of volunteers taking responsibility for each night. In all, 14 churches are used and over 300 volunteers work in them over a period of 4 months.

Each Guest that stays at the shelter receives a large bag with their name on and bedding inside. This bag, along with their belongings is transferred from one shelter to the next ready for the next nights stay. 

Last Year

93 Guests were referred to the shelter
During the 18 weeks we provided 1096 bed spaces
Christmas Day we had 15 guests

 'Until I was lucky enough to have the use of the night shelter I really didn’t think I would go on, but with the care & concern & support of the volunteers. I began to see a light in the darkness and I know that I will make it. God Bless you and thank you always. I will remember your generosity and kindness'.
Female Night Shelter Guest

This Year - 2010

We have a Day Centre for our Night Shelter guests
Opening 1st December daily from 10 - 3

You can give online at www.newportnightshelter.org