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On Thursday it was an absolute pleasure to meet Daisy from #stonehousescoutgroup who came to Plymouth Soup Run to present the amazing sum of £197 she had raised in support of our work. Many, many thanks Daisy.![]()
Everyone was bowled over by her efforts and Daisy, Akela and her family were interested to see how busy it was at Mayflower Street, where the team from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was serving everyone.![]()
During the evening 91 people were served and 1 sleeping bag was given out. As always it was good to catch up with people and hear their news.![]()
The team had catered for 110 people so the extra hot food and sandwiches were taken to George House BCHA.![]()
Once again HUGE thanks to Daisy for her wonderful fund raising and many thanks to the team for preparing and serving the food. ![]()
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It was slightly quieter on Wednesday due to the football semi-final but there was still lots of need.![]()
86 people were served. ![]()
It was busy at Mayflower St but people were fairly quiet and didn't stay around. Everyone was particularly grateful for the bottles of water! ![]()
The roars of delight were heard nearby when England scored! But sadly when the final whistle blew not the result everyone hoped for. ![]()
Soup is still extremely popular even in this warm weather and the team ran out at Martin Street. Two sleeping bags with referralPath DevonDevon were made.![]()
Surprisingly 2 jackets were given out but requests were mainly for T-shirts and jogging bottoms for men, some small women's clothing and the usual socks and underwear. Some toiletries were requested. ![]()
The remaining hot savouries were distributed at King's Road. Thanks to a great team from Mutley Ba#helpingothers![]()
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Many thanks to Obedair who continue to regularly support Plymouth Soup Run. On Tuesday a team of volunteers led by #louisebeer supplied, packaged and served on the Run ably assisted by #charlieede who helped in the kitchen. ![]()
101 people were served with a good selection of sandwiches, pasties, sausage rolls and treats. Pot noodles and Porridge pots were also available, as necessary, at stop 4. ![]()
5 sleeping bags were given out plus some toiletries. ![]()
The team were joined by Darren from the HIPP team, Health, Inclusion Pathway Plymouth Livewell Southwest who caught up with some people offering a listening ear and advice and support. ![]()
Great #teamwork offering #communitysupport. ![]()
Thank you all.
It was a busy Monday with 111 people served. ![]()
Bev, Andy and the Nando's039;s team did the kitchen prep while Kath, Bronia, Josh, Will and volunteers #wardwilliamsliams served the fStreetVetetVet were out as they are every Monday. ![]()
This Monday we were delighted to be joined by Harri Leigh a member of the Safeguarding team withinSouth Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation TrustTrust. Harri was keen to talk to people who had used the ambulance service to find out about their experiences and to chat about how those experiences (good or bad) could shape the service in the future. Many thanks to everyone who stopped to talk to Harri. ![]()
Thanks also to all the volunteers who helped both front and back of ho#teamworkm#communitysupportpport
It was a hot and busy Sunday night for the team from Saint Pauls Church Efford. 139 people were served. The volunteers had enough food for everyone as they had prepared 123 meals with extra chicken nuggets as back up .![]()
Ice blocks were given out together with bottles of water and this went down very well in the heat.![]()
Once again, the night was not without incident and when everyone had been served, the team had to move on very quickly from stop three. ![]()
The soup run administrator has been compiling the data for June 2026. The average number of meals served with 103 per night. In 2016 our records show the nightly average number of meals served was 57, quite a contrast.![]()
Many thanks to the team from Saint Paul’s church who serve not only on a Saturday once a month, but cover for the Sunday team when they need a break. Your support is much appreciated.![]()
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With the England match due to start at 10p.m. We thought it might be quieter but not so! ![]()
Another night with spot on catering. The team prepared food for 90 and 90 people were served. ![]()
Once again the team from Plymstock United Church had 2 varieties of home made soup and the bacon soup in particular was very popular. ![]()
As well as food some toiletries were given out and 1 sleeping bag.![]()
It is great to see the friendships that have developed between the people we serve with many stopping to chat to each other and offer support. ![]()
Many thanks to last nights team of 4 who did a brilliant job.![]()
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On a hot Saturday morning 19 people currently #streethomeless were pleased to come into Shekinah and cool down while enjoying their breakfast and in a number of cases catching up on their sleep. 9 people enjoyed a refreshing shower with the opportunity to change their socks, tee shirts and other items of clothing.![]()
Once again we were joined by Forgotten Feet - Helping Homeless Feet and Freya was kept busy throughout the morning tending to people’s feet.![]()
Many thanks to EVERYONE who helped this morning. ![]()
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It was a slightly quieter Friday night for the team from Plymouth Christian Centre with 71 people served.![]()
As every Friday the team of cooks had been busy in a very hot kitchen preparing the food. On the menu was spicy lentil soup, chicken kiev with mashed potato and carrots, pasta with chicken and tomato sauce, or potato wedges with cheese and beans. There was a choice of ham and tomato or garlic cheese sandwiches. As every night there was lots of water available plus a selection of hot drinks. ![]()
Many thanks to FareShare South West for most of the food. ![]()
People who are currently #roughsleeping were pleased to hear Shekinah would be open on Saturday morning so there would be somewhere cooler to go. ![]()
Many thanks to EVERYONE who helped, the team of cooks and the volunteers who served on the Run. ![]()
Thanks also for the many generous donations that have arrived from our Amazon Wish list. We have received 8 sleeping bags, 2 rucksacks and some joggers. ![]()
More joggers have also been donated by Chameleons Hair and Scalp. Thank you ALL. ![]()
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Many congratulations Lyndsey from all of us at Plymouth Soup Run.
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On a busy, hot night, a team from The Cornwall Bakery together with Callington Lions served 104 meals. The team had a good selection of sandwiches and pasties, with so many pasties available lots were taken to George House BCHA at the end of the evening. Snack bags, soup and hot drinks were also available. ![]()
2 people were given some advise on medical matters including a day rider for 1 person to access their Dr’s surgery.![]()
It was great to hear that 1 person has been able to acquire accommodation. ![]()
Many thanks to EVERYONE who helped and to The Salvation Army Devonport Life House Plymouth for the use of their kitchen. ![]()
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It was another very busy night on Wednesday necessitating a trip to the shops to ensure there was enough food for everyone. 110 meals were served and 3 sleeping bags were given out. ![]()
The team from Mutley Baptist Church gave out all their supply of toiletries including sun cream and underwear was much in demand. ![]()
All the teams are enjoying seeing the “ Green and Pleasant Land “ lighthouse. We drive past many other lighthouses but sadly can’t stop to photograph them! ![]()
Huge thanks to Mutley Baptist Church and ALL their volunteers for serving on Plymouth Soup Run every Wednesday, 52 weeks of the year. ![]()
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It was a warm, balmy and very busy Tuesday night for the Plymouth Soup Run team from St Matts Plymouth with 109 meals served. On the menu was chicken and vegetable soup, lamb ragu pasta, sausage rolls with beans and cheese and baked potatoes and cheese. The team had pot noodles available as required and the ![]()
bananas and apples from FareShare South West were well received.![]()
2 sleeping bags, toiletries and underwear were given out plus some dog food.![]()
A few people asked for extra water, which was gladly handed out.![]()
Good conversations were had at all stops.![]()
Many thanks to EVERYONE who helped both preparing the food and serving on the Run. ![]()
#MakeADifference #teamwork #helpingothers
Monday night coordinated by #hopebaptistchurch saw another evening of spot on catering. As the last person was served so the cupboard was bare! 103 people were served and 4 sleeping bags were given out with referrals to Path Devon Rough Sleepers Team. ![]()
Many thanks to everyone who helped during the evening, to The Salvation Army - Plymouth Whitleigh for preparing the food, to the serving team and to StreetVet, Plymouth who had a number of dogs waiting to see them when they arrived. ![]()
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On Sunday the number of meals served was almost exactly the same as Saturday, just 1 less, 105. The team who operate out of Shekinah had plenty of food for everyone. There was a choice of tuna mayo, egg mayo or cheese sandwiches and the hot meal was a bacon pasta dish or a vegetarian pasty. There were also cold and hot drinks, crisps, apricots and a sweet treat. The soup was spiced lentil. ![]()
At the end of the night the surplus hot meals were taken to George House BCHA.![]()
2 sleeping bags were given out, with referrals to Path Devon, Rough Sleepers Team. ![]()
Many thanks to ALL our volunteers, with special thanks to Debbie who cooked both on Saturday morning and Sunday evening. Thanks also to FareShare South West for much of the food. ![]()
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It was a busy Saturday evening for the team from Plymouth Methodist Central Hall and St Peter & the Holy Apostles, Plymouth with 106 meals served amidst a high level of need. A number of people wanted to talk to us about their situation and an ambulance was called for 1 person with an amazingly quick response time. Thank you South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust.![]()
6 sleeping bags were given out plus some clothes, a complete set to 1 person whose clothes were wringing wet and some toiletries. ![]()
Many thanks to the anonymous donor for the 8 pairs of jogging bottoms which arrived from our Amazon wish list on Saturday. They were put to good use straight away.![]()
The team had plenty of food with people at the last 2 stops receiving an extra portion if they so wished.![]()
Many thanks to ALL the team who quickly adapted when it was needed. ![]()
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It was a relatively quiet morning at Shekinah for the breakfast session prioritising rough sleepers. 17 people came in, most having a cooked breakfast and a packed lunch, and 8 having a shower. 4 more people were supported at the door. Lots of positive conversations were had and clients with particular needs were helped appropriately. Reviving an old tradition, a pack of UNO cards appeared and several animated games took place. As ever, the wonderful garden at Shekinah was available to enjoy on this, the first birthday of the garden following its being transposed from the Chelsea Flower Show. Thanks to all from Plymouth Soup Run and Path Devon who helped today.
On Friday Plymouth Christian Centre were busy both in the afternoon, cooking and in the evening serving on Plymouth Soup Run. ![]()
The team served carrot soup, a choice of cheesy jacket potatoes and beans or cheesy pasta, which had all been prepared earlier by the team of cooks. ![]()
Cheese and ham sandwiches were served and there was a good supply of apricots, sweets and snacks. Drinking water was available for those that needed it. The volunteers catered high so had plenty for everyone.![]()
A total of 95 meals were served and 4x sleeping bags were issued, along with essentials like toiletries.![]()
Many thanks to everyone who helped both in the kitchen and out on the Run. ![]()
And “Happy Birthday” to the volunteers featured in the photo. ![]()
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Many thanks to Plymouth Mayflower Rotary Club for organising and serving on Plymouth Soup Run on Thursday evening. The team catered for 100 people and served 92. There was a selection of 3 types of sandwiches and 2 flavours of pasty. The vegetable soup was very popular. ![]()
1 sleeping bag was given out plus a few items of clothing, some toiletries and a day rider so a person could go to Derriford Hospital. ![]()
Although cooler people are still pleased to have bottles of water available.![]()
Many thanks to all the team for continuing to serve regularly on Plymouth Soup Run. and to #thecornwallbakery for the pasties. ![]()
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It was slightly busier than expected on Wednesday evening, for the team from Mutley Baptist Church, necessitating a last minute dash to Tesco at Mount Wise to meet demand. ![]()
The team catered for 108 but gave our 113 meals in total ( including the UNUSUAL addition of mushroom soup on a Wednesday, but with plenty of the staple tomato soup as well!) ![]()
Generally people were in good spirits, but there was a high level of need at the Money Centre with people wanting support and the team’s Prayer Pastor was busy listening and signposting. ![]()
4 sleeping bags were given out together with lots of men’s clothing including jackets, trousers and underwear. ![]()
There was a high demand for women’s underwear in a small size which was not available. ![]()
Lots of toiletries were given out.![]()
Many thanks to Mutley Baptist Church and their team of volunteers who serve on Plymouth Soup Run EVERY Wednesday. ![]()
#MakeADifference #helpingothers #teamwork
Spot on catering on Tuesday when a team coordinated by Babcock and funded by #Elior and #AtkinsRealis prepared food for 100 and served 97 people. ![]()
It was a calm evening with everyone interested to meet the team and to thank them for their food.![]()
There were no requests for sleeping bags so the sleeping bags and some of the water purchased by AtkinsRealis is now available for another night.![]()
Many thanks to #jackskorecki and all the volunteers from the different businesses for preparing the food and serving on Plymouth Soup Run on Tuesday evening.![]()
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