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On a misty and wet evening the team from St Matts Plymouth served 87 people with a great selection of food including, Leek and Potato Sausage Pasta, Baked Potatoes with Cheese and Beans and Chicken and Vegetable Soup. For pudding there was tinned fruit and custard.![]()
The team collect from FareShare South West so they also had lots of extras - satsumas, hot cross buns, yogurts and bread.![]()
The kitchen team prepared 111 hot meals so there were some extras available at the last stop and 12 meals were taken to George House BCHA. ![]()
3 sleeping bags, 2 blankets, toiletries, 2 jackets, and some dog food was also given out. ![]()
Many thanks to all the team both in the kitchen and out on Plymouth Soup Run. ![]()
#communitysupport #MakeADifference
It was a slightly quieter Monday night with 74 people served at Plymouth Soup Run plus another 6 meals collected for family / friends unable to come to the Run. ![]()
On the menu was a thick vegetable soup which was described as “banging”, ham or cheese sandwiches, chicken or pasty and a snack bag. As every night the hot chocolate was much in demand. ![]()
3 sleeping bags, a rucksack, lots of socks and a replacement coat were also given out.![]()
As always on a Monday the run was co ordinated by #HopeBaptistChurch. Bev led the food prep team, Babcock served, with many of their volunteers out for the first time. Chris drove the bus with Gabby and Simon available to listen and chat.![]()
As every Monday, StreetVet, Plymouth, volunteers joined the run to offer advice and help to people and pets experiencing homelessness. ![]()
Great #teamwork offering help and support.
Sunday night was busy but very calm. The team served 100 people with 10 meals collected for family / friends. ![]()
There was a selection of hot food including meat balls and spaghetti, cottage pie, lasagna and various savoury pasties and sausage rolls, thanks to FareShare South West and #thecornwallbakery. ![]()
The soup also from #FareShareSouthWest was Sweet Potato and Chilli. ![]()
There was a selection of ambient food including chocolate raisins, biscuits, coffee, iced coffee and cheese. ![]()
2 sleeping bags were given out. ![]()
As the weather was dry quite a few people stopped to chat and share their news with 3 people sharing their plans for the future. ![]()
Many thanks to ALL the team. We were delighted that 2 of our longstanding team members that haven’t been able to help for a while were able to join us out on the Run. “The boys were back in town”. ![]()
#teamwork #communitysupport #MakeADifference
It has been a busy week for Plymouth Soup Run teams and Saturday night was no exception with the team from Plymouth Methodist Central Hall and St Peter & the Holy Apostles, Plymouth serving over 90 people. ![]()
It was another bitterly cold night with rain at the final stop so everyone was pleased with the choice of hot drinks, fresh vegetable soup and either 3 bean pasta or cheesy pasta. ![]()
There were also sandwiches and a snack bag. ![]()
Clothes and some toiletries were available. ![]()
Many thanks to ALL the team for their hard work.![]()
And to Ben #AdHocCatering for the donation of 4 large cottage pies which are now in the freezer to be served next weekend. ![]()
#communitysupport #teamwork #helpingothers #MakeADifference.
It was a happy, relaxed morning at #Shekinah on Saturday. We served 23 people during the morning with everyone commenting favourably on their full English breakfast cooked by Peter Moxy Plymouth with the support of Jack and Lee. ![]()
7 people had a shower and there were lots of requests for clean clothes. ![]()
People enjoyed relaxing both out in the garden and indoors. And there was plenty of time for people to chat both to each other and the Plymouth Soup Run volunteers. ![]()
Many thanks to EVERYONE who helps on a Saturday morning.![]()
Great #teamwork offering #communitysupport.
On a surprisingly cold Friday evening 73 people arrived at Plymouth Soup Run for food with 7 people collecting food for friends or family. The soup, hot drinks and hot meals were very welcome. On the menu was a choice of meat pie, potatoes and vegetables or vegetarian lasagna. And everyone had a snack bag with their choice of sandwich, chocolate bar, crisps, a soft drink and fruit. ![]()
4 sleeping bags were given out plus lots of clothes. ![]()
As is so often the case a few people wanted to chat about their worries and concerns. ![]()
Many thank to Plymouth Christian Centre and all their volunteers, both front and back of house, for serving on Plymouth Soup Run 52 weeks of the year.![]()
Together we will try to #MakeADifference and #helpothers.
On Thursday, the Callington Community Soup Run team crossed the Tamar to serve on Plymouth Soup Run. It was another busy evening with 83 people served plus a further 13 meals collected for friends / family. The team were very well prepared and with support from #thecornwallbakery had food for 100+ people. At the end of the evening the surplus food was taken to George House and Sleep Safely at Hamoaze House BCHA.![]()
As well as food, the team had plenty of toiletries, socks, underwear, and some tops that had been donated.![]()
As the tops are green, some people said they’ll be wearing them when Argyle play!!![]()
Very sadly, last night, one of the people we serve regularly had been attacked in town, for the second time in three days by a group of youths. It was shocking to see the extent of his facial injuries and know there was little we could do other than take him to a safer part of town. ![]()
Incidents like this should not be happening in the city and hopefully the police will catch up with the culprits.![]()
Many thanks to the team, who have been supporting Plymouth Soup Run for many, many years. ![]()
#communitysupport #MakeADifference #helpingothers
It was a busy evening everywhere for the team from #mutleybaptistchurch apart from the stop on Plymouth Hoe.![]()
People were generally in good spirits, with lots of good conversations.![]()
2 sleeping bags were given out plus lots of toiletries, shoes, underwear and jumpers. ![]()
Given the high numbers of meals served over the last few nights the team came prepared with food for 102 people and served 103, so they had to use their emergency supplies for the final meal.![]()
Many thanks to Mutley Baptist Church and all their volunteers for organising and serving Plymouth Soup Run every Wednesday. #communitysupport #MakeADifference #helpingothers
On Tuesday Obedair sponsored and served on Plymouth Soup Run as they have done regularly for over 6 years. ![]()
Their catering was spot on as the team catered for and served 90 people with some extra supplies available if needed. ![]()
As well as food, 3 sleeping bags and some toiletries were also given out. ![]()
Thanks to all the team from Obedair, their colleagues from #btlocalplymouth and to #charlieede who was in charge of the cooking. Great #teamwork.![]()
A number of donations have recently arrived from our Amazon Wish List - sleeping bags, toiletries and milk chocolate tea cakes. Many thanks to everyone who donated these items. ![]()
#communitysupport #helpingothers
Easter Bank Holiday Monday as every Monday was coordinated by #hopebaptistchurch.![]()
Lorraine led The Salvation Army - Plymouth Whitleigh team and Louis our DofE student on food prep. ![]()
Grateful thanks to #JustChristmas ethical fair who funded the goodie bags, the serving team gave out (containing treats and toiletries as well as an Easter Egg). There was also a choice of fizzy drinks and pot noodles.![]()
Ladies from HBC made pocket hugs 🤗🥰 for everyone. Huge thanks to all involved in gathering supplies!![]()
StreetVet Kirsty and Leo were a welcome addition to the run.![]()
100 served inclu 9extra bags. 2 sleeping bags and a blanket given out.![]()
Happy Easter everyone!![]()
#workingtogether #LoveInAction
Thanks to Steve there was an Easter egg for everyone who came to Plymouth Soup Run on Easter Day. ![]()
In contrast to Saturday, it was a beautiful clear night, with 104 people served on the Run plus 12 bags of food collected for family / friends. ![]()
As well as Easter eggs, there was a choice of three varieties of sandwich, pizza kindly donated by Domino's PizzaPizza, spicy lentil soup, fruit, yogurts and a snack bag. Hot drinks were also available.![]()
2 sleeping bags were given out.![]()
As always it was good to catch up with the people we serve to hear their news and, where necessary, to offer words of comfort and support. ![]()
Huge thanks to all the team who served on Easter Sunday. With special thanks to Elizabeth who arranged for the donation of pizzas and to our D of E student, Lexi , who helped to make up 120 snack bags.![]()
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On Saturday a team of volunteers from Lighthouse Community Centre CIC crossed the Tamar to serve on Plymouth Soup Run. It was an EXTREMELY windy evening with people struggling to stand up straight and keep hold of their food and drink. ![]()
Whilst 2 of the Soup Run stops were quite busy, 2 were quieter, so at the final stop there were some extras available.![]()
60 people were served, including the meals collected for family / friends.![]()
1 sleeping bag , some toiletries and clothes were also given out.![]()
Many thanks to the team for their continued support every month and to Plymouth Methodist Central Hall for the use of their kitchen. ![]()
Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter. ![]()
Plymouth Soup Run will be out on Easter Day as usual. ![]()
And yes, there may be chocolate!! ![]()
#communitysupport #helpingothers
A steady stream of people, 25 , came to Shekinah on Saturday morning to enjoy a full English breakfast that included mushrooms and cheesy hash browns. #charlieede received many compliments for his cooking. ![]()
8 people had a shower with lots of people having clean clothes.![]()
2 people had a token for the launderette and another 2 people had a rucksack. ![]()
At the end of the morning a packed lunch was available for everyone who wanted one. ![]()
2 referrals will be made to Path Devon and Plymouth City Council.![]()
Huge thanks to all Plymouth Soup Run volunteers for their help on Easter Saturday morning. ![]()
#communitysupport #teamwork
It was a relatively busy Friday evening for the team from Plymouth Christian Centre who served 70 + meals. As always the team had some tasty food, including leek and potato soup, lentil curry and salmon en croute with new potatoes. The drinks included the ever popular hot chocolate plus a selection of cold drinks. ![]()
5 sleeping bags were given out and some clothes and toiletries. ![]()
Once again the 2 new ‘Plymouthians’ on the Hoe were keen to join in for the team photo.![]()
Many thanks to Plymouth Christian Centre and all their volunteers for serving on Plymouth Soup Run every Friday, 52 weeks of the year.![]()
#communitysupport #MakeADifference #helpingothers
It was a slightly quieter Thursday night for the team from the the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with 66 people served, including the double bags collected for family/ friends. The team had catered for 100 so the extra food was taken to George House at the end of the evening with some bananas also given to the weekend team. ![]()
3 sleeping bags and 1 blanket were given out plus some gloves, socks and hats. The weather remains cold in the evenings and overnight.![]()
As always, some people stayed for a chat and to share life’s ups and downs. Plymouth Soup Run is about so much more than food, providing a consistent friendly face and a listening ear.![]()
As always teams will be out every night over the Easter weekend, providing #communitysupport #helpingothers.
As always on Wednesday a team from #mutleybaptistchurch collected, prepared and served the food on @Plymouth Soup Run. The first stop was the busiest with 44 people waiting there.![]()
71 people were served during the evening with another 6 bags collected for family members.![]()
3 sleeping bags were given out plus lots of toiletries and clothes.![]()
Many thanks to everyone at Mutley Baptist Church for organising and serving on Plymouth Soup Run every Wednesday night. ![]()
#communitysupport #MakeADifference
It was an exceptionally busy Tuesday evening for the volunteers from St Matts Plymouth who served over 100 people. The team set out with plenty of food but by the last stop it was starting to run low. However, there was food for everyone.![]()
As always the Saint Matt‘s team had a great selection of hot food, including chicken curry, pizza, pies and pasta all served with a selection of vegetables. Home-made soup, sandwiches and snack bags were also available.![]()
Three sleeping bags, a few clothes and some toiletries were given out. Two referrals were made to Path Devon.![]()
On the Hoe, the team were joined by two new volunteers. See if you can spot them in the photo!![]()
Many thanks to everybody who helped either by collecting and preparing the food, doing the washing up, taking out the rubbish and / or serving on the night. ![]()
Great #teamwork, #helpingothers #communitysupport
Monday night saw a particularly busy first stop, especially for #StreetVet Kathryn and Alice. Gabby and Alex, our Prayer Pastors were able to chat and listen as folks voiced their concerns, particularly over family illnesses. There was much appreciation and gratitude for Plymouth Soup Run, the soup, abundance of hot chicken and milky hot chocolate too.![]()
89 people were served (Inc 9 extra bags for friends/family).![]()
One sleeping bag was given out.![]()
Thanks to Zoe and Jess for leading the Prep team from Shaugh Prior village; Liz for the soup; #msubs serving team; Ben our Driver and team leader, our Home Prayer Team and everyone else behind the scenes! ![]()
#LoveInAction
As is so often the case Sunday evening on Plymouth Soup Run was the busiest night of the week with 95 people served plus another 5 meals collected for family / friends. ![]()
The regular team were once again joined by STORM running and together prepared plenty of food. There was a choice of 3 varieties of sandwiches, a selection of hot items including chicken, quiche, pasties and sausage rolls, snack bags, leek and potato soup, hot and cold drinks, hard boiled eggs and yogurts![]()
Last night 2 people presented with health concerns both of which are being followed up with the HIPP team. ![]()
2 sleeping bags were given out with updates on people newly #streethomeless sent to Path Devon. ![]()
Many thanks to ALL the volunteers, including #gavinhobbs for making the soup, which people told us was delicious, ![]()
Ros for her inaugural session as kitchen lead, supported by Jean![]()
Owen Williams for helping with the shopping and food pick up![]()
Our 2 DofE students for packing all the snack bags ![]()
And Chloe Armstrong for the box of pasties. ![]()
Great #teamwork offering #communitysupport
Many thanks to the team from St Paul’s Church Efford for sourcing, preparing and serving the food on Plymouth Soup Run on Saturday evening. ![]()
78 people were served during the evening with the remaining food taken to George House BCHA. ![]()
1 sleeping bag was given out and 2 referrals were made to Path Devon Rough Sleepers Team. ![]()
#communitysupport #helpingothers
