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The number of people we are serving is high at the moment. On Wednesday, the team from Mutley Baptist Church served 97 people +9 extras collected for family members unable to get to the run. Fortunately, the team had plenty of food for everyone. ![]()
As well as food, the team gave out many items of clothing, running out of men’s socks and underwear.![]()
Two sleeping bags were given out, with referrals to the Rough Sleepers team Path Devon.![]()
Many thanks to Mutley Baptist Church for organising and serving on the run every Wednesday night throughout the year. Thanks also to the organisations and individuals in the city who contribute food. Everyone’s help and support is much appreciated.![]()
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Everyone is always delighted and sometimes surprised when Plymouth Citybus arrive to serve on Plymouth Soup Run. ![]()
Comments of “that’s brilliant” and “wow that is so good” were heard throughout the evening. ![]()
It was a slightly damp evening on Tuesday with plenty of food for the 80+ people served. ![]()
The team were joined by Simone from the #HIPPTeam - Health Inclusion Pathway Plymouth, who caught up with people she has worked with, while chatting and listening to people new to her. ![]()
We were able to tell one person, who was #streethomeless, he had a room for the night and the evening ended with a very vulnerable person being supported to their accommodation. Great collaborative working.![]()
Many thanks to Plymouth Citybus for their continuing support and everyone who helped last night. ![]()
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A large crowd was waiting at the first stop to greet the van! The pasta bake that team Jan prepared was very well received as were the potato wedges, sandwich bags etc.![]()
Serving was made much easier with the new shelving in the van. ![]()
A massive thanks to MSubs (especially Graham and Martin) for supply and fabrication of the bespoke shelves. It was fitting that MSubs were the first to try them out! ![]()
Josh drove, Kath and Bronia were our listening ear Prayer Pastors.![]()
4 sleeping bags, 1 blanket and some items of clothing were given out.![]()
Having prepared for 100 a quick dash to the One stop shop was needed on this busy, busy night! Clients were pleased to see their sandwiches being made at the last stop!![]()
StreetVets were a welcome addition to the Monday team as always!![]()
Many thanks to all involved. ![]()
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Many thanks to Tesco, Roborough for the wonderful donation of mugs and to #ianhallett for delivering them. There is a tray of mugs in the boot ready to be taken out on the ‘Run’ tonight and there are some at #Shekinah for people who are moving into their own accommodation and need everyday essentials. ![]()
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HUGE THANKS to Sarah Harbourside Fish & Chips for coming to the rescue on Sunday evening and providing 100 portions of sausage and chips + 20 portions of chips, when, due to unexpected circumstances, we were unable to use our regular kitchen to cook a hot meal. Sarah we can not thank you eneough. Your support is wonderful and very much appreciated. ![]()
The team served 112 people who were delighted to receive one of their very favourite hot meals.![]()
Thanks also to everyone who helped prepare the sandwiches, drinks and snack bags. We couldn’t do it without you ALL.![]()
FareShare South West provided a great range of extras for people to share, including apples and grapes, yogurts, apple pies, fresh orange juice, milk and potatoes.![]()
Team work at its best. Thank you ALL.![]()
#communitysupport #makeadifference.
On Saturday the team from #PlymstockUnitedChurch prepared food for 90 people and served 80, so there was plenty for everyone with a few extra rounds of sandwiches available at the last stop.![]()
Even in the hot weather the 2 flavours of homemade soup were much appreciated with the team’s signature, smoked bacon soup, highly praised. ![]()
Last night a person we used to serve popped by to say “hello” ![]()
and introduce us to his daughter, It is always so good to hear when people are doing well again.![]()
Many thanks to ALL the volunteers from P.U.C. for their help and support. Thanks also to the couple who dropped off some really helpful donations at Mayflower Street and to the man on the Hoe who made a cash donation and hoped everyone would be O.K. #communitysupport #MakeADifference
Whether in the kitchen, creating and preparing the food for Plymouth Soup Run, or out on the “Run “ serving, the volunteers from Plymouth Christian Centre were busy on Friday. The cooks prepared chicken curry with potatoes and peas, veggie pasta and courgette, pea and mint soup, all of which were very well received. The fresh orange juice from FareShare South West was a welcome addition to the drinks menu. ![]()
As is often the case on a Friday the number of people served was slightly lower than on some nights, However, a number of people needed additional support including medical attention. ![]()
Many thanks to ALL the volunteers for their help on another hot evening.
Friday mornings are always busy collecting the food from FareShare South West, so it was great to have some extra help from #owenwilliams today. And that wasn’t all, this afternoon he put all the food labels (130) on the lids for Sunday’s hot meals. Many thanks Owen. #helpingothers
On a warm Thursday evening the Lions Club of Plymouth CIO were busy serving 87 people on Plymouth Soup Run. The team had a choice of 3 types of sandwiches, lots of pasties, and snacks, plus hot drinks and bottles of water. The chicken and vegetable soup, made by Ian, was extremely popular with none left at the end. ![]()
2 sleeping bags and 2 day riders were given out, as well as lots of wet wipes. ![]()
Last night a number of people commented on how important the Soup Run is for them, helping them to make ends meet and providing them with much needed food.![]()
Many thanks to the Lions Club of Plymouth for their continuing support.
Once again a huge thank you to Mutley Baptist Church for organising and serving on Plymouth Soup Run on Wednesday evening. Another busy night with meals served to a total of 98 people. Not surprisingly, in this warm weather, there were lots of requests for water with 92 bottles given out. And, by the end of the evening, there were no socks, tee shirts, deoderants or wet wipes left! ![]()
1 referral was made to Path Devon and #plymouthcitycouncil out of hours were phoned with concerns shared about a vulnerable person.![]()
Many thanks to Mutley Baptist Church and all their volunteers.
On Tuesday Dan from Perillas Fish & Chip very kindly arranged for a generous donation of fish cakes and chips to be served by St Matts Plymouth on Plymouth Soup Run. Everyone was delighted to receive these. ![]()
As well as all the food and drinks, the team gave out 4 sleeping bags and there was a high demand for toiletries, socks, underwear & blankets. ![]()
Before leaving for the Run there was also time to celebrate a team member’s birthday. ![]()
Thanks to Dan, Perillas Fish & Chip and all the volunteers for their hard work and support.![]()
#communitysupport #teamwork #MakeADifference
Many thanks to everyone who helped collect, prepare and serve the food on Monday. As every Monday Hope Baptist Church organised the run with volunteers from their own church, #babcock T.U. and friends. As well as providing food it is always good to catch up with people and hear their news. 2 people who had been referred to Path Devon on Sunday were able to tell us about the help they had received on Monday. Another person told us that he now has a flat to move into. Whilst not everyone’s news was positive our volunteers will always be there to listen, signpost and support.![]()
And, as always, on a Monday StreetVet, Plymouth, were on hand to provide care and support for people’s pets.
It has been a busy weekend for Plymouth Soup Run with over 100 people served both on Saturday and Sunday. Last night, Sunday, there was JUST enough food for everyone with absolutely nothing left at the end. ![]()
Charlie prepared 100+ portions of Gardeners Pie, which was very well received, and there were sandwiches, soup, crisps, cakes, biscuits, hard boiled eggs, and hot and cold drinks as well. The hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows was, once again, very popular.![]()
Huge thanks to EVERYONE who helped. .
The team from #methodistcentralhall and #StPeterandtheHolyApostles, Plymouth, had a busy night on Saturday with a long queue of people waiting at the first stop. A total of 104 people were served during the evening.![]()
As well as food, 3 sleeping bags were given out and referrals, on people newly #streethomeless, will be forwarded to Path Devon. ![]()
Many thanks to all the volunteers for their help and support. ![]()
#teamwork #communitysupport #MakeADifference
There was a steady stream of people arriving at #Shekinah this morning for breakfast, a shower and a chance to sit quietly and relax. Many thanks to all the volunteers who, not only did the cooking this morning, Saturday, but also started the preparations for the Sunday night Plymouth Soup Run. ![]()
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On Friday the team from Plymouth Christian Centre served 55 people with 10 meals collected for family members. It was a quieter night with plenty of time to chat and listen to people. but as Thursday there was a high level of need. 4 sleeping bags were given out plus LOTS of toiletries. ![]()
The team collect food from FareShare South West and Devon & Cornwall Food Action - DCFA so there was a great variety of food with plenty for everyone. The kitchen team had prepared fresh vegetable soup and there was a choice of Vegetarian Lasagna, Steak Pie, Hunters Chicken Slices or Moroccan Pasties plus the usual sandwiches. A selection of hot and cold drinks was available plus the ever popular Pot Noodles. Many thanks to everyone at Plymouth Christian Centre for all their support and hard work.
On Thursday, another team crossed the Tamar to serve on Plymouth Soup Run, this time a team from Callington who were joined by #saltashtamarlions. It was another beautiful evening but with a high level of need. As well as food 6 sleeping bags were given out with lots of requests for underwear, socks and toiletries. ![]()
73 people were served, 6 extra bags with collected for family members and the surplus food was taken to George House BCHA. ![]()
Many thanks to #jeremygist and all the volunteers.
Without fail, every Wednesday evening, a team of volunteers from Mutley Baptist Church serve on Plymouth Soup Run, having sourced and prepared the food earlier. Last night was another beautiful, clear night with 87 people served. ![]()
Wednesday night is one of the main nights when clothes are available and, last night, lots of joggers, tee shirts and 2 coats were given out, as well as toiletries. ![]()
At the end of the evening the spare food was taken to George House, BCHA.![]()
Many thanks to Mutley Baptist Church and all their volunteers for supporting the Soup Run every week.
On a beautiful Tuesday evening, huge thanks to Bidfood UK for organising and serving on Plymouth Soup Run. The team had a fantastic selection of food. The hot food was Macaroni Cheese served with or without slow cooked pulled beef. The snack bags were full of goodies and there was a choice of sandwiches, cans of soft drinks and water, plus hot drinks and soup. With plenty of food for the 80 people who came to the Run, extras were available at the last stop and for family members.![]()
The team were also joined by Tara from Livewell Southwest who had some vapes available. ![]()
Everyone served left with a smile on their face and there were lots of appreciative thanks. ![]()
Many thanks to Bidfood and to everyone who helped.
On a warm and at times, very misty Monday evening, the team from Hope Baptist Church and #babcocktu served 100 people. There was plenty of food for everyone including 2 huge bags of food from Tesco. As always on a Monday the chicken was very popular. ![]()
2 sleeping bags, a blanket and a day rider, to go to a hospital appointment, were also given out. A number of updates were sent to Path Devon.![]()
Every Monday StreetVet Plymouth are on hand to support with any animals in need of help. ![]()
Many thanks to everyone involved. Great #teamwork #communitysupport
