For one night only! Swap your bed for a sleeping bag and give a homeless person a chance of a better future. October 3rd starting at 8pm, Seaview Project, Hatherley Road, St leonards On Sea.
Returning for its 7th year, the Big Sleep encourages teams and individuals to sleep out in a secured space in Hattons Yard warehouse, Hatherley Road, St Leonards and experience a little of what it’s like to sleep rough. The event starts next door at Seaview Project Wellbeing Centre, at 8pm and promises to be an unforgettable night which will leave you reflecting for some time to come.
Join us for an entertaining evening featuring LIVE performances from Seaview band Monsat Inc, Glastonbury legend Sister Susie and award-winning blues man King Size Slim!!
In addition to the music, there will be a chance to learn more about Seaview and hear from, and speak with, people who have lived experience of homelessness and rough sleeping.
Sleepers are granted free entry to the Big Sleep LIVE event once they have raised £25 on their fundraising page. And, if you don’t want to sleep out, but want to come to the LIVE event, you can! Join in the fun by picking up a ticket for the LIVE event only, starting at 8pm and finishing around 11pm. Tickets for just the LIVE event will be available to purchase on the night for a minimum donation of £5.
Under 18? Check our Get Involved page to see how you can sleep out and help raise awareness and funds for homeless people locally.
SAVE THE DATE, 3rd of OCTOBER 2025.
Raising awareness and vital funds for rough sleepers and homeless people locally, you can be part of the solution.
Follow our socials as information on venue, entertainment and plans are revealed.
Rough sleeping won’t go away, today or tomorrow, but with your help we can make a difference!
SLEEP OUTDOORS FOR ONE NIGHT
Is there a minimum amount I need to raise to take part?
Yes, we ask everyone to raise a minimum of £25 on their online Just Giving fundraising page. The person to raise the highest fundraising will receive a meal for two in a local restaurant to celebrate. Prizes will be announced on the night.
To set up your linked Just Giving fundraising page visit our campaign here and click on the orange button labelled ‘Start Fundraising’. Follow the instructions to set up your page.
See T&C’s for prizes. Sign up here!
Can I participate as a group?
You can join as an individual or as a group. Maximum of 6 people per team and the team to raise the highest fundraising will receive a meal out at a local restaurant to celebrate.
To set up your linked Just Giving fundraising page visit our campaign here and click on the orange button labelled ‘Start Fundraising’. Follow the instructions to set up your page.
See T&C’s for prizes. Sign up here!
What prizes are available?
Once fundraising targets are reached, you will receive a free Big Sleep T-shirt or free Big Sleep hoodies.
Prizes for the highest individual and team fundraisers on offer. (Please see T&C’s)
Is there an age limit for this event?
The public event is strictly for over 18’s.
However, if you are under 18 and would like to participate in the experience, you can, in a safe, private home space. (Terms and conditions apply.)
We advise participants aged 65 and over to seek medical advice before registering.
Will I be safe?
The idea of the event is to show support and raise awareness of issues facing homelessness but not to attempt to put you in danger. There is no denying the outdoors is an open and exposed place to sleep. The Big Sleep will be a challenge and it’s important to help take responsibility for your own safety. In addition, the area will be securely fenced off and there will be awake marshals throughout the event. First aiders will also be on site.
Weather conditions may prove a challenge as we enter October, so remember to bring a warm sleeping bag, a roll mat or cardboard and any blankets you may have! If rain is forecast we will allow small pop-up tents, remember it will be a tarmacked surface so only weight will keep the tent secure.
How do I register online?
There are many ways to be involved. Please visit the ‘Get Involved‘ page for further information.
How do I create a fundraising page?
After you have completed the registration form on the Get Involved page, visit our Just Giving Big Sleep 2025 campaign page to create your linked fundraising page and get sharing!
If you have any trouble setting up your fundraising page, please email us at admin@seaviewproject.org.uk and we can help.
What do I need to prepare for the sleep out?
A warm sleeping bag and roll mat or cardboard, these are essential items for staying safe and managing your wellbeing during the challenge. If you do not have a sleeping bag or underlay, Seaview will have a few available on a first come first serve basis.
Please note: Without these items you will not be permitted to sleep out.
Warm, waterproof clothing is also advised.
Can I just attend Seaview Live?
Yes! There are a limited number of tickets available for a minimum donation of £5 for people to attend just the Seaview Live music event and not participate with the sleep out. Tickets will be released on a first come first serve basis, available to purchase on the night.
Will there be refreshments and food available on the night?
Yes! Hot drinks will be available throughout the LIVE event and the sleep out. There will be a soup run before bedding down and a breakfast run in the morning, both taking place in Seaview.
Please note this is strictly an alcohol free event.
Terms and conditions
Full terms and conditions are available here.
SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS
We’re looking for sponsors for The Big Sleep 2025.
Get in touch if you’d like to become a sponsor and have your company logo featured below and find out additional benefits we can offer business sponsors!
