UnityMK – Big Sleepout & Glasswalk 2025- SIGN UP HERE: https://wnsmk.beaconforms.com/form/f70b14f2
Are you brave enough to take on a challenge that truly changes lives?
This year, UnityMK invites compassionate individuals to step out of their comfort zones and raise vital funds by joining one—or both—of our powerful challenges:
Sleepout: Spend one night sleeping rough in a car park to experience a brief but thought-provoking insight into the challenges people face when forced to sleep rough.
Glasswalk: Walk barefoot across broken glass in a safe, supervised environment—an unforgettable mental and symbolic challenge.
💥 Choose your challenge
You can take part in:
The Glasswalk only (Friday 6th June)
The Big Sleepout only (Friday 6th–Saturday 7th June)
Both events for a unique and impactful experience
📍 Location:
Cranswick Convenience Foods
Steinbeck Crescent, Milton Keynes, MK4 4AE
(Kindly supported by Cranswick for the 4th year running)
🕒 Schedule
6:30 PM – First Glasswalk session (for Glasswalk-only participants)
7:30 PM – Second Glasswalk session (for Sleepout participants)
8:30 PM – Meet & greet for Big Sleepout
9:30 PM – Make camp
10:00 PM – Lights out
6:00 AM – Pack down & grab-and-go breakfast
Please note: Parking is limited. Car-sharing is encouraged.
🌙 The Big Sleepout
Swap your bed for a concrete car park and experience a night in the cold with just sleeping bags and cardboard. This challenge offers insight into the daily struggles our guests face and raises vital funds to support them.
🦶 The Glasswalk
Guided by expert facilitators from UK Firewalk, this unique experience is safe but incredibly powerful. Participants will be invited one by one to walk barefoot across broken glass, redefining what's possible and supporting the fight against homelessness. Glasswalking with UK Firewalk
“Glasswalking challenges our beliefs about what’s possible—it’s a powerful metaphor for embracing change.”
— UK Firewalk💡 Why We Do This
''UnityMK saved my life. They took me off the streets and gave me a bed in their night shelter service more than once. I still have challenges in my life, and UnityMK has continued to support me throughout''
Your participation means more guests like this can be supported on the path away from homelessness.
🧍 Who Can Join?
Glasswalk: Suitable for ages 12+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). Consult your GP if unsure of fitness.
Sleepout: Participants must be physically able to spend the night outside. Children under 12 are not recommended and under-18s must be supervised.
🧳 What You’ll Need
Glasswalk: Comfortable clothing and easily removable footwear
Sleepout: Warm clothing, sleeping bag, torch, gloves, and a hat. Cardboard will be provided for sleeping on.
💰 Fundraising
Minimum sponsorship: £50 per participant (But remember this is an opportunity to raise as much as possible to make a lasting difference to the lives of people struggling in our city.)
Set up a JustGiving page and link it to our campaign- www.justgiving.com/campaign/unitymk-big-sleepout-and-glasswalk-2025
Using your Social media by writing a post and including a link to your JustGiving page is a great way to ask friends, family and colleagues, to support you.
Need help? Email: fundraising@unitymk.org
⚠️ Health & Safety
This is an entirely outdoor event
Waivers must be signed for both activities
Participants must follow all facilitator and site safety instructions
Alcohol, illegal substances, and nut-containing food are prohibited
Notify staff immediately if you are unwell or injured
Under-18s must be supervised at all times
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