‘Swans Big Sleep Out’ to return to Swansea.com Stadium this November

The ‘Swans Big Sleep Out’ will return to the Swansea.com Stadium this November as Swansea City AFC Foundation and Matthew’s House partner up to raise awareness of homelessness.

This year’s event will take place on Friday November 14, almost exactly one year on from last year’s ‘Swans Big Sleep Out’, which raised over £36,000.

Sleeping out for one night is no comparison to the realities of homelessness, but it does give participants a better understanding of what some people are dealing with on a regular basis.

The Foundation is inviting individuals and businesses to sign up to spend the night at the Swansea.com Stadium and raise crucial funds for Matthew’s House and Swansea City AFC Foundation, with both charities working to tackle homelessness head on. 

“This event isn’t just about one night, it’s about standing together to say 'we care'," said Thom Lynch, Mathew's House project leader.

"The 'Swans Big Sleep Out' helps us keep doing what we do at Matthew’s House: providing support, food, and hope to people who need it most.

"Doing that alongside the club and Foundation, in the middle of our city, shows the kind of community we are – one that turns up when it counts.

“For the people we support, hope can feel a million miles away. But nights like this bring it closer.

“The Big Sleep Out isn’t just about raising money, it’s about standing in the gap, showing up when it’s uncomfortable, and saying with our actions that no one should face life alone.

“Every pound raised helps us offer dignity, warmth, and a welcome to someone who needs it. That’s what this is about.”

The funds raised for the 'Swans Big Sleep Out' will also contribute towards giving 10 young people the opportunity of a lifetime; with the Swans Foundation representing Wales at the upcoming Street Child United World Cup in 2026.

“This will be a once in a lifetime experience for 10 street-connected young people from local communities across Swansea, many of whom have never left the county, let alone represented their country overseas,” said Beth Robinson, targeted interventions manager at Swansea City AFC Foundation.

“Funds raised from the Sleep Out will help us to shine a spotlight on children living in street situations, the adversities they face and the fundamental rights they lack.”

You can also support the project without taking part in the sleep out by clicking the button to donate, should you wish to do so, below.

ON THE NIGHT

The ‘Swans Big Sleep Out’ will be held at the Swansea.com Stadium on Friday November 14 and will begin at 7pm. A full timetable of the evening can be found below:

7pm – Arrival and registration

7.30pm – Welcome and housekeeping

7.45pm – Hot food will be served (donated by Compass)

8.15pm – Presentation from Matthew’s House

8.30pm – Presentation from Swansea City AFC Foundation

8.45pm – Personal impact story

9pm – Performance from Matthew’s House Choir

9.45pm – Mal Pope & Lee Trundle

10.30pm – Noise down

11pm – Lights out

6am – Breakfast (donated by Compass)

Hot drinks and access to toilets will be available throughout the night.

Be Prepared! You will need:

• Warm clothing and waterproofs – lots of layers!
• Hat, gloves and scarf.
• Suitable footwear for the weather conditions and thick socks.
• Sleeping bag.
• Roll mat or cardboard to sleep on (and build shelter if you wish).
• Any medication you require for an overnight stay (this will be your responsibility).

You may also consider bringing:

• Extra blankets.
• Plastic sheeting or tarpaulin to cover the ground.
• Snacks, refillable water bottle, refillable flask for hot drinks.

Please do not bring:

• Expensive personal items or money. You will not need any money during the event as refreshments will be provided free of charge.
• Alcohol.
• Air mattresses.
• Tents.

Sign up now and start fundraising!

To register, please click HERE to complete the registration form and pay a £25 registration fee.

Places are limited to 100 so the registration fee secures your place, makes a contribution towards administration costs, and kick starts your fundraising with a 50/50 contribution to each charity.

Participants are encouraged to raise £250 each in the lead up to the event, with the 'Big Swans Sleep Out' hoping to raise a target of £40,000, which will be incredibly valuable in supporting homeless people in Swansea.

Any person raising over £1,000 will receive a signed Swansea City shirt and the person raising the most will be invited into hospitality at a Swansea City match, being presented with their shirt on the pitch before the game.

If you need any support with fundraising, please get in touch with Swansea City AFC Foundation by emailing emma@swansfoundation.org.uk or Matthew’s House by emailing friends@matthewshouse.org.uk.