Warm and welcoming spaces

Venues across Plymouth are opening their doors again this winter to offer people a safe, warm space, as part of the city's cost of living support for residents.

Household Support Funds have been distributed to the Council by the Government to help those who are struggling to afford energy, water, food and other essentials because of the rise in cost of living, as part of this funding, businesses have the opportunity to apply to become a Welcoming Space this winter.

The warm, welcome spaces were a success last year, many locations stayed open all year round, running regular community cafes or events to help bring people together and support them.

Organisations that are interested in registering as a Welcoming Space can also do so via this link, this must be submitted by 5pm on Friday 1 November 2024.

Applications should be for additional provision, not funding existing activity.

Applications are welcome that include activities to connect people and encourage volunteering and the sharing of food or skills.