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Client stories

The success of the 700 Club can be measured in many ways - the number of bed-nights it has provided, the fact that it has survived for two decades, but the most meaningful indicator of success are the individual stories of people who have accessed its services at a time of vulnerability, and then gone on to live independent, happy and fulfilled lives. Read more

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Our Achievements

The 700 Club have provided more than 350,000 bed-nights to those who would otherwise be forced to sleep rough, to sleep on a friend's floor, or to occupy some other kind of inappropriate accommodation. Read more

Overnight Bank Staff

700 Club require Overnight Bank Workers across the organisation, paid on a shift by shift basis. If you feel this would be something you could do, please make contact. Full training provided. Read more

Begging in Darlington

Jointly funded by the Police Commissioner and Yorkshire and Clydesdale Bank the 700 Club work with those who bed on the streets of Darlington. Read more

Responding to Begging

Begging is an issue in many town and cities, including Darlington. Beggars can intimidate and emotionally blackmail members of the public, and for retailers standing outside their premises, they can be disruptive of trade. The message from Police, Local Authority and the Voluntary Sector is please don't give. Read more

Streetlink

Early Intervention Outreach Project

The 700 Club Early Intervention Project is a jointly funded partnership between Darlington Borough Council and Durham Police. It is based on the belief that big and costly problems can be prevented if they are addressed when they are still small. Read more

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Darlington Academy Supports 700 Club

Pupils at Hummersknott Academy assembled to hand over a cheque for £1040 to the 700 Club in support of work in Darlington. The money was the product of fund-raising during the 18/19 academic year and will be used to provide emergency beds at the Lodge and to widen the opportunities of those who are living in hostel accommodation. Thank you Hummersknott.

Thank you Virgin Money

The Virgin Money Foundation provided funding in support of Bridge2Home. That funding has now come to an end and we are seeking continuity funding. It costs about £2000 a month to provide this valuable service - if you can help, please get in touch.

A Multi-agency Approach to Help Those Begging

Agencies came together today to launch 'Have a Heart Give Smart', an initiative that encourages the generous people of Darlington to give to the charities that support those begging rather than to the person on the street.

Help those who beg

Loose change feeds problems, it is not a solution. Help us bring support to those who beg. People beg for different reasons, but for all it is symptomatic of need. Help us to meet the person's needs so that they are not diminished by the need to beg.

Who are we?

Bridge2Home

Bridge2Home opens the door to the privately rented sector for those who are financially excluded from this sector because they cannot afford the bond.

The Lodge

The Lodge offers a temporary 'home' for people who are in housing crisis. If you are already rough sleeping, or in danger of doing so, call us for advice or call in at the Council's Housing Department for a Key Point of Access assessment. You can also self-refer to the Lodge.

Supported Accommodation

The 700 Club provides 29 units of supported accommodation across its two hostels in Darlington. Clients stay for up to a year as the progress towards independence.

Work for us

Roles become vacant from time to time. Why not apply to become part of our team? The 700 Club actively promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We select all candidates based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

Emergency Food

Out of hours food is held by the 700 Club at its hostel St. George's Hall in Elmfield Street. The store is available for access on all evenings and during the weekend. Agencies may refer people with whom they may have some involvement, but clients can call at St. George's Hall without referral.

Our History

Overnight Bank Staff

700 Club require Overnight Bank Workers across the organisation, paid on a shift by shift basis. If you feel this would be something you could do, please make contact. Full training provided.

Early Intervention Outreach Project

Sponsor a room

We believe that no one should be left with no alternative but to sleep on the streets or on a friends sofa. To allow it diminishes not only those forced to do so but also those who know about it, but refuse to act. Together we can make a difference.

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Bridge2Home Pledgeholder

Pledge up to £50 a year and open the door of a home for someone who, without your help, would be excluded from the stability and security that having one's own home provides. Read more

Our Achievements

World Title for 700 Club Worker

Joanne Tonkin brought home both a silver and a gold medal after competing in the World kettlebell Championships 2018, Daugavpils, Latvia. Well done Joanne; we are proud of you. Read more

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