The Purfleet Trust

31/10/2026

🎃 Getting into the Halloween spirit with our pumpkin carving workshop!

Here at Purfleet, we already have one eye on Christmas! We're in need of fairy lights and long tinsel - if you have any spare, please drop them off at our Health & Wellbeing Centre!

Thank you ✨🎄

27/10/2026

It's been a pleasure to be partnered up with our local Snettisham CO-OP, and we're really grateful for their support with our community allotment, the Purfleet Patch, which has bought people together in our community to learn and grow together.

Thanks to Co-op members, we have received a fantastic donation of £1971.00 through their Local Community Fund.

Co-op are supporting us again throughout 2027 with our new project at Purfleet Place. Make sure you sign up as a Co-op member - your membership could help make a difference!

https://membership.coop.co.uk/causes/101225

27/10/2026

Today, we’ve been chatting with some of our clients at our Health & Wellbeing Centre about stopping smoking and the support available to help them take that step 🚭

With resources from Smokefree Norfolk we’re helping our clients explore the options available and take positive steps towards better health and wellbeing.

Smoking remains a significant health inequality for the people we support. According to Homeless Link Unhealthy State of Homelessness 2025 report, 77% of respondents experiencing homelessness reported that they are smokers - which shows just how important these conversations are.

Every conversation can help make a difference! 💬

23/10/2026

Our latest cooking class at the Health & Wellbeing Centre was a veggie filled bolognese - quick and easy with each portion costing around £1.50 each!

Our cooking workshops are all about showing that eating well doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. They’re also a chance to get creative in the kitchen, build confidence and discover just how enjoyable cooking can be!

A huge thank you to our supporters for your recent donations of kitchen equipment, helping us bring more cooking workshops to our Training Houses. By learning to cook in their kitchens, our residents will build confidence in their own spaces and develop essential life skills to prepare for their independent futures.

23/10/2026

We will be at Snettisham CO-OP today from 1.30pm!

We're delighted that Co-op have been such fantastic supporters of Purfleet recently and we're excited to have the opportunity meet some of the Co-op members that have supported our work.

We will be holding a raffle as well as a collection for our clients' Christmas Gift Appeal - please give generously!

Pop by for a chat with us if you can!

21/10/2026

What a great opportunity to welcome LacysFitness to the Centre to deliver a step class for our Women’s Day! 💜

Light-hearted movement is a great way to boost mood, build confidence and improve wellbeing, without the pressure of getting everything right. Most importantly, it’s about having fun, trying something new and enjoying the benefits of moving together in a safe, supportive space.

A huge thank you to Alive Lynnsport for their support with equipment and Lacy for getting everyone moving! 💃

20/10/2026

💙 Bringing health services together, all in one place.

We recently welcomed a range of health organisations to our centre for our Pathways to Health Hub, giving the people we support access to drop-in advice, information and health clinics in one convenient place.

This session helped make essential health services more accessible to people experiencing homelessness and those facing additional barriers to healthcare.

A number of our clients received their winter flu vaccination, which is particularly important for people experiencing homelessness and those with pre-existing health conditions. We also welcomed Smokefree Norfolk, supporting our ongoing commitment to raising awareness of smoking-related health risks and helping people access support to quit - as well as many more vital services!

A big thank you to Norfolk NHS Health Checks Smokefree Norfolk NHS Hep C clinic, for joining us and making the session possible. 🙌

By bringing services together, we can make it easier for people to access the advice, care and support they need to move forward with their health and wellbeing.

20/10/2026

📺 How well do you know your British TV sitcoms?

Join us for a fun-filled Quiz Night in support of The Purfleet Trust! Gather your team, put your TV knowledge to the test and enjoy an evening of quizzing, a raffle and refreshments, all while supporting people experiencing homelessness across West Norfolk. 💙

📅 Friday 20th November
📍 South Lynn Community Centre, 10 St. Michaels Road, South Lynn, PE30 5HE
🕖 7pm for a 7.30pm start
👥 Teams of 6
🎟️ £4 per person

Booking is essential! To register your team, contact quizmaster Paul at [email protected]

Bring your best sitcom knowledge and join us for a great night in support of a great cause! 🙌

19/10/2026

Want to give back in our community?

Purfleet Pantry are looking for volunteers to join their team!

Drop them a message to find out more and see how you can make a difference.

Could you spare a few hours to make a difference in your community?

We’re looking for volunteers to join our friendly team at Purfleet Pantry!

Whether you can give a few hours each week or have more time to spare, we have flexible volunteering opportunities to suit you. We’ll work with you to find a role that fits your availability.

With an exciting new project on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to get involved, meet new people and make a positive difference in your local community.

Drop us a message to find out more ❤️

12/10/2026

A house transformed - thank you Hayley! ✨

We’re celebrating the wonderful , whose creativity, passion and commitment have played a huge part in bringing our newest Women’s House to life.

A long-term supporter of The Purfleet Trust, Hayley has been involved from the very beginning, helping transform the property into a welcoming home where three women can feel safe and supported as they begin rebuilding their confidence, developing their independence and looking towards a brighter future.

From sourcing and upcycling furniture second-hand furniture to bringing the whole space together with a vision of warmth, Hayley has shown just how much can be achieved with imagination, determination and a big heart.

Thank you for helping us to create a place where new beginnings can take shape - we can't wait to see what the future holds for the house and its new residents 💙