Marylebone Project

15/06/2026

As the Marylebone Project approaches its final chapter after nearly 100 years, there is a real sense of sadness in seeing it come to an end.

But we are also encouraged by the warmth, generosity, and support so many of you have shown.

Since we launched our appeal, you've helped us raise an incredible £100,000 to help our women move into safe and stable homes with the practical things they need to get started well.

But there is still more to do.

So far, we’ve helped 34 women to find new accommodation, but 59 are still on this journey. While the funds we’ve received make those move-ons as positive an experience as possible, it’s the support behind the scenes that now really matters.

Any further donations will go towards sustaining the team and the day-to-day support that ensures each woman is accompanied well through this transition – providing the care, consistency, and time each individual needs.

Church Army UK & Ireland made a conscious decision to close the Marylebone Project slowly and carefully so that every woman is supported properly through to the end. That means keeping the building open, continuing staffing, and allowing time beyond the final move-ons for it all to be completed well.

We know that how the Marylebone Project finishes is just as important as all it has achieved over the years.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this so far. Your support is already making a real difference and will continue to in these final months.

Read a recent report from BBC News about the Project and wider issues around women’s homelessness in London.

The Marylebone Project - London's longest running service for homeless women - is set to close in September.

30/03/2025

can be painful for so many of us, but today we're especially thinking of mothers who are struggling - like many of the women who are involved with the Marylebone Project.

Homelessness and motherhood can mean raising your children in a hotel room, having your children removed from your care, or going through the death of a child.

If you're having a hard day, we see you 💐

08/03/2025

Happy International Women's Day from the Marylebone Project! Small actions, big change - read about how you can support women facing homelessness this

https://www.maryleboneproject.org.uk/2025/03/07/international-womens-day-2025-8-ways-you-can-help-women-in-london/

22/02/2025

We’re incredibly proud of Mila for bravely sharing her story at the UK House of Lords
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Speaking at last week's Homeless Link Parliamentary Reception, Mila moved the room with her experiences of abuse, rough sleeping, and survival as an LGBTQ+ woman, "I remember choosing to buy lipstick over food once. The more vulnerable you look, the more at risk you are. It was survival."

Our Executive Manager Amy and Marketing Lead Fern joined to cheer Mila on and connect with other CEOs, leaders and MPs working to end homelessness.

Rushanara Ali, MP and Minister for Homelessness, even paid tribute to Mila, "I've had the pleasure to meet Mila at a previous event, and was privileged enough to hear her story of trauma and resilience. We have to make sure people who've experienced homelessness are central to everything we do. Thank you, Mila, for your work, and for bravely sharing your story."

With discussions on long-term funding for tailored and trauma-informed services like the Marylebone Project, the event left us cautiously hopeful for a future where no one is left behind.

24/01/2025

This is your friendly reminder to book your smear test! (if you've received a letter from your GP to do so)

📢 Many homeless women miss out on cervical screenings, putting them at risk of cervical cancer 💔

Our incredible colleague, Imogen Sagon, shared her insights with The Big Issue about the barriers women experiencing homelessness face when accessing cervical healthcare, and how she works to help.

💡 "Specialist health services tailored to the needs of homeless people are pretty uncommon, and gender specific services are rarer than they should be.”

👉 Read the full article to learn more This is your friendly reminder to book your smear test! (if you've received a letter from your GP to do so)

📢 Many homeless women miss out on cervical screenings, putting them at risk of cervical cancer 💔

Our incredible colleague, Imogen Sagon, shared her insights with The Big Issue about the barriers women experiencing homelessness face when accessing cervical healthcare, and how she works to help.

💡 "Specialist health services tailored to the needs of homeless people are pretty uncommon, and gender specific services are rarer than they should be.”

👉 Read the full article to learn more https://www.bigissue.com/news/social-justice/homeless-women-smear-tests-cervical-screening/

20/01/2025

Fancy taking on a fundraising challenge, but the thought of doing a Run puffs you out before you've even put your trainers on?

We bring you - the London Night Walk on Friday 14th March. Still challenging at 10k, half marathon or marathon distances, but much easier on the knees.

💜 Join the Marylebone Project for the Night Walk on Friday 14th March 2025
💜 Raise money for women facing homelessness and crisis in London
💜 Get a group together, bag a free Marylebone Project T shirt, and do something incredible this

Each step you take will help our ladies take their next step out of homelessness and back into independent living.

Find out more and sign up here 👉🏻 https://www.maryleboneproject.org.uk/2025/01/14/london-night-walk-2025/

Please do send us a DM with any questions!

08/01/2025

Women artists from the Marylebone Project are making their mark at the historic Marylebone Station!

These poignant artworks were created through our art therapy programme by women with lived experience of homelessness and are displayed with their consent.

The artists are deeply moved and proud to see their work showcased for the public. One client shared how meaningful it was to see her peers' art displayed on the walls of a station she once used as shelter during a difficult time.

The display runs until January 22nd - be sure to take a look if you're passing through.

Thank you Chiltern Railways and Make it Marylebone for making this happen.

27/12/2024

Marylebone Project festivities! We hope you had a wonderful Christmas. We've been open and providing Christmas Dinners, activities, company - and even a gingerbread truck - for our 112 residents and the 30+ women that come to our Sanctuary drop in centre every 24 hours.

This period is one of the loneliest for a lot of our community, but we try to combat this by being a space where women can come, get what they need and just *exist*, or they can engage with housing advice, chat with others and take part in relaxing activities.

If you'd like to support our work please consider doing so - just £5 can provide a hot meal over the festive period to a woman in need. https://www.maryleboneproject.org.uk/support-us/donate/

26/12/2024

🍳 We’re back with Blanche, our incredible volunteer chef, who shares the cooking skills her mother passed down to nourish women in need. At the Marylebone Project, meals aren’t just food - they’re moments of connection, comfort, and hope.

For just £5, you can provide a hot meal for a woman this festive period. It’s a small gesture that reminds her she’s not alone - a meal shared is a moment of hope.

💜 Help us make sure women in London don't go without this winter. Donate today:

https://www.maryleboneproject.org.uk/support-us/donate/

24/12/2024

As we sit down to festive meals this Christmas, it’s easy to take the comfort of food for granted. For many women at the Marylebone Project, however, this week is a stark reminder of challenges like separation from family, mental health struggles, child removal, and the stigma of homelessness.

👩‍🍳 Meet Blanche, our volunteer chef, who understands the profound power of nourishment. A meal isn’t just food - it’s warmth, dignity, and a moment of connection.

Spread the gratitude by giving back this Christmas - just £28 provides a woman with a safe space at our Sanctuary, a hot meal, a shower, clean clothes, and, most importantly, community.

💜 Donate today to bring hope to women this Christmas https://www.maryleboneproject.org.uk/support-us/donate/