108 Mile Walk For Holy Trinity Night Shelter - Ollie Wyllie
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Ollie Wyllie is the deputy manager of Holy Trinity Night Shelter, an independent charity supporting people experiencing homelessness in Bishop’s Stortford.
The shelter provides overnight accommodation during the winter and runs drop-in sessions throughout the year. Guests can receive food, shower, wash their clothes and access support for issues including housing, addiction and mental health.
In this episode, Ollie talks about completing a 108-mile walk around North Norfolk to raise money for a new shower facility at the shelter. He also reflects on recovering from a serious motorcycle accident, the physical challenges of the walk, and the volunteers who keep the shelter operating.
Links
Holy Trinity Night Shelter:
https://www.htwinternightshelter.org/
GoFundMe:
https://gofund.me/ad92cc0f3
Stortford Spotlight
Billboard in Jackson Square
“It could be you.”
Ollie chose this to encourage more people to volunteer, but also to remind people that one life-changing event can unexpectedly leave someone needing help from the shelter.
Secret Spot
Bluebell Wood
Ollie chose Bluebell Wood near Twyford Lock as a peaceful place to walk and decompress after a stressful shift.
Local Legends
Holy Trinity Night Shelter Volunteers
Ollie highlighted the volunteers who serve meals, wash clothes, organise donations, prepare the shelter and stay overnight with guests during the winter.
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