A café supporting people experiencing homelessness has reached a new milestone.
The Night Life Café in Southampton, a partnership project between City Life Church and homeless charity Two Saints, has welcomed its 2,500th visitor since opening in June.
Located at Two Saints’ day centre on Cranbury Avenue, the café opens from 4pm to 8pm and provides food, drink, and a safe, welcoming environment for those in need.
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Paul Woodman, leader of City Life Church, said: "Our aim has always been to create a calm, friendly atmosphere where people feel seen and supported.
"The people who use the café are often hungry, and more recently cold, but what really matters is that they know we are here to help.
"We want everyone who comes through the doors to experience kindness and a sense of community."
The café offers hot drinks, biscuits, and simple meals such as Pot Noodles, alongside a place to talk, relax, or enjoy games like Scrabble, Connect 4, and cards.
Mr Woodman said: "It's not just about food and warmth. It's about human connection.
"We talk, we laugh, and we create moments of normality that remind people they matter."
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Since its launch, the Night Life Café has welcomed an average of 25 guests per evening, with its busiest night seeing 44 visitors.
The café is run primarily by volunteers, and both new helpers and sponsors are always welcome.
Donations to support the project can be made through City Life Church or Two Saints.
Kenna Young of Two Saints said: "The Night Life Café is a great example of how partners can work together, pooling resources to provide much-needed safe spaces, empathy, and human connection."
