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In the press: Cambridge 105 — Cambridge Challenges

This Sunday we joined Lewis Herbert on Cambridge 105 Radio for a discussion about single homelessness in Cambridge this winter. Lewis was joined by Cambridge Cyrenians’ Director, James Martin; Barry Griffiths, Community and Communications Manager, Jimmy’s Cambridge; and Chris Jenkin, chair of It Takes a City.

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Jake's Story

It only takes one change in circumstances for homelessness to happen. For Jake*, it started with a rotator cuff injury at work. He lost his job, then his home, and found himself sleeping on a park bench in the freezing cold on his first night without one.

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Pete's story

When Pete* was referred to Cambridge Cyrenians by his social worker, he wasn't facing immediate homelessness, but he was at risk of losing his independence without urgent support.

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Renée's story

When Renée* arrived at Cambridge Cyrenians, she was carrying an enormous amount. She had been living in a women's refuge, was managing a thyroid cancer diagnosis, and was travelling regularly into Cambridge for hospital treatment and check-ups.

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Fifty-five years of Cambridge Cyrenians: supporters gather to mark the milestone

Cambridge Cyrenians marked its 55th anniversary this week with a breakfast networking event at 95 Regent Street, bringing together supporters, partners and our friends to celebrate more than five decades of work tackling homelessness in Cambridge.

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A Splash of Colour: How Menor and Artists Transformed Our Newest Supported House

Our newest supported house has bare walls no longer. Thanks to Menor and three generous artists, the space now has colour, and feels more of a home.

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Calling all runners! Run for Cambridge Cyrenians in the Cambridge Half Marathon

Fancy lacing up for a good cause? We're taking part in the Cambridge Half Marathon again next year, and we're looking for runners to join our team.Every step you run helps fund our work supporting people experiencing homelessness in Cambridge.

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Cambridge Cyrenians 55th Anniversary Celebration & Breakfast Networking

Celebrate the 55th anniversary of Cambridge Cyrenians. Learn more about our impact and the work we have done to support people experiencing homelessness in Cambridge, network with other businesses and organisations

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Cambridge Cyrenians at Cambridge Pride 2026

Cambridge Cyrenians will be at Cambridge Pride on 13th June 2026. Come and chat to us in the Community Hive tent!

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Cambridge Cyrenians at Cambridge Half Marathon 2026

Five incredible runners will be taking on the Cambridge Half Marathon in support of Cambridge Cyrenians. Come along to cheer them on - just look for the Cambridge Cyrenians branded running t-shirts!

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