Beat The Streets saw Nottingham come together once again as more than 58 artists, bands and poets performed across city centre venues to thousands of people, all in the cause of transforming the lives of rough sleepers.
Now it can be revealed that this year’s festival in January has raised more than £50,000 for Framework to help rough sleepers in Nottingham. Every ticket, merch sale, tombola and drink bought has gone towards the completion of brand new high quality homes in Basford for rough sleepers with round the clock support.
It brings the fundraising total to £604,155 since the festival was launched by DHP Family in 2018, which has supported a wide range of initiatives in the city from brand new accommodation and the opening of the winter shelter during covid to mental health support and street outreach.
Today (11 March), it has been announced that Beat The Streets 2027 will take place on Sunday 31 January with tickets now on sale.
Framework CEO Claire McGonigle said: “It’s fantastic to see Beat the Streets achieve another successful year. We’re incredibly grateful to DHP, the staff who give their time, and the artists who share their talent to make the festival possible. Framework’s partnership with DHP is not only a creative and meaningful way to raise vital funds and amplify our message, but a powerful example of what can be achieved when people come together with kindness and compassion.
“Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket or donated. Beat the Streets is something Nottingham can be proud of, uniting our community each year to tackle homelessness and disadvantage. No one in our city should be without a home, and I am grateful to everyone who shares that belief and supports our work.
“This year’s impressive total will go towards Lee House, our supported accommodation in Nottingham for men with a history of rough sleeping. Lee House is a powerful example of how trauma‑informed, compassionate supported housing can transform lives. I’m delighted that DHP is helping us continue to show the real impact this approach can have.”
Former rough sleeper, Lisa, 48, turned her life around with support from Framework, who found her sleeping on the streets of Nottingham. After the street outreach team gained her trust, Lisa accepted a room in a hostel. Now she has stayed clean for more than two years after a lifetime of addiction following an abusive relationship, and is looking forward to a positive future, thanks to the effective trauma-led support provided by Framework.
Lisa said: “Without Framework, I wouldn’t be here now. They just kept coming to see me every day until I was ready to accept their help. The support I’ve received is so much more than just a bed. Thanks to Framework’s ongoing support, I’m finally taking the right steps to get my life on track. I’m so grateful for this chance, and proud to share my story as I hope it will encourage others to know they can change their lives for the better too, if they take the help on offer.”
A golden ticket to a year of Rock City shows added an extra £1000 to the fundraising total, with more special items to be on offer next year. DHP is also supporting a volunteering initiative – Rock Corps – with a Rock City concert featuring Tinie Tempah and JayaHadaDream as a reward for participants.
DHP MD George Akins said: “We are all really proud here to stage such an important event for our city, raising money for a vital cause that we care deeply about. Passing the £600k milestone in 2026 is brilliant and we’re already looking forward to next year.”
Beat The Streets tickets, giving access to all participating venues throughout the whole day, are available for the recommended donation of £20. www.alttickets.com/beat-the-streets-tickets
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