Inside Bournemouth’s Night Patrol: Supporting Vulnerable People

Описание: In this episode of the Your Voice | Dorset Podcast, Luke sits down with Chris and Gary from Bournemouth Pastors — a volunteer team dedicated to keeping people safe during the town’s busy nightlife.

Founded in 2017, Bournemouth Pastors patrol every Saturday night (and monthly pay-day Fridays), supporting anyone who needs help — from vulnerable or lost individuals to those suffering the effects of alcohol, drugs, emotional distress, or separation from friends.

They share:

🔹 What a typical night of patrolling Bournemouth looks like
🔹 Real stories of people they’ve helped — from students robbed while unconscious to a teenage girl found collapsed on the beach
🔹 How they work alongside police, door staff, paramedics, and the council
🔹 The equipment they carry: water, foil blankets, defibrillator, bleed kits & more
🔹 Their vital role in Bournemouth earning the Purple Flag Award for a safe and vibrant night-time economy
🔹 Their school outreach talks and life-saving safety advice
🔹 How they built the organisation from scratch after moving to the area

This episode highlights the unseen, compassionate work that helps keep Bournemouth's nightlife safe — one person at a time.

👇 If you’d like to support Bournemouth Pastors or learn more about volunteering, check out the links below.

https://bournemouthtownpastors.org.uk/

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