Big Breakfast Plus Charity 1197825
@bigbreakfastplus.bsky.social
We serve freshly cooked breakfasts for hungry people in a warm and welcoming environment. Open 7 mornings a week 7.30-9 am Pilgrim Centre, Regents Circus, Swindon. Recipients of the Kings Award for Voluntary Service
Thank you to Fionna Hewitt-Twamley for bringing Myra's Story back to Swindon, and a huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated last night. We raised an astounding £1784.53 in cash and card donations, and we are also seeing more come in through our Local Giving Page.
buff.ly/t4aMBfT
buff.ly/t4aMBfT
February 2, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Thank you to Fionna Hewitt-Twamley for bringing Myra's Story back to Swindon, and a huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated last night. We raised an astounding £1784.53 in cash and card donations, and we are also seeing more come in through our Local Giving Page.
buff.ly/t4aMBfT
buff.ly/t4aMBfT
86 breakfasts served this morning, and we received a lovely donation of baked goods to give out to our guests. We try and make our breakfast offering as healthy as possible but we all need the occasional treat, so gifts like these are always well received.
February 2, 2026 at 11:12 AM
86 breakfasts served this morning, and we received a lovely donation of baked goods to give out to our guests. We try and make our breakfast offering as healthy as possible but we all need the occasional treat, so gifts like these are always well received.
Bittersweet news. Karma steps down from volunteering today with this update: “102 perfect breakfasts out of the hatch , it felt like many many more !
Thanks guys for being a dream team on my last shift.
You are just the best x”
Thanks guys for being a dream team on my last shift.
You are just the best x”
February 1, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Bittersweet news. Karma steps down from volunteering today with this update: “102 perfect breakfasts out of the hatch , it felt like many many more !
Thanks guys for being a dream team on my last shift.
You are just the best x”
Thanks guys for being a dream team on my last shift.
You are just the best x”
81 breakfasts served this morning by our Thursday volunteers. Many of our volunteers come in on set days meaning that each daily shift has it's own dynamic and approach. What they all share is the impressive ability to come together as a team and deliver a seamless breakfast service.
January 29, 2026 at 10:09 AM
81 breakfasts served this morning by our Thursday volunteers. Many of our volunteers come in on set days meaning that each daily shift has it's own dynamic and approach. What they all share is the impressive ability to come together as a team and deliver a seamless breakfast service.
There are still tickets available for the amazing Myra's Story at The Wyvern Theatre this Sunday evening. The below video was recorded when the show visited Swindon last year and gives an idea of just how great this play is.
For Tickets:
For Tickets:
Audience Reactions | Myra's Story | UK & Ireland Tour
Captured in Swindon's Wyvern Theatre, learn a little about what our audience thought of Myra's Story. The four-time smash-hit at the Edinburgh Fringe is a must-see as it continues its tour across the…
buff.ly
January 28, 2026 at 5:47 PM
There are still tickets available for the amazing Myra's Story at The Wyvern Theatre this Sunday evening. The below video was recorded when the show visited Swindon last year and gives an idea of just how great this play is.
For Tickets:
For Tickets:
You won't see friendly faces and a good chat on the menu at most cafés but it's a huge part of what makes our café special. Serving 62 breakfasts this morning might seem a wild swing from the 125 breakfasts we served last Tuesday but our quieter days leave more time for for important conversations.
January 28, 2026 at 11:45 AM
You won't see friendly faces and a good chat on the menu at most cafés but it's a huge part of what makes our café special. Serving 62 breakfasts this morning might seem a wild swing from the 125 breakfasts we served last Tuesday but our quieter days leave more time for for important conversations.
Imagine 94 freshly cooked breakfasts served by the super Sunday sorters led by Team Leader Karma #happydays #amazingvolunteers #communitymatters
January 25, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Imagine 94 freshly cooked breakfasts served by the super Sunday sorters led by Team Leader Karma #happydays #amazingvolunteers #communitymatters
We welcomed Thalia to breakfast service on Monday. Thalia is studying Journalism with the University of Portsmouth and has written a feature article on Big Breakfast Plus as part of her course. Thalia recorded an interview with our Charity Manager and also spent time speaking to Derek.
January 21, 2026 at 5:47 PM
We welcomed Thalia to breakfast service on Monday. Thalia is studying Journalism with the University of Portsmouth and has written a feature article on Big Breakfast Plus as part of her course. Thalia recorded an interview with our Charity Manager and also spent time speaking to Derek.
The rain brought a quieter morning today, with 62 breakfasts served. All beautifully held together by a small but perfectly formed team.
January 21, 2026 at 11:26 AM
The rain brought a quieter morning today, with 62 breakfasts served. All beautifully held together by a small but perfectly formed team.
Our numbers change every day and we never know when it's going to be quiet and when it's going to be busy. This morning we served a whopping 125 breakfasts and gave out 87 fruit bags. Hopefully everyone on shift is now somewhere they can put their feet up and have a cuppa.
January 20, 2026 at 10:29 AM
Our numbers change every day and we never know when it's going to be quiet and when it's going to be busy. This morning we served a whopping 125 breakfasts and gave out 87 fruit bags. Hopefully everyone on shift is now somewhere they can put their feet up and have a cuppa.
90 breakfasts served on a foggy Sunday morning in Swindon today.
January 18, 2026 at 9:15 AM
90 breakfasts served on a foggy Sunday morning in Swindon today.
A new year brings new chances for us to be awarded £1000 in Benefact's Movement for Good charity draws.
Thank you to everyone who nominated us in 2025. We'd be so grateful if you could spare a minute to nominate us again for 2026, as last year's nominations have now expired.
Thank you to everyone who nominated us in 2025. We'd be so grateful if you could spare a minute to nominate us again for 2026, as last year's nominations have now expired.
Nominate a charity - Movement for Good
Nominate a charity for a Movement for Good award now.
buff.ly
January 15, 2026 at 5:47 PM
A new year brings new chances for us to be awarded £1000 in Benefact's Movement for Good charity draws.
Thank you to everyone who nominated us in 2025. We'd be so grateful if you could spare a minute to nominate us again for 2026, as last year's nominations have now expired.
Thank you to everyone who nominated us in 2025. We'd be so grateful if you could spare a minute to nominate us again for 2026, as last year's nominations have now expired.
A seamless service this morning, serving 92 breakfasts on volunteer Callum's last day. Thank you Team Thursday, and wishing Callum all the best.
January 15, 2026 at 1:36 PM
A seamless service this morning, serving 92 breakfasts on volunteer Callum's last day. Thank you Team Thursday, and wishing Callum all the best.
The weather might be pretty soggy but our toast wasn't. 105 breakfasts served this morning, with 76 fruit bags going out the door as well.
January 13, 2026 at 10:35 AM
The weather might be pretty soggy but our toast wasn't. 105 breakfasts served this morning, with 76 fruit bags going out the door as well.
Thank you to Lawn Community Association, represented here by Geoffrey and Brigid, for choosing us as one of their supported charities. Sophie and Wayne had a great time visiting this morning and hearing about the film nights that take place at Lawn Community Centre each month.
January 12, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Thank you to Lawn Community Association, represented here by Geoffrey and Brigid, for choosing us as one of their supported charities. Sophie and Wayne had a great time visiting this morning and hearing about the film nights that take place at Lawn Community Centre each month.
It can happen to anyone. Two of our guests, both ex-servicemen, prove that life can change in a split second. They are stuck, but at Big Breakfast Plus, we offer them a cooked meal, warmth, and friendship daily. We are their lifeline. Can you help us keep the doors open this winter?
When circumstances change, Big Breakfast Plus are here - Big Breakfast Plus
Circumstances change. All our guests have different life stories and different reasons to come along to our café.
buff.ly
January 11, 2026 at 5:45 PM
It can happen to anyone. Two of our guests, both ex-servicemen, prove that life can change in a split second. They are stuck, but at Big Breakfast Plus, we offer them a cooked meal, warmth, and friendship daily. We are their lifeline. Can you help us keep the doors open this winter?
We're so excited to be running the raffle at 41º Big Band's Wanborough Dance on 7th March 2026. We had so much fun last year and were bowled away by how good the band are. It promises to be a great night of music and dancing and we'd love to see you there. For tickets: buff.ly/l60AFxs
January 10, 2026 at 5:47 PM
We're so excited to be running the raffle at 41º Big Band's Wanborough Dance on 7th March 2026. We had so much fun last year and were bowled away by how good the band are. It promises to be a great night of music and dancing and we'd love to see you there. For tickets: buff.ly/l60AFxs
If you're looking for a way to support a local charity and also like the idea of possibly wining £25'000, please consider supporting us through Swindon Community Lottery. We receive 50p of every £1 ticket bought to support us.
Support Big Breakfast Plus on Swindon Community Lottery
Big Breakfast Plus is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds.
buff.ly
January 9, 2026 at 5:47 PM
If you're looking for a way to support a local charity and also like the idea of possibly wining £25'000, please consider supporting us through Swindon Community Lottery. We receive 50p of every £1 ticket bought to support us.
Wow! What else can we say about the amazing efforts of our volunteers? We often say we couldn't do what we do without our volunteers and these numbers really bring that statement into perspective.
January 8, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Wow! What else can we say about the amazing efforts of our volunteers? We often say we couldn't do what we do without our volunteers and these numbers really bring that statement into perspective.
We are delighted to have the continued support of Zurich Community Trust. Our partnership with Zurich has been transformational for us. A huge thank you to all of the Zurich employees who voted for us, and thank you to our staff and volunteers for everything you do.
Major funding pledge to make 'make a difference' in health and wellbeing
A major funding pledge is set to make a difference in health and wellbeing
www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk
January 8, 2026 at 10:40 AM
We are delighted to have the continued support of Zurich Community Trust. Our partnership with Zurich has been transformational for us. A huge thank you to all of the Zurich employees who voted for us, and thank you to our staff and volunteers for everything you do.
Myra's Story will be returning to the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon on 1st Feb '26. A poignant story of the events and choices that can lead anyone to homelessness, and the importance of human connection. We were delighted to attend last year to raise awareness of our work in Swindon.
Book Myra's Story tickets | Wyvern Theatre Swindon
Book your tickets to Myra's Story at Wyvern Theatre Swindon at the official Trafalgar Tickets, Wyvern Theatre Swindon box office.
buff.ly
January 7, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Myra's Story will be returning to the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon on 1st Feb '26. A poignant story of the events and choices that can lead anyone to homelessness, and the importance of human connection. We were delighted to attend last year to raise awareness of our work in Swindon.
Slipping in with our daily numbers on this icy morning. 75 breakfasts served. Well done everyone for getting in safely - the paths were particularly slippery first thing.
January 7, 2026 at 10:36 AM
Slipping in with our daily numbers on this icy morning. 75 breakfasts served. Well done everyone for getting in safely - the paths were particularly slippery first thing.
Looking at our figures from 2025 brings mixed feelings - it's an amazing achievement to have served so many free breakfasts through the year, but it is saddening that there is so much demand for our services, and the services of so many other groups alleviating food poverty in Swindon.
January 6, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Looking at our figures from 2025 brings mixed feelings - it's an amazing achievement to have served so many free breakfasts through the year, but it is saddening that there is so much demand for our services, and the services of so many other groups alleviating food poverty in Swindon.
94 breakfasts served to very grateful clients who were glad to get in from the cold and snow! The Tuesday team all did an amazing job as always -thank you.
We also provided 46 bags of fruit for guests to take away with them.
We also provided 46 bags of fruit for guests to take away with them.
January 6, 2026 at 10:20 AM
94 breakfasts served to very grateful clients who were glad to get in from the cold and snow! The Tuesday team all did an amazing job as always -thank you.
We also provided 46 bags of fruit for guests to take away with them.
We also provided 46 bags of fruit for guests to take away with them.
We're so excited to be running the raffle at 41º Big Band's Wanborough Dance on 7th March 2026. We had so much fun last year and were bowled away by how good the band are. It promises to be a great night of music and dancing and we'd love to see you there. For tickets: buff.ly/l60AFxs
January 5, 2026 at 5:47 PM
We're so excited to be running the raffle at 41º Big Band's Wanborough Dance on 7th March 2026. We had so much fun last year and were bowled away by how good the band are. It promises to be a great night of music and dancing and we'd love to see you there. For tickets: buff.ly/l60AFxs