Sleep Out nets £50k for groups helping homeless

Sean Jarvis as well as other local dignitaries, vice chancellor of the University of Huddersfield Bob Cryan and former Colne Valley MP Jason McCartney.

Most slept between the seating covered in cardboard with others bedding down for the night in the stand concourse.

Before people tried to sleep, Paul Bridges from Huddersfield Mission – which helps people in need – explained the value of the event.

He said there would be some people sleeping on the streets in Kirklees in the pouring rain the night before but the issue is about more than that.

Mr Bridges said: “There are also sofa surfers and people living in temporary accommodation that is not fit for purpose and they all need help.”

There was also a message of support played on the big screen from several players including captain Tommy Smith, Tom Ince and many more.

Sean Jarvis wished everyone good luck with the event, which surpassed expectations.

He said the foundation had to date done great work with breakfast clubs but this was a historic event to help the homeless. It was inspired by Mr Hoyle’s wife Janet.

On Saturday morning Sean tweeted: “Done it tough one - about 2 hours kip but worth it raising the profile and valuable funds for homeless charities in our area. @townfoundation thanks to all that organised, participated and sponsored #thankyou #proud”

You can still donate by sponsoring Examiner editor Wayne Ankers who took part in the event by visiting https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/