Milton Keynes charity Bus Shelter MK announces relaunch as The Shelter MK

    The Bus Shelter MK will relaunch as The Shelter MK this half term.

    By bringing a life-size replica sleeping pod to the place where the charity first launched its double-decker bus in 2017, in Midsummer Place.


    Visitors will be able to look inside the life-sized model ‘bedroom’ in the replica pod, similar to the rooms that the charity offers people experiencing homelessness at its permanent George House location in Stantonbury.

    The Shelter MK will officially launch the evolved charity with a small ceremony at the bandstand in Midsummer Place on October 28 to unveil its new name, brand image and core message: Hope. Stability. Future.

    “This is an exciting chapter in our transition from The Bus Shelter MK,” said Pam Williams, Chair of The Shelter MK, “We’re excited to change our name to The Shelter MK and bring our charity to the forefront of people’s minds with a new look and feel that has the people we support at its heart.

    “The journey from our beloved bus to converted shipping containers at George House, Stantonbury, is a powerful story and we’re excited to share this with the public during half term thanks to a beautifully produced video from students at MK College.”

    MK College media production students have been led by tutor Luke Sheehan.

    “Our students have been so excited to be involved with such a worthwhile project. They’ve come up with some great ideas, and we’ll all be proud to see their work at Midsummer Place and used by the charity afterwards,” he said.

    The Shelter MK costs £300,000 a year to run and relies solely on the support and generosity of the public.

    Midsummer Place has pledged to renew its support for the charity.

    “The launch of The Bus Shelter MK was a proud moment for myself and Midsummer Place and  we’re truly honoured to support this wonderful charity once again as they transition to become The Shelter MK,” said Kirsty McGiff, marketing manager at Midsummer Place.

    > The pod will be available to view at Midsummer Place from Saturday, October 25 – Sunday, November 2.

    Pic: William Jestice 

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