MORE than £4,000 has been raised for homeless people in the conurbation by a hotel and spa in New Milton. 

Five-star hotel Chewton Glen handed over £4,525 to the Homeless Partnership BCP after collecting money last year. 

Money was raised from guest donations, spa members’ collections during a Christmas event and staff raffles during seasonal events. 

Chewton Glen general manager Clive McNish presented the funds to Alistair Doxat-Purser, chair of the Partnership Forum. 

Bournemouth Echo: L-R Clive McNish and Alistair Doxat-PurserL-R Clive McNish and Alistair Doxat-Purser (Image: Chewton Glen)

He said it has been a “pleasure” to work with the charity, adding: “It is reassuring to know that the partnership is focused on those facing the challenges brought about by homelessness in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area, which like many other towns and cities across the country are being affected by an unprecedented rise in the cost of living." 

Mr Doxat-Purser said: “Across the BCP area, even in the midst of enormous economic challenges, businesses such as Chewton Glen are showing such a commitment and desire to play their part in bringing an end to the trauma of rough sleeping and all forms of homelessness.  

“This support will help more people not only to get off the street, but to find a safe, secure and warm home.”