A mass sleepout event will be held to give people the chance to experience a taste of what it’s like to sleep rough while also raising money to help those facing homelessness.

The Big Imagine Sleepout, which is being organised by New Hope in partnership with Imagine Property Group, will take place at Fullerians Rugby Club, in Coningesby Drive, Watford, on November, 17.

Imagine MD, Mike Cole, said: “Each year we let our staff pick a local charity, New Hope was the clear winner this year because my staff felt a real empathy, being a property business and housing people all day every day, with people who didn’t have access to this most basic of human comforts.

“The fact that we’ve come up with an idea we think can have a significant impact for the charity is very motivating.”

New Hope Chief Executive, Matthew Heasmen, added: “We are so excited to be able to work with such a prominent business in the local area.

“The enthusiasm shown by all involved with Imagine Property Group is such an encouragement to New Hope as we face an ever increasing demand on our services.

“We are excited about the possibilities The Big Imagine Sleepout could bring and we would love to see as many people as possible joining in with the evening.”

If you would like to sign up for The Big Imagine Sleepout, visit imaginesleepout.com