'Wild goose chase' raising money for homelessness

Knitted geese have been placed around Bristol as part of a family-friendly trail

A family-friendly "wild goose chase" is taking place in Bristol this summer to help raise money for homeless people.

The charity Inhope, which supports people struggling with homelessness, mental health and addiction, has placed 15 knitted geese around the city centre.

Maps can be bought for £3 and proceeds will go towards the Wild Goose day centre on Stapleton Road.

Steve Baker, development and relations manager at InHope, said it costs around £3 to provide a meal for someone who is homeless.

The Wild Goose Day Centre provides hot meals to people struggling with homelessness

"If we can sell 500 maps, we could pay for 500 meals," said Mr Baker.

"That would make a real difference in terms of providing hot food for people."

Mr Baker said the charity wanted to provide an affordable and fun family activity, while also helping people to understand the challenges of homelessness.

Each goose is accompanied by a poster explaining about homelessness and the work of the Wild Goose

'Fun and creative'

The geese were knitted by members of the local community and each one has its own name and outfit.

"Our fundraising team are very creative," said Mr Baker,

"One of the geese is sat in a bath, one of them has a vicar's outfit, so they're quite creative in how they are presented.

"Lots of the work we do is quite serious - helping people with real challenges. So, to engage with people in this fun way, has been quite nice."

The Wild Goose Chase began on 1 July and ends on 31 August.