Press & Media
We make headlines.
Sometimes on purpose.
Women's Street Watch UK has been covered by the BBC, local press, and independent media who actually give a damn about women's safety. We're loud, we're visible, and apparently that's very upsetting to the right people.
We don't aim to please everyone — and sometimes we ruffle the feathers of men who would rather see women stay home at night. That's fine by us. Every grumble is proof we're being heard. See below for some articles on our latest work.
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Press Coverage
In the press.
BBC NewsSurgeon completes 24-hour Metro running challenge
9 August 2026
Breast cancer surgeon Alice Townend becomes the first woman to officially run the entire 65-mile Tyne and Wear Metro network in under 24 hours, raising money for Women's Street Watch Newcastle.
ChronicleLiveNewcastle's Women's Street Watch funding for new vehicle after van fails its MOT
19 July 2026
After beloved shift van 'Wilma' failed its MOT, Women's Street Watch Newcastle launches a fundraiser for a replacement vehicle to keep Friday and Saturday shifts running.
BBC NewsWomen's street watch growing five years on
27 June 2026
Five years on, Women's Street Watch Newcastle says it's busier than ever — helping 59 people home in a single night and drawing millions of views online.
BBC NewsSurgeon's 65-mile Metro challenge for charity
25 May 2026
Breast cancer surgeon Alice Townend prepares to run the entire 65-mile Tyne and Wear Metro network in 24 hours in support of Women's Street Watch Newcastle.
ChronicleLiveNewcastle domestic abuse survivor Gemma Laidler on her work with Women's Street Watch
8 March 2025
ChronicleLive speaks with domestic abuse survivor Gemma Laidler about how her experiences shaped her involvement with Women's Street Watch UK and her drive to protect others.
ChronicleLiveWomen's safety group says 'outdated' attitudes are putting women at risk on nights out
11 February 2025
Women's Street Watch UK speaks out on the persistent safety challenges women face in the night-time economy and the need for cultural change.
ChronicleLiveWomen's Street Watch Newcastle seeks funding to expand life-saving shifts
23 October 2023
ChronicleLive reports on Women's Street Watch Newcastle's funding drive to grow their vital night-time shifts across the region.
Positive NewsThe female-led street patrol keeping women safe at night
7 December 2022
Positive News features Women's Street Watch UK, exploring how the female-led volunteer shift is making a real difference to women's safety on the streets.
Bright Futures NEWomen's Street Watch — Making Newcastle Safer, One Shift at a Time
1 October 2022
Bright Futures NE spotlights Women's Street Watch UK's inspiring work in Newcastle, highlighting the impact volunteers are making in the night-time economy.
Points of LightWomen's Street Watch Newcastle — Points of Light Award
1 July 2022
Women's Street Watch Newcastle receives the prestigious Points of Light award from the UK Government, recognising outstanding volunteering that is changing lives.
Living NorthWomen's Street Watch Newcastle
1 January 2022
Living North magazine profiles Women's Street Watch Newcastle, celebrating the grassroots group's commitment to keeping women safe on a night out.
Women's Street Watch: The volunteer group keeping women safe on Newcastle's streets
11 November 2021
A volunteer group is patrolling Newcastle's streets at night to help keep women safe, providing welfare checks, first aid and emotional support.
Newcastle WorldWomen's Street Watch: The Newcastle group aiming to make the city streets safer following Sarah Everard murder
30 September 2021
Newcastle World reports on the founding of Women's Street Watch Newcastle in the wake of Sarah Everard's murder, and the group's mission to make city streets safer for women.