Nobody should celebrate Christmas alone.
Come along for a great festive day out with food, music, gifts, dancing, and the chance to meet residents who otherwise would be celebrating alone at H&F's Big Christmas Day Lunch.
This Christmas we're hoping to host up to 500 older or in need H&F residents and provide them with a FREE two-course Christmas meal and a day of festive cheer including entertainment from a live band, goodie bag, and free transport if needed.
To be eligible, you must be a H&F resident and either be over 60, or referred by one of our services or charities.
Applications to attend the lunch will open on Wednesday, 1 October.
Online applications close on Wednesday, 10 December. Confirmations of your place, menu choice and any transport requests will be sent out week commencing 15 December.
Donations and volunteers
This event is completely funded by local giving, with donations from businesses and crowdfunding.
Our 2025 campaign is now open. Donate at Big H&F Christmas Day Lunch 2025 - H&F Giving.
Volunteer applications for goodie bag packing and working at the Novotel will open on Monday 3 November.
Visit our Flickr page and take a look back at the 2024 Christmas Day Lunch.