The big Christmas day lunch at Hammersmith Town Hall needs you

John Horton explains why he’s once again supporting the Christmas lunch at Hammersmith Town Hall for older residents – and how you can help

Christmas is a lousy time to be alone. Which is why I have volunteered and helped out the good folks at Hammersmith & Fulham Council to throw a big Christmas lunch party for older residents in the borough. Residents aged over 55 who aren’t having lunch with anyone on Christmas Day are invited to join us at the H&F Big Christmas Day Lunch at the town hall. H&F Council throws the Christmas Day lunch party for residents every year. This year we are expecting up to 350 guests. And it’s always a lot of fun – the dancing and sing-a-long are not to be missed. And on top of a hearty Christmas lunch, guests enjoy a visit from Father Christmas, a goody bag and live entertainment. Door-to-door transport, qualified carers and a team of volunteers ensure all guests are well looked after.

Donations and volunteers

Can you help with either a donation or to volunteer on the day? So far, the council has raised more than £13,000. But to make the day a success it needs more like £33,000. To make a donation, visit the Spacehive page. Or if you’d prefer to be part of our team of volunteers on the day helping to give guests a great time, please contact the Christmas Team at H&F Volunteers Centre by calling 020 8741 9876 or by emailing enquiries@hfvc.org.uk.

Come as a guest

If you’re interested attending the Big Christmas Day Lunch on 25 December, or know anyone who might be, you can apply online – just click here. Or, you can download and fill in a Christmas day lunch guest application form and email it as an attachment to events@lbhf.gov.uk, or post it to H&F Events Team, The Annex, 37 Pembroke Road, London W8 6PW. The deadline is Monday 5 December. Please look out for your older neighbours. And if you think someone will spend Christmas day alone, please encourage them to come join us at the Town Hall.