Ensuring no resident feels isolated this Christmas

Throughout the festive period local organisations and community groups are working together to prevent anyone from feeling lonely or isolated on Christmas Day. Learn when and where you can find them.

Traditionally a time of celebration and family get-togethers, Christmas Day can be challenging for people who live alone or who cannot see their friends and family. However, local groups are taking action to ensure everyone can enjoy community and look out for those who feel lonely on 25 December.

Find a local Christmas Day event below.

Churches Together, Teddington

There will be entertainment, mince pies and other refreshments plus a chance to join in carols and other activities. Transport can be provided for those who need it. Booking required.

• Location: Elleray Hall, Elleray Road, Teddington, TW11 0HG
• Booking: Email CTTChristmas23@gmail.com or call Colin and Elizabeth Hicks on 020 8977 8000

Never Alone at Christmas

This free event is hosted for families who will struggle financially/socially over Christmas. Attendees will leave with plenty of goodies having had a hot meal and some fun. Father Christmas will be there and there will be live music too. There are limited spaces so booking required to avoid disappointment.

• Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm
• Location: Hampton Inspired Hub, 3 Ashley Rd, Hampton TW12 2JA
• Booking: Email theinspiredhub@gmail.com or call Susan Green on 07713 405049.

Christmas Day Lunch at Sidra

Sidra Restaurants (https://sidrauk.com/) in Teddington and Twickenham are offering a free Christmas Day lunch to individuals who would otherwise be isolated or alone at Christmas. There are limited spaces and you must book in advance to attend.

• Booking: Call the Teddington branch on 020 8977 2725 or the Twickenham branch on 020 8241 0062.

Churches Together, Whitton

Churches Together in Whitton cordially invite the elderly and those on their own to join them for a traditional Christmas Day lunch. Transport can be provided for those who need it. Booking required, limited spaces.

• Time: 11.30am to 3.30pm
• Booking: Email CTiWChristmas@gmail.com or call Roubina on 07932 526946

United Response Christmas Day Quiz

United Response, who support disabled people across Richmond and Kingston, are hosting their annual Christmas Day quiz online via Microsoft Teams. 

• Time: 10.30am to 12 noon
• Booking: To access the link, email Matthew.Campbell@unitedresponse.org.uk or call 07917 492436

Christmas Day Bingo, Whitton

Whitton Community Centre are putting on Christmas Day Bingo for local people with free hot drinks and mince pies provided. If you need a lift, this can be arranged. Get in touch with the team to 

• Time: 11am to 1pm
• Location: Whitton Community Centre, Percy Rd, Twickenham TW2 6JL
• Booking: Email Loo_Sheehan@hotmail.co.uk