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Each year, people all across Cornwall give the most precious gift of all at Christmas; their time. With communities offering such a diverse range of help and support, we want to provide a single page where you can find out what's on over the festive period this year.
Below you will find details of various charities and community groups who are seeking help to make sure no-one goes cold, hungry or alone over the festive season. As well as offering support for others, many of these charities and groups provide opportunities for individuals to give some of their time to make a huge difference to the lives of others over the Christmas period.
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Get Involved this Christmas
Take a look at the specific opportunities below, but remember there are other ways you can get involved too:
1) Ask your local foodbank if they need help with collections or distribution of food parcels. You can find a list of food banks here:
1) https://www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/find-a-foodbank/
2) Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for information.
2) Ask your local Community Hub if they need help with meal preparation or activity sessions for people coming in to get warm. You can find your local Community Hubs on this map.
3) Sign up as a Winter Volunteer for Volunteer Cornwall and we will connect you to people in your community who need a helping hand over the festive period. From doing a shop, to collecting medication, to making a telephone call for a chat, to some general help - lots of people struggle over Christmas and you could be the friend they need. Email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to let us know if you'd be interested in being a winter volunteer.
4) Be a good neighbour and check in on older or vulnerable residents in your street or village. The closure of many services over Christmas means some people may not have their usual contacts and become lonely and isolated. A friendly face having a 10 min chat over a cuppa can make a world of difference.
5) Know someone who is going to be on their own this Christmas? Plate up a Christmas dinner and drop it round - or maybe invite them over to join you for the big day? A simple act of kindness can be life-changing!
Support and Events
All across Cornwall there are charities and community groups that will be organising special festive events and activities for the local community to access during the Christmas holidays. These will range from Christmas meals, fun games and activities for families, and specialist support for those who need an extra hand.
Below we will be sharing details of any events/activities that have been passed to us, we've split them up into East, Mid and West to help you find the people and places in your areas. We will be regularly updating the events and activities on the list right through to December 22nd, adding newly shared information and removing dates that have already passed.
You can click on the links below to jump to content for the respective areas:
East:
- Nanstallon, Carol Service at St Stephen's Church, 21st December
- Torpoint, Christmas Community Lunch, 15th December
- Launceston, Community Christmas Lunch, 25th December
- Looe, Boundless Trust Christmas Day Meal, 20th December
- Looe, Join us for a Very Messy Christmas at the Riverside Church, 20th December
- Callington, Children's Tree Decorating, 5th December
- Saltash, Christmas Day Meal, 25th December
- Bodmin, Christmas Day Dinner with St Petroc's Parish Centre, 25th December
- Bodmin, Christmas Tree Festival Volunteers, 6th to 21st December
- Bodmin, Wild Wellies Christmas Activities for Children with Little Margate Therapy Ponies, 20th December
Central:
- Lostwithiel, Breakfast with Santa at Lostwithiel Community Centre, 21st December
- Truro, Christmas Day Lunch at the Dockyard, 25th December
- Truro, Wreath Making Workshop at the Moresk Centre, 19th December
- St Austell, Jakes Jingle Mingle at St Austell Market House, 24th December
- St Austell, Christmas Lunch with STAK, 24th to 26th December
- St Austell, Christmas Helpers Wanted, Every Saturday in December
- St Austell, Free Christmas Day Lunch at Penwithick Community Hall, 25th December
- St Austell, Christmas Party at CN4C (The Bank), 22nd December
- Newquay, Community Christmas Carol Service, 19th December
- Newquay, Pop-up Nativity at Newquay Methodist, 21st December
- Newquay, December Events at the Oasis Centre, 4th to 25th December
- Newquay Community Christmas at St Michael's Church, 22nd & 23rd December
- Newquay, Christmas Events with Salvation Army, 14th to 25th December
- Newquay, Carol Service at St Michael's Church, 20th December
- Tregony, Merlin Christmas Carol Concert. 11th December
- Perranporth, Jaipur Community Kitchen, 10th January
West:
- Redruth, Christmas Party at CN4C (The Elms), 22nd December
- Redruth, Christmas at CN4C, 22nd December to 1st January
- Camborne, Christmas Hamper Campaign, 17th December
- St Ives, Celebrate Christmas with St Ives Bay, 2nd & 11th December
- St Ives, Christmas Fete at Edward Hain Centre, 15th December
- Helston, Christmas Family Bingo, 21st December
- Newlyn, Carols by Candlelight on Christmas Eve, 24th December
- Penzance, Christmas Eve Kids Party at Whole Again Communities, 24th December
- Ludgvan Childrens Christmas Party, 21st December
Countywide:
East
Nanstallon, Carol Service at St Stephen's Church
Join us at 5pm on December 21st for our Christmas Carol service.
Torpoint, Christmas Community Lunch
Launceston, Community Christmas Lunch
Launceston's Community Christmas Day Lunch would like to know how many people would be interested in getting involved at this year's event. This could be in many different capacities, including:
- Attending the lunch;
- Donating food, gifts or funds for the event;
- Volunteering on the day;
- Advertising.
Please contact Evie on 07815 651 054 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Looe, Boundless Trust Christmas Day Meal
Here in Looe and surrounding villages we are having a Christmas Day meal 11-4pm. We have a four course lunch, a visit from Santa and sometimes some special guests. It is open to anyone who wants to come but they do need to book. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to book with dietary requirements and ages of children.
We have a family Christmas event called a very Messy Christmas at Riverside Church with the local church on Saturday 20th 10.30-12.30 with lunch. Open access no need to book. Crafts and storytelling around the Christmas story which is free.
We also have volunteering opportunities on Christmas eve and Christmas Day at the Millpool Centre in Looe.
For more details please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Looe, Join us for a Very Messy Christmas at the Riverside Church
Callington, Children's Tree Decorating
Saltash, Christmas Day Meal
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Christmas Day Meal.
Thursday, 25-Dec-2025
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Saltash Baptist Church
Please do not be shy as there will be lots of people eating together from all walks of life, we hope to make this a real community event.
Book your place here: https://saltashbaptist.churchsuite.com/events/rpnn8ys9
Bodmin, Christmas Day Dinner with St Petroc's Parish Centre
Bodmin, Christmas Tree Festival Volunteers
Volunteer Role: Christmas Tree Festival Helper – St Petroc’s Church, Bodmin
Purpose of Role: To help create a warm, welcoming, and festive atmosphere for all visitors, ensuring the Christmas Tree Festival runs smoothly and successfully in support of the church’s fundraising and community mission.
Time Commitment: Flexible shifts available across the festival dates 6th December – 21st December 2025 (excluding Thursdays and Sundays). Volunteers can sign up for mornings (10-1), afternoons (1-4), or full days (10-4) depending on availability.
Contact Debs at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to get involved.
Bodmin, Wild Wellies Christmas Activities for Children with Little Margate Therapy Ponies
Parents - need two hours to get those last minute Christmas errands done?
We’ve got you covered!
Drop the kids off for our Wild Wellies Christmas Session this Saturday 20th, 2–4pm and let them enjoy an afternoon of outdoor festive fun with Amy! They’ll make festive treats for our incredible animals then warm up with hot chocolate and biscuits whilst being amongst them.
Meanwhile, you get two full hours to blitz the last minute Christmas shopping, wrap those few remaining presents, or simply take a breather amd enjoy some peace and quiet!
Limited spaces available - book now via ECPro or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more info.
Give them festive magic… and give yourself a little Christmas peace too.
https://www.littlemargatetherapyponies.co.uk/contact
Central
Lostwithiel, Breakfast with Santa at Lostwithiel Community Centre
Breakfast with Santa
Sunday 21st December from 9:30 to 10:45
Lostwithiel Community Centre
Visit Santa in his grotto and enjoy some Christmas crafts with his elves.
Truro, Christmas Day Lunch at the Dockyard
Truro, Wreath Making Workshop at the Moresk Centre
On Friday 19th December, a CHAOS Group Community Health and Wellbeing Workers (CHWW) ‘Creative Drop In’ session will take place from 1.00pm - 2.30pm at The Moresk Centre, TR1 1EF.
This session will feature a free wreath making workshop, where you can get festive and create your own Christmas wreath. Please see the attached poster for more information. There is no need to book - just drop in.
This is part of the weekly Sunshine Café Community Hub at The Moresk Centre, which is open from 10.30am - 2.30pm. There will be free tea, coffee, and biscuits, along with advice and support to those who need it. The hub is not just here for local residents, but open to all.
This project is planned and managed by Truro City Council’s Community Development Department, delivering and supporting initiatives to make a difference in our communities.
St Austell, Jakes Jingle Mingle at St Austell Market House
My wife and I decided a long time ago that under the banner of my Cornwall Dining Club we wanted to do something at Christmas for the community of St Austell Town. No one should wake up hungry on Christmas Day, and no one should worry about being alone over the Christmas period. I'm very fortunate here in St Austell Market House to be able to maybe help a little bit, both with space and a little bit of resources.
So, on Christmas Eve at 5pm, we are holding a "Jingle and Mingle" event. Hot soup and warm, buttery bread will be provided to anyone and everyone, as well as squash or cups of tea, completely free of charge. Allergies and food preferences will be catered as long as possible before options run out. I will also be giving away any remaining treats I have left in the cafe before closing for a few days over the festive break (and if I run out early, I'll be making some specially). There'll be some festive music playing and my children have decided they are making some presents for everyone, although who knows what on earth that will be haha...
Whether you are in NEED and the food is essential, or you just want to come and spend an hour or two in the company of others, absolutely everyone is welcome, no questions asked. Families are more than welcome, we'd love to have you, as well as individuals.
Please help us spread the word about this because those people with the most need may not exactly be avid social media users. If you know someone, old or young, who might benefit from this, please help us reach them.
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St Austell, Christmas Lunch with STAK
On your own over Christmas? Why not join us at St Austell Community Kitchen for lunch on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Call 01726 77457 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to book a place.
St Austell, Christmas Helpers Wanted
Christmas helpers/elf volunteers wanted!
We need a couple of extra pairs of hands to help us ensure that the FREE St Austell Market House and St Austell Town Christmas Grotto runs as smoothly as possible. We had a couple of people offer previously but could do with a couple more.
No prior experience required, full training and a festive hat provided, just a friendly face and desire to help us make Christmas as magical as possible for the over 120+ kids booked in. (P.s. if you haven't booked in yet, there's still spaces at www.bit.ly/StAustellGrotto)
We are running every Saturday 10-3 for the next 4 Saturdays. We need 2 volunteers each week, which could be 2 people doing every weeks, or 8 people doing 1 week each. I will keep you well fed with lunch and treats, as well as drinks.
Drop me a WhatsApp or message me if interested. Please tag those you reckon would do an amazing job!
Call us on 07763 643170 for more info.
St Austell, Free Christmas Day Lunch at Penwithick Community Hall
Are you going to be alone this Christmas?
Join the Free Christmas Day Lunch at the Penwithick Community Hall.
Spend a few hours on Christmas Day making new friends with some great good.
To book a place, please contact David on 07886 734492 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
If you're unable to travel and live near the area, the team may be able to help deliver a hot meal.
St Austell, Christmas Party at CN4C (The Bank)
Join CN4C on 22nd December at the Bank in St Austell for their annual Christmas Party!
There will be food, a disco, face painting and crafts. Plus a Santa's Grotto with presents for children to to the age of 12.
Book your place by 17th December by calling 01209 310610 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Newquay, Community Christmas Carol Service
Join the Newquay Methodist Church for a Community Christmas Carol Service on Friday 19th December, 7pm to 9pm.
Special guests the Newquay Male Voice Choir.
Newquay, Pop-up Nativity at Newquay Methodist
Join the Oasis Centre at the Newquay Methodist Church for a pop-up nativity show, followed by a Christmas tea party.
Start time is 2pm.
Come along dressed as your favourite nativity character and join in on the fun.
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.
Newquay, December Events at the Oasis Centre
Lots of great and fun activities on with the Oasis Centre this December.
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more about any activities going on.
Newquay Community Christmas at St Michael's Church
Newquay, Christmas Events with Salvation Army
Newquay, Carol Service at St Michael's Church
The inTune Choir invites you to a Christmas Concert and Carols Sing-song for all the family.
Join us at St Michael's Church on 20th December from 2pm.
Free entry for all
Plus raffle and refreshments.
Tregony, Merlin Christmas Carol Concert
Perranporth, Jaipur Community Kitchen
JAIPUR COMMUNITY KITCHEN IS BACK!
To celebrate the New Year and bring some cheer throughout the dreary month of January our community kitchen will open its doors to you and we can’t wait!
Starting SATURDAY 10TH JANUARY 2026 between 12-2PM at Jaipur Indian Cuisine, Perranporth. Then every Saturday throughout January we will continue to open our doors to the community and invite them to come in and enjoy lunch on us! We want to create a warm, safe and welcoming place for all of the community to meet, chat and support each other with a warm drink and a nourishing plate of food, yes completely on us!
This will be the 4TH year of running our Community Kitchen and we are really looking forward to welcoming everyone back.
This year following the completion of the Perranporth Youth Club a fantastic space for our local kids, our nominated charity is Action for Children - Kernow Connect who support young people in Cornwall. We are hoping to have a representative from the charity at one of our community kitchens to offer more help & information. A collection pot for donations to Kernow Connect will be out and all contributions welcome. We will keep you posted!
Our community kitchen has grown every year and has become a regular event in the Jaipur calendar and in the local community BUT we can’t do it without our wonderful team of volunteers so if you would like to get involved please follow the link below to sign up.
Jaipur Community Kitchen is a nonprofit event hosted and run by us and a team of volunteers for the good of our community. So pop in and say hello!
West
Redruth, Christmas Party with CN4C (The Elms)
Join CN4C for their Christmas Party in at the Elms in Redruth.
Date: 22nd December from 4pm to 7pm.
There will be food, a disco, face painting and crafts. Plus a Santa's Grotto with presents for children up to 12 years old.
Book your place by 17th December by calling 01209 310610 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Redruth, Christmas at CN4C
Camborne, Christmas Hamper Campaign
Transformation CPR e are currently recruiting volunteers to help with the Christmas Food hamper campaign where we pack and deliver approx. 300 boxes that contain everything needed for a Christmas dinner – including presents for the children.
At the moment we really need a few more Gift Wrappers on Wed 17th Dec and also delivery drivers on 23rd (but you would need to work in pairs for delivering).
Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more or to get involved.
St Ives, Celebrate Christmas with St Ives Bay
St Ives, Christmas Fete at Edward Hain Centre
The Edward Hain Centre is holding it’s Christmas Fete on Monday 15th December from 4pm-7pm
Join us to hear a performance of Christmas Favourites from the St Erth Concert Band!
Watch the Mayor judge this years Mince Pie Bake Off as local cooks battle to win the coveted Edward Hain Wooden Spoon!
Follow our Trail of Christmas Trees, all decorated by local businesses
Treat yourself to something from one of the Christmas stallholders, including festive wreaths and flowers
Or just have a hot drink and sweet treat and soak up the festive spirit!
Hope that you can join us!!
Helston, Christmas Family Bingo
Newlyn, Carols by Candlelight on Christmas Eve
Join us on Christmas Eve for an evening of candles by candlelight, from 7pm.
Mince pies and refreshments available.
Penzance, Christmas Eve Kids Party at Whole Again Communities
Still taking bookings for our Christmas Eve Kids Party, booking essential to make sure we have enough gifts from Santa and also cater for those with any allergies/dietary requirements.
Message the Facebook page or email Emma on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Ludgvan Childrens Christmas Party
Ludgvan Bar’s, Children’s Christmas Party!
Free event for all ages however donations are welcome at the bar as this is a non profit event we want to give back to you all to say thank you for supporting us so far!
Booking isn’t essential however we would advise you book at the bar, email or message us in advance because we are limited to how many people can be in the bar at once.
Our party will include;
- Christmas colouring & Letters to Santa
- A visit from Santa !
- Christmas music where your children can dance and play.
- Free Buffet food for our small party go-ers!
Bar will be open, we sell hot and cold drinks, nonalcoholic and alcoholic beverages aswell as a small selection of snacks.
Hope you’re all enjoying your festive season so far!
Countywide
Christmas Hampers for Veterans
Do you know a military veteran who is facing a particularly challenging time and would greatly benefit from one of our Christmas hampers this year?
Thanks to the generosity of Furniss of Cornwall, Jolly's Drinks, Tregothnan, Rodda’s Cornish Clotted Cream and Trevaskis Farm, Veterans Regroup are able to offer a number of hampers to support veterans in our community who need a little extra help this festive season. ✨
If you would like to put yourself or someone else forward, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We will also be providing a number of hampers to veterans who are already supported through our hubs.
Hampers are limited and will need to be collected from one of our Armed Forces hubs in Redruth, Penzance, Liskeard or Helston.
We will also be distributing boxes of vegetables from Trevaskis Farm and Rodda's clotted cream at our Redruth, Penzance and Helston hubs on the 18th and 19th December.
Christmas Treasure's Toy Drive
Community Treasure Chest CIC is once again running our annual Treasure's Toy Drive, supporting local families who may struggle to provide gifts for their children this Christmas. We are also pleased to share that we are official distributors for the Cash for Kids – Mission Christmas appeal, helping us extend support further across the community.
We invite your organisation to refer families in need and become a referral partner for this year’s appeal.
The Toy Drive provides:
- New and excellent-condition toys
- Gift vouchers for families needing additional support
- (No monetary handouts — vouchers only)
Toys, gift cards, or monetary donations (used solely to purchase additional gift cards) are greatly appreciated.
Donations can be dropped off at: Community Treasure Chest CIC - please call or email for details.
- Telephone: 01579 344597
- Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
We encourage schools, children’s services and partner agencies to refer families, and to share our campaign poster in newsletters, school apps and parent bulletins.
How to Refer a Family
Please complete our referral form here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10htZKhu7IYLVKliKbHRt2LC8o7yDa-hoOyZQ2yEwQQA
Or email the following details:
- Parent/guardian name
- Number of children + ages
- Specific needs or considerations
- Basic household info (working, benefits, single parent, disability etc.)
- Location (town/area only)
- Contact telephone number or email if families wish to be contacted directly
- Your name, role, organisation & contact details
- [email]
- [phone]
Key Dates
- Referral deadline: 19th December 4pm
- Treasure Bear at Morrisons: 15th December
- Toy Collection (appointment-only):
- 22nd December
- 23rd December
- 24th December
Parents will visit our pop-up shop, giving them time and privacy to choose toys that best suit their children.
We deeply appreciate your continued support. As an official Mission Christmas distributor, your referrals and partnership help us ensure no child in our community goes without a gift this Christmas.