Learn About Our Charity
The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal is a registered charity that raises money throughout the year to help the city’s most disadvantaged children and young people at Christmas time.
Every year, more and more children in Bristol face a bleak Christmas. It is one of the UK’s most prosperous cities but shockingly has the highest proportion of young people in poverty in the South West. Lawrence Hill is one of the UK’s poorest areas with 60% of children in poverty
Our volunteers work throughout the year to raise a total of £82,500 through a gala dinner, carol concert and other events. Through the generosity of individuals, schools, organisations and businesses, we are able to help a total of 1,650 of the city’s children who are most in need. These vouchers are administered by Bristol City Council. This allows us to give each child a £15 voucher for gifts or clothing and a £35 voucher for food.
This year, more than ever, we need your support to help children in Bristol.
Upcoming Events
Gala Dinner 2026
We are pleased to announce our fabulous Gala dinner is back on again for 2026!…
Santa’s Sleigh 2025
Join us for our 2025 Santa’s Sleigh event, every year this event is popular and…
Carol Concert 2025
Our 2024 Christmas Carol Concert had a fantastic turnout, thank you to all who attended…
Recent Updates & News
Meet Our 2025 Carol Concert Compere: The Wonderful Lisa Cadd
We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s Lord Mayor of Bristol Children’s Appeal Carol Concert…
Bristol Businesses Support the 2025 Christmas Toy Drive
The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children’s Appeal is once again calling on local businesses to…
Can You Support us with our 2025 Toy drive?
Join Our Christmas Toy Drive and Spread Joy to Children in Need! Our toy drive…
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Good problem to have: Bristol's generosity means we've officially run out of room to store the toys we're collecting for the city's most vulnerable children.
So we're on the hunt for a bit of extra space to keep up with the support pouring in.
Here's what would make a real difference:
- Central Bristol location
- Access up to 12 hours a day
- Available mid-October to end of January
- Parking with van access
- A warehouse, spare room or similar
If your business has spare storage, or you know someone who does, get in touch. The right space is often just one introduction away, and it means every toy collected reaches a child who needs it this Christmas.
Drop us a message or email info@lordmayorofbristolappeal.com, we'd love to hear from you.
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🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE: WE ARE CLOSED TODAY 🚨
Due to the Yellow Weather Warning for rain and thunder, Festival of Summer Bristol will not be opening today, Saturday 29th August.
The health and safety of our guests and colleagues is always our priority, and with the forecast conditions, we feel it would be inappropriate to open today.
🎟️ If you have a ticket for today, don’t worry! Your visit can be moved to Sunday 30th August or Monday 31st August, so you can still enjoy the final weekend of Festival of Summer.
🌧️ We’re really sorry for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.
☀️ We hope to see you tomorrow for a much brighter Festival of Summer!
📍 Durdham Downs, Bristol
🎉 Sunday 30th August & Bank Holiday Monday 31st August
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Save the date: the Santa Express is coming back to Bristol!
This is one of the most festive events in our calendar, and honestly, watching Santa make his way through the city with the crowds cheering him on never gets old.
Mark your calendars for Thursday 10th December, 4pm, kicking off at the Downs Water Tower. We'll be sharing the full route soon so you can find the best spot to wave him through.
Bring the family, bring the tinsel, and help us bring some festive cheer to the streets of Bristol for another year.
We'd love for you to join us, tag someone who needs a bit of Christmas magic this year.
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Bristol is a city celebrated for its vibrancy, culture, and strong community spirit. Yet behind the scenes, families across our neighbourhoods face severe daily hardship, particularly as the festive season approaches.
Child poverty affects communities right across our city, from Lawrence Hill and Central to Filwood, Hartcliffe, and Withywood. When household budgets are stretched to their absolute limits, children risk going without the warmth, essentials, and festive joy that every young person deserves. Where a child grows up should never determine the kind of Christmas they experience.
The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal works year-round alongside local teachers, health visitors, and social workers to identify and support vulnerable children across Bristol. Through food vouchers, warm clothing support, and festive gifts, we help ensure families can celebrate the holidays with dignity and hope.
Every contribution from our local community helps bridge this divide and ensures no child is forgotten this Christmas.
Visit our website today to learn how you can donate, fundraise, or partner with us to support local children this winter.
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Save the date, Bristol. Monday 7th December 2026, our Carol Concert is coming back to give the city another night to remember.
Picture it: candlelight flickering across the room, carols rising up from every corner, and the whole city gathered together in one place for one reason, giving local children the Christmas they truly deserve. It's one of our favourite nights of the year, and we can't wait to share it with you again.
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