Make Christmas Magical with Palace Presents

This festive season, we’re inviting you to donate a gift to someone in need. Whether you’re visiting the pantomime or popping into town, drop off a wrapped present at the Palace Theatre and help us share the magic of giving. All donations of new, unused gifts are appreciated, and examples include items such as chocolates, biscuits, beauty and personal care items, toys and games, clothing like scarves, hats, socks, gloves, fluffy socks, covered hot water bottles, and useful household items for setting up a home.

Presents should be wrapped with a removable tag indicating the contents and who they might be suitable for and can be dropped off at the Palace Theatre Box until Wednesday 17 December. Donations can be made during the Theatre’s opening hours of Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm, or when attending a performance of their spectacular pantomime Beauty and the Beast.

Jennie Bowmar, Visitor Experience Operations Manager, said: “We’ve been overwhelmed by the generosity of our community in previous years, and we’re thrilled to bring back Palace Presents. It’s a simple way to make a big impact, one gift can light up someone’s Christmas morning.”

Councillor Rowan Cozens, Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Heritage, Culture and the Arts at Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “This year marks the fifth anniversary of Palace Presents, and it’s inspiring to see how much it has grown. Every Christmas, our residents show incredible generosity, and this initiative gives us another chance to brighten someone’s festive season. Whether you’re visiting our brilliant independent shops or enjoying a trip to the Palace, I hope people will take a moment to support this wonderful tradition. A small act of kindness can make a real difference.”

Donate a gift. Share the joy.

Find out more about Palace Presents at www.palacenewark.com/palacepresents/.