Fortnum & Mason Charity Christmas Party


About the 2011 party:

The 2011 Fortnum & Mason Charity Christmas Party saw 1,000 guests fill the world famous Piccadilly department store. Guests enjoyed four floors of incredible food and drink, including carved smoked salmon and champagne cocktails.

As well as the delicious food, guests were treated to a host of fabulous performances by some of the country’s leading performing arts charities including the Royal Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, Circus Space, Little Angel Puppet Theatre and Voces 8.

Stephen Fry added his own unique touch by compering the evening and encouraging some wonderful festive cheer.

The evening was a fantastic success and raised an incredible £130,000, with each guest able to select which charity on theBigGive.org.uk benefited from their ticket.

A big thank you to everyone who attended, to the wonderful performers and the extremely friendly and helpful staff of Fortnum & Mason without whom the night would not have been possible.

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About the 2010 party:

On 2nd December, 1,000 guests and celebrities filled the store and enjoyed a magical night of champagne and canapés across all five floors.

The night’s festive entertainment was provided by top arts organisations, including the National Children’s Orchestra, Classical Opera Company and Deafinitely Theatre.

The party raised a total of £60,000, with each guest deciding which charity benefited from their ticket. Ruby Wax, who helped out at the party, said “it’s fantastic that you can decide which charity to give to, and can follow your heart.”

 

The Big Give Christmas Auction

In 2010, the Big Give also ran a Charity Christmas Auction which raised £13,000 for six charities.

The auction featured a number of once-in-a-lifetime prizes and experiences.

These included an original illustration by Quentin Blake, tickets to see We Will Rock You and meet Brian May, a VIP weekend in Monaco and a spectacular dinner at Fortnum & Mason.

Many thanks to all bidders, and we hope the lucky winners enjoy their prizes!

 

It’s fantastic that you can decide which charity to give to, and can follow your heart.

Ruby Wax, 2010 Party Guest
 
 

Brilliantly organised and the perfect Christmas Party - thank you!

Party Guest, 2010
 
 

Everything was wonderful -food and drink displays and smiling, welcoming staff - fantastic evening.

Party Guest, 2010
 
 

Thank you so much for such a memorable and fabulous evening. We cannot fault it!

Party Guests, 2010