Christmas is Coming!

On what could be the hottest day of the year so far, some Christmas cheer!

A star-studded lineup of celebrities have teamed up to support Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day, which is set to return for a fourteenth year on December 11. 

Actor Ashley Jensen, TV presenter, Paralympic medalist and journalist Ade Adepitan, comedian and writer Dom Joly, comedian, writer and podcaster Jen Brister, and influencer and entrepreneur Olivia Bowen are all teaming up with BAFTA nominated TV presenter and broadcaster Alison Hammond, actor, presenter and author Joe Swash and broadcaster, musician and campaigner Myleene Klass to encourage the nation to don their favourite pre-loved pullovers and join in the merriment. 

Christmas Jumper Day sees schools, workplaces and groups of friends and families adorn themselves in their wackiest woolies for the day, whilst raising money for Save the Children. Since it launched in 2012, the festive fundraiser has raised over £40 million to help transform the lives of children both in the UK and around the world to stay safe, healthy and learning. 

“For the past couple of years, I’ve been flat out doing panto, but this Christmas, I’ve got a proper break,” said Alison Hammond (pictured above).

“Usually, I spend the day at my sister’s place – she’s the queen of roast dinners. I’ll be honest, I fully take advantage and crash on the sofa while she whips up the most amazing meal. After such a full-on year, having a day to properly relax feels like the ultimate treat.    

“We’ve got a little Christmas Day tradition going on in our family. We open a few pressies in the morning, tuck into lunch, and then unwrap the rest later on. It’s a great way to keep the excitement going all day!

"There’s always a bit of charades, a lot of snoozing once we’ve eaten, and plenty of festive telly. And the King’s speech? My son never misses it – it’s become one of his favourites.     

“I absolutely love Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day – it’s such a fun way to do some good! And it’s so simple to take part. If your December’s jam-packed like mine, just pop to your nearest charity shop and grab a fabulous pre-loved jumper. Every bit raised goes towards helping children in the UK and around the world stay safe, healthy and learning. So come on babes, get involved and sign up now!”   

It's never too early to sign up your workplace, school, community or friend group and join millions of people getting silly for a seriously good cause with Save the Children in December.

For more details visit christmasjumperday.org