Palace Presents
A record-breaking year for Palace Presents
Newark and Sherwood’s generosity shone brighter than ever in 2025, with 535 donated presents helping hundreds of local people receive a gift at Christmas. That was 226 more gifts than the previous year’s total of 309 - an increase of 73%.
The Palace Theatre’s annual gift appeal has grown remarkably, with this year’s collection far surpassing previous years. Over recent weeks, local people delivered a wonderful array of beautifully wrapped gifts, showing the strength of our community’s kindness at a time when many families are facing increased financial pressures.
Donations included new and unused chocolates, biscuits, books, toys and games, self-care and beauty sets, warm winter accessories, covered hot water bottles and essential household items for people setting up a new home.
This year’s gifts were shared with Newark Women’s Aid, Newark Emmaus Trust and Beaumond House Hospice Care, supporting women, children, young people and adults across the district.
A phenomenal response and such generosity when times are hard. To see people show they care is heart-warming. No matter how big or small the gift, every single present brings joy to everyone. The women and children we support are always so very grateful.
Beaumond House is incredibly grateful for the generosity shown through the Palace Theatre Presents scheme. Each gift will be carefully shared with our patients across day therapy, Hospice at Home and the hospice itself. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts - your kindness is truly appreciated.
Special thanks go to MES Building Solutions, Hills of Newark and Highfields School for their generous donations. A particularly touching contribution came from children at Little Loco’s Day Nursery, who donated gifts in hand-decorated bags. Colleagues across Newark and Sherwood District Council also joined in, collecting additional presents at Castle House.