Operation Elf: One-Off Festive Volunteering Day

Date(s): variety of dates from the 14th of November to the 23rd of December 2025

Age Requirement: 17+ (with parental/guardian consent if under 18)

All we want for Christmas is… the gift of your time
Join the British Heart Foundation (BHF) this festive season and help us make a difference by volunteering in one of our shops at our busiest time of year for a one-off festive volunteering day .

Whether you\’re spreading cheer solo or rallying your fellow elves (yes, groups are welcome) and whether you can spare just a few hours or a whole day, this is a fantastic way to meet new people, try something new, and support lifesaving research all while having festive fun

What You\’ll Be Doing:

• Creating and stocking festive displays
• Sorting through donated items
• Serving customers with a smile
• Preparing donations for sale
• Keeping the shop merry and bright
  And more

Volunteering as a Group?

We love festive teamwork Whether you\’re a workplace team, a group of friends, or a family looking to give back, just select the group volunteering option on the application form.

Important Info:

This opportunity is for a one-off festive volunteering day . If you\’re interested in longer term volunteering, please check out our other roles at this location.

We welcome volunteers aged 17 and over . If you\’re 17, you\’ll need parental or guardian consent to take part. BHF has a Safeguarding Policy which can be viewed in our FAQs

Click Apply now and be part of something magical