Bite n Banter for Christmas 2023

Despite the festivities at this time of year many people will feel isolated and alone on Christmas
Day and although everyones circumstances are different, we at Bite n Banter believe that it is possible
to make a difference, however small, to help alleviate the ever growing problem of loneliness
in today’s society.
With this objective in mind the ninth annual “Bite n Banter for Christmas” event will again be held in
the Gateway Club at Kilmorey Street, Newry this Christmas Day.
Organised by a local group of volunteers, the aim of the day is to provide a place for anyone,
young or old, alone or otherwise who would like to enjoy some food, a bit of entertainment and
some chat and company on Christmas Day. The Gateway Club have again generously provided us
with the use of their premises for the day and being a central location with good access, we hope
to welcome you from 1pm for some food, light refreshments and, above all, some good company.
The day is totally anonymous and free and we rely solely on the generosity of businesses and individuals
in our local community, who have been extremely benevolent in past years with donations
of food, gifts and services.
Anyone wishing to join us and benefit from the day can do so by dropping in from 1pm or calling
our enquiry line on 07783 671217.
Anyone wishing to donate on the day can do so by offering a cooked plated dinner which will be
gratefully accepted at the club from 12 noon until 3pm (please wrap in cling film or foil without
gravy).
All other donations will be gratefully accepted from this week at the following locations…
Gateway Club, Kilmorey Street, Newry.
Elite Dry Cleaners, Hill Street, Newry.
Tidy Paws Dog Grooming, Mary Street, Newry.
Pizza Point, Church Street, Warrenpoint.
Hanna’s Drapery, Bridge Street, Rostrevor.
Fabulous Beauty Studio, Downpatrick Street, Rathfriland.
Further information can be found on our Facebook page: A Bite n Banter for Christmas … or by
contacting us on the number provided. If you are interested in volunteering your services for the
day please dial our enquiry line on 07783 671217.
The committee would again like to thank the local community for their goodwill and generosity in
previous years and we look forward to your continued support this Christmas.