The community is rallying around those who otherwise struggle to afford the costs of Christmas Day or face spending it alone.
See our photo gallery for five venues offering free Christmas dinners to those in need:
1. Burnley Wood Community Centre
Burnley Wood Community Centre in Springfield Road will serve three-course dinners on Christmas Day from 2pm for free or a small donation. Contact Burnley Wood Community Group on Facebook or [email protected] to inquire. Photo: Submit
2. Curry on the Street
Curry on the Street will host free Christmas dinners for the homeless on Friday, December 19th, from noon to 3pm at the Diverse Centre in Railway Street, Nelson. Pictured are founder James Foy and manager Sharon Martin. Photo: Submit
3. St Mary's Church in Burnley
St Mary's Church in Burnley is hosting free Christmas Day dinners from 2pm in the parish rooms of St Mary's Church for those who would otherwise be alone. To book a place, please contact either Mike on 07563 998 334, Barbara on 07884 014 711, or [email protected] Book early – places are limited and on a strictly first-come, first-served basis. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: OLI SCARFF
4. Colne Citadel
Colne Citadel is offering free two-course Christmas Day dinners. Doors open at 1pm, with dinner served at 2pm. Every guest will receive a gift. If you or someone you know would like to join the event, contact Colne Citadel on Facebook. Photo: Contributed