Residents are invited to attend the final Winter Warmer and Pick a Coat Day event of 2026 at St Marie's, Widnes, on Wednesday 18 November from 10am to 2pm. The event will offer free winter coats for children, women and men, alongside access to a range of local support services and community organisations.
Organised as part of the successful Pick a Coat initiative, the event aims to help local people stay warm this winter while connecting them with advice, support and opportunities available across Halton. Attendees will be able to browse a wide selection of free winter coats and speak directly with organisations offering practical help and guidance.
A variety of local partners will be attending, including Halton Family Hubs, British Red Cross, Halton Housing, the Volunteer Centre Halton & St Helens, Community Shop Halton, Halton Borough Council's Stronger for Longer programme, Citizens Advice Halton and Warrington Disability Partnership.
Visitors can find out more about the British Red Cross's Halton Support at Home offer, enjoy free homemade soup provided by Community Shop Halton, learn about the Stronger for Longer programme for adults aged 55+, and access advice and support from a range of specialist services.
This event is open to everyone and provides a welcoming opportunity to pick up a winter coat, connect with local organisations and discover support available within the community.
Urgent Appeal for Coat Donations
As preparations continue for the final Pick a Coat Day of the year, donations of children's coats, small men's coats and small women's coats are particularly needed. Anyone wishing to donate is encouraged to do so before the final collection deadline on Monday 16 November.
Event Details
Winter Warmer and Pick a Coat Day
📅 Wednesday 18 November 2026
⏰ 10am to 2pm
📍 St Marie's, Lugsdale Road, Widnes, WA8 6DB
Come along, pick a coat, enjoy a warm welcome and find out more about the support available in your local community.
The event poster highlights the organisations attending and key event details.