Craft it at Christmas

Get crafting this Christmas! 

Craft your way towards a cure for Crohn’s and Colitis

Choose your own festive crafting activity, whether you make something to sell, bake up a storm or host a Christmas 'upcycled' jumper day.

Set your own target for how much to raise throughout the festive season.

Not quite set on your festive fundraising idea? Don't worry!

We’ve got you covered with our simple, yet incredibly effective festive ideas. Make and sell any of these crafts in exchange of a donation;

  • Christmas hamper: Jams, tea, cheese.. the beauty of a hamper, is you can choose what to fill it with! You could get local businesses to donate items.
  • Calming Lavender bag: Quick to create and can make for a wonderful gift
  • Christmas treat bags: Little hessian gift bags, filled with yummy sweets
  • Card making: A personalised card is wonderful for any occasion
  • Bake Christmas cookies: A delicious way to fundraise
  • Christmas decorations: Something that children also love to make, so get whole families involved!

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Helpline Service

Temporary closure - 10/06/2026

Our Helpline will be closed from Wednesday 10 June and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.

We may be closed but we have lots of information here on our website.

If you need urgent medical advice you can call NHS 111 or in Northern Ireland phone your local Phone First. In an emergency call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

If you need emotional support the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 116 123.


We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with Crohn’s or Colitis. But we’re with you. We can give you the right information and support at the right time.

We’re here for everyone.

How Can We Help?

  • We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
  • Listen and talk about living with IBD
  • Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
  • Give you contact details of specialist organisations
  • We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information

Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.

Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).

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If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.

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