St Christopher's Champagne Reception 2026

An evening with champagne and canapés in aid of St Christopher’s Hospice, held annually at Dulwich Picture Gallery and in its grounds. The Reception is organised by a group of volunteers and has been running for 26 years. All our waiters, both adults and young people, give their time freely. To date, we have raised £945,000.

Date
Fri 11th Sep 2026
Time
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Dulwich Picture Gallery, Gallery Road, SE21 7AD
London
Tickets
£75
We are very grateful to :
Harvey and Wheeler 
Cameo Event Hire
Chris Evans for the photos (Instagram: @chrisevansphoto)
Alice Rea for the graphic Design 
Angel Press for the printing 
Flower arrangements kindly donated by the Dulwich Petal Project (dulwichpetalproject.co.uk - Instagram: dulwichpetalproject)
Ice kindly donated by Hot Rock Ice (hotrockice.co.uk) 
Meat kindly donated by Jones the butcher (Jonesthebutcher.me.uk)

Timetable for the evening :
The reception will run from 7-9:30pm.
The director of the Dulwich Picture Gallery, Jennifer Scott, will give a tour of the Gallery at 7:15pm and 7:45pm.
Speech in the Gallery at 7:10pm and 7:40pm.
Speech in the Marquee at 8:45pm.



Thank you for supporting our reception in aid of St Chistopher's Hospice




FAQ's

What is the address?
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Dulwich Picture Gallery, Gallery Road, SE21 7AD. Entrance through College Road only.  Please note that the College Road gate will shut at 8:30pm. Exit through Gallery Road only.
What is the timing of the event?
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From 7pm to 9:30pm. Please note the College Road Gate will shut from 8:30pm. Exit through Gallery Road only.
Is there a dress code? 
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Smart/Casual
How can I buy raffle tickets?
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Raffle tickets will be on sale at the event. There is a list below of all the wonderful prizes that have kindly been donated.
How can I donate?
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You can donate through this page. There will also be opportunities to donate on the night.
Do I need to bring cash to the event?
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You are welcome to bring cash but payment by card will be available.
Do I need to bring my entrance ticket?
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Yes. Please show your email confirmation on your phone.
Will the Gallery be open?
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Yes from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. The lockers will not be accessible after 8:30pm. The marquee will be open until 9:30pm.
Will there be a tour of the Gallery?
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The director of the Dulwich Picture Gallery, Jennifer Scott, will give a tour of the Gallery at 7:15 and 7:45pm
Can I volunteer to help with the Champagne Reception?
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We always welcome volunteers. Please email us on dulwichchampagnereception@gmail.com

RAFFLE PRIZES