Give the Gift of Conversation this Christmas 

Posted on 18th November, 2025

Give the Gift of Conversation this Christmas 

This December, we’ve launched a nationwide Christmas campaign aimed at tackling loneliness and encouraging connection, under the tagline “Give the Gift of Conversation this Christmas”.

The campaign officially launched on Monday 1st December 2025 with the release of a heart-warming Christmas advert style video across social media – celebrating the power of community, kindness, and conversation. The video has already amassed over 150,000 views across social media in just 4 days.

The campaign comes at a time that for many can be a difficult and isolating period. ANDYSMANCLUB hopes to spark a nationwide movement reminding people that sometimes, the simplest gift, a chat, can mean everything.

As part of the campaign, we’ve sent out FREE “I’m Happy To Chat” table signs to venues across the UK – anywhere people gather for a cuppa, a meal, or a drink – to help break down barriers, spark conversation and spread connection during the festive season.

The response has been incredible, with over 600 venues and community spaces taking part – from local cafés and university campuses to barbershops, pubs, and council buildings – showing just how many different settings can play a part in helping people connect.

“Loneliness doesn’t take a break for Christmas,” explained Lucas Whitehead, Head of Partnerships at ANDYSMANCLUB. “This campaign is about reminding people that small acts – like saying hello, starting a chat, or sharing a coffee – can genuinely change someone’s day. We want as many people as possible to help us spread that message.”

The “Give the Gift of Conversation” campaign will run throughout December, featuring social media stories, physical activations, and heartfelt reminders that connection is one of the most powerful gifts we can give.

Video Credits
Directed by Lee D Barnes
Written by Emma Laycock, Sasha Massam & Lucas Whitehead
Produced by Lucas Whitehead & Lee D Barnes
1st AD – Mia Ainsley
2nd AD – Eddie Clover
Son – Joshua Napier
Dad – Nathaniel Marco Freckleton Moses
Grandfather – Cleve Freckleton
Shop Assistant – Kamal Surrana
Waitress – Maisie Davis
AMC group – Dean Senior, Stuart Garlick, Neil Waine, Ashton Allert, Takudzwa Mushonga, Darren Bland
With thanks to the Surrana Family at Hopwood Lane Mini Market, Dan and Steve at The Woolpack, Almondbury and Vicky Nolan at Hatch Brunch-house.

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