Gingerbread Street
Join us on Gingerbread Street
The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne
Closing date for entries: TBC
Judging event: 3 December 2026
Public exhibition: 4 December 2026 – 4 January 2027
This Christmas, we are inviting local businesses and community groups to use their skills and innovation to construct a gingerbread building that will become part of ‘Gingerbread Street’ kindly sponsored by Lovell and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
This exciting event, part of our Giving a Home Christmas Appeal, will see all of the biscuity buildings placed together to form Gingerbread Street. An enchanting exhibition that will go on display for families to visit this festive season at The Biscuit Factory in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Get involved
Solving homelessness is more than just providing a roof overhead. It’s about helping people to find a community, a safe place where they can belong and build a brighter future. That’s what Gingerbread Street is all about.
To take part in the competition, purchase your plot of land upon which your gingerbread building will be displayed, choose from three sizes:
| Plot | Entry Fee* | Ideal for |
| Large 50 x 50 cm | £695 | Organisations wanting a standout presence and maximum impact |
| Medium 50 x 25 cm | £395 | Businesses looking for increased visibility and creative space |
| Small 25 x 25 cm | £295 | Independent businesses, community groups and first-time entrants |
Closing date for entries is TBC.
Entry includes a pre-cut base board, plus tickets for your team to attend our exclusive judging event taking place on 3 December at The Biscuit Factory.
*Double your donation
We are taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge – meaning all donations made between 1 and 8 December will be doubled! That’s double the impact for people facing homelessness.
To ensure your donation is doubled, thanks to match funding, your entry fee payment must be made either by card or by BACS via our Big Give donation page during Big Give week!
All proceeds will go towards Oasis Community Housing’s Giving a Home Appeal, supporting adults, young people and children out of homelessness at Christmas and throughout the year.
Happy building!
Thank you to the wonderful businesses who have already pledged to support our Giving a Home appeal!
Judges to be announced soon!
Sponsorship opportunities
Sponsoring Gingerbread Street is a great way to promote your company and demonstrates how your business, in partnership with Oasis Community Housing, is bringing hope to more people affected by homelessness.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please contact our Corporate Partnerships Manager, Sophie Barker on 07736994331 or sophie.barker@oasiscommunityhousing.org.
