South Yorkshire WH Community 2026 Annual Dinner - February 8, 2026 at Wong Ting Restaurant, Sheffield

We are immensely grateful to The National Lottery for their generous support of our 2026 Annual Dinner, making this memorable celebration possible. Their funding enabled us to bring our community together for an evening of joy, connection, and cultural celebration.

This year's event was our most successful yet, with 120 participants joining us at the beautiful Wong Ting Restaurant in Sheffield. The atmosphere was filled with warmth, laughter, and the spirit of togetherness as families and friends gathered to celebrate our community's achievements and strengthen our bonds.

The evening featured exciting games that brought out everyone's competitive spirit, a thrilling lucky draw with wonderful prizes, and an abundance of delicious traditional cuisine that delighted all palates. From young children to elderly members, everyone participated enthusiastically in the festivities.

We also took this special opportunity to honor our dedicated volunteers, presenting thankful gifts in recognition of their invaluable year-long service and contributions to our community. Their commitment makes everything we do possible.

2025: A Year of Remarkable Growth

We are proud to share that in 2025, we supported7,130 individuals—a truly busy and fruitful year representing a remarkable 150.2% increase compared to 2,850 individuals served in 2024.

2025 Service Overview:

Service Category	Key Programs	Participants
Community Support	Monday Lunch (45 weeks, free)	1,700
Sports & Health	Badminton/Table Tennis/Swimming (Most popular!)	1,200
Language Education	ESOL English Classes (Rotherham College)	1,050
Community Unity	Unity Hong Konger Community	800
Integration	Cohesion of Rotherham / Allotment	800
Major Outings	Whitby & Lincoln Trips	450
Cultural Festivals	Annual Dinner / Christmas / Mid-Autumn BBQ	380
Outdoor Activities	Hiking / Camping / Rotherham Show	400
Skills & Interests	Tai Chi / Knitting / Job Search / Dumpling Making / Mooncakes	350
TOTAL	2025 Annual Service Total	7,130

The joy on faces throughout the night was truly heartwarming. Families reconnected, new friendships formed, and our community unity grew stronger. These moments of shared happiness and cultural pride remind us why we gather—to support one another, celebrate our heritage, and build a thriving community together in South Yorkshire.