Transforming lives, unleashing potential
At the Licensed Trade Charity, we are here to support you with a whole host of services that can help you transform your life and get you back to your best. If you work or have ever worked in the licensed hospitality sector, we can provide you and your family with wellbeing, financial (including for some a grant) and practical support.
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Want to help?
Who we help
We’re here for all the brilliant people who keep our industry vibrant and together.
From bartenders to brewers, servers to sous chefs, if you work tirelessly within and are associated with the pub, bar and brewery community, we appreciate your dedication and are here to support and empower you, whatever challenge you face.
Be it physical illness, reduced wellbeing, or financial difficulties, our range of services, grants and coping strategies are there to help you manage a setback and get back on track.
How can we help you?
Wellbeing Support
It’s important to take care of your mental health, as stress and anxiety can affect anyone at any time. Getting help sooner rather than later is key to help keep you feeling your best. Our 24/7 helpline on 0808 801 0550 and website are here for you and are completely free of charge. We can help you access the support you need.
Financial Support
Money worries can affect anyone in the industry and can have a significant negative impact on your mental and physical wellbeing. We understand and never judge. If you need advice, support or even a grant to help get you back on your feet, get in touch to find out if we can help.
Practical Advice
Whether it’s housing, health, education, or employment, we have a network of experts from inside and outside the licensed hospitality sector that you can access to get help and advice. We’ve been supporting and advising people for over 200 years now, so we’ve got the experience and network you need.
The LTC Wellbeing Platform
Support yourself and your teams with access to thousands of resources.
Enhance your wellbeing with our free Wellbeing Platform. Designed to provide practical tools, guidance, and support, the platform offers:
- Live Chat: Speak to wellbeing professionals in real time.
- Counselling: Access confidential one-to-one support.
- Resources: Explore thousands of articles, guides, and videos.
2024 support in numbers
In 2024 we transformed the lives of over 40,000 people working in licensed hospitality.
With a total number of calls to our helpline sitting at almost 4,000 and £1,305,256 total given in grants. We thank each and every person who has contributed to the charity throughout 2024, be it through fundraising or raising general awareness about the services we offer.
Financial grants awarded last year
£ 1305256
Number of calls to our helpline last year
3959
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Learn more about our work at the Licensed Trade Charity
At the Licensed Trade Charity, we are here to help and support anyone in the licensed hospitality sector who needs help navigating their personal challenges.
Watch this video to hear from our Director of Charity Operations, Joby Mortimer, and find out more about how we can support you.
Whatever support you need right now, however long you’ve been working in the licensed trade, whatever role you work in – we’re here for you. Call us on our free helpline 0808 801 0550 or click here to browse our resource hub. Because everyone needs a little TLC.
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“We have found over many years, that the Licensed Trade Charity, have always been there for us. At times of problems, their advice and assistance has gone the full mile and provided us with relief by removing a lot of worry. We always thank them. If you have a problem ring them!”
Our support
If you‘re not yet sure about reaching out to us for support, sit back and listen to a few who have.
Hear how our services supported Shirley who was struggling with deep depression after a family bereavement.
Whatever support you need right now, however long you’ve been working in the licensed trade, and no matter what your role – we’re here for you. Call us on our free helpline 0808 801 0550 or click here to browse our resource hub. Because everyone needs a little TLC.
Let’s get started
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Remember, you can always reach out to us via our helpline, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Give us a call on 0808 801 0550, and we’ll do our best to assist you.