Who is the London Chinatown Chinese Association?

1987

Charitable Activities

From aiding the local Chinese community in London in times of need to responding to disaster relief efforts both in UK and China, LCCA has consistently spared no effort in supporting those affected by crises. Over the years, LCCA has raised funds for numerous disaster-stricken areas in both the UK and China, including the Grenfell Tower Fire (2017), the COVID-19 pandemic (2020–2022), the Daxinganling Fire (1987), the East China Floods (1991), and the widespread flooding of the Yangtze River (1998), among others.

1997

Hong Kong Returns

The LCCA maintains a close relationship and bond with the Hong Kong's New Territories Community. One notable participation by LCCA was the “Preserve The Villages And Clans Action” organised by New Territories Heung Yee Kuk.

2015 New Gateway

Peace and Prosperity to Chinatown

The original three Paifang style gates to London Chinatown were compelted in 1986, and has stood proudly in place. To commermorate the UK China Year of Exchange, a new gate was planned to be situated in Wardour Street leading from Leicester Square. LCCA worked with Westminster Council and all local businesses in a major project which involved specialists from China and UK to engineer a beautiful and magnificent structure positioned to meet perfect Feng Shui. The foundations were laid on 9 July 2015 with the gate being made in Beijing by China's top Ching Dynasty gate builders who worked with UK's top engineers to make sure it met all local regulations. It is now amongst one of the most photographed landmarks in London.

COVID-19 Response: Protecting the Vulnerable and Rebuilding Together

2020 In response to the pandemic, LCCA actively supported vulnerable members of the community, as well as the NHS and other essential services. It donated personal protective equipment (PPE) to hospitals, the police, local councils, Transport for London (TfL), care homes, and the general public. LCCA also provided free vaccine shots to the community and offered volunteer support to help combat the virus. In addition, LCCA organised various events to help businesses return to normal.

Today

Chinese Festivals

LCCA proudly remains committed to its aim in serving the Chinese business community in London. Today it is also the official organisor of the annual Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese New Year Celebrations held in Chinatown. Over the years these events have not only attracted people throughout Britain but from Europe and around the world. In particular the Chinese New Year Festival is now the biggest Chinese New Year celebrations held outside of Asia, it has become an integral part of the London event calendar and is the biggest outdoor event in London attended by hundreds of thousands people each year.

Onwards

Improve on improvements

London Chinatown has been transformed into a cleaner, safer and more enjoyable place for its visitors and the local community over the last four decades. Working with the local council and other stakeholders, LCCA will continue to develop and make improvements to meet the changing needs of the area.