Haslemere Food Bank is calling on residents to help fill the stockings of those in need this Christmas. The food bank has launched its annual Christmas gift drive, with several ways for people to lend a hand.

Shoppers can purchase a gift or donate money at any participating Haslemere business with donations distributed to those struggling financially.

This year’s line-up of participating stores includes Sass & Spirit, The Haslemere Bookshop, The Sports Locker, Past and Present, The Original Factory Shop, R Miles & Son, Oliver’s, Hemingways of Haslemere, and Tesco.

Gifts can also be dropped off at The Swan Inn Haslemere. Please note, only brand-new gifts can be accepted. So, if you have unused items at home that could make a great gift, feel free to leave them at The Swan Inn, who will deliver them to the food bank.

The food bank has thanked all participating businesses and the community for their generous donations.