An annual appeal to provide toys for children who may not otherwise get them has been hailed another massive success.

More than 210 will have presents to open on Christmas Day – thanks to Alsager Toy Appeal and organisers have praised those who sent in toys.

The Christmas Toy appeal is a project of Alsager Community Support organised by local toy appeal co-ordinators Teresa and Don Longhurst. 

This year the toys were prepared by a group of volunteers, for distribution at Alsager Guide Hall.

Mr and Mrs Longhurst said: "We are continually amazed by the generosity of the local residents, schools, businesses, churches who donate toys, gifts, wrapping paper and chocolate treats.

"This has allowed the appeal to give toys and gifts to over 210 children to open on Christmas Day.

Toys collected for a previous year. (Photo: Nub News)

"Despite the very challenging times we are all facing, the response to the appeal again this year has been very good, and it demonstrates what a caring community Alsager is.

"We would like to thank all those who donated and helped us with the appeal this year." 

Liz Pinkney, Trustee and Manager of Alsager Community Support said "This is the 8th year of our toy appeal, and once again we have been overwhelmed by the kindness of so many local people who have thought of others and have brought toys and gifts for us to pass on. 

"We are very thankful for Don and Teresa and their team of helpers, who have once again taken on the task of organising this huge operation on behalf of ACS.

"I'd like to take this opportunity of wishing all our supporters a Merry Christmas and a happy new year."

Alsager Community Support, whose Facebook link is here recently moved to 19-21 Crewe Road on the left-hand side of The Vault (immediately to the right of Sainsbury's). 

It is open from 9.30 to 12.30 pm on weekdays.  For more information, contact alsagercommunitysupport.org.uk