WARRINGTON Youth Zone is preparing to launch its annual Christmas toy appeal.

Over recent years, the Youth Zone has worked in tandem with the local community to ensure no child is forgotten on Christmas morning.

And this year is no exception, with the toy appeal returning from Monday, November 4.

The Dallam Lane charity will be accepting donations up until Sunday, December 8, in the hope of helping struggling families over the festive season.

Since opening its doors in the summer of 2022, Warrington Youth Zone has worked with thousands of young people and their families from across the town.

Part of the OnSide Youth Zone network, they run daily sessions for young people aged between 7-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs.

You can help towards the Christmas toy appeal by donating toys and games - items the charity needs can be found here.

Or you can also donate to the charity's hamper appeal which asks for donations from the public of dry foods tinned and jarred goods and hygiene products.

A shopping list of all the items and how to donate can be found here.

Lastly, you can make a financial donation to support WYZ throughout Christmas, more details on this can be found at warringtonyouthzone.org/