Shropshire Star

Toy Appeal: Toys start to flood in from across Shropshire

Toys have started to arrive, ready to give children a special Christmas.

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We are asking Shropshire Star readers to donate brand new toys and games, which we will distribute to ensure that the less fortunate children in our area will get the Christmas they deserve.

The toys will be given to a number of children's charities and organisations, including Hope House Hospice, our hospitals and vulnerable youngsters under the care of Telford & Wrekin Council.

The Shropshire Star has combined forces with Shrewsbury's Storage King for the Toy Appeal.

Drop-off bins have been set up at the Star's main office in Waterloo Road, Ketley, as well as at Storage King's warehouse on the Battlefield Enterprise Park in Shrewsbury.

Star deputy editor Mark Drew said: "We are very grateful for the gifts we have received so far and look forward to being given more in the coming weeks. They will bring some happiness to children facing illness or challenges in their lives."

Donated toys need to be new but unwrapped so that the charities are able to select the right gift to fit the recipient. Books, puzzles, colouring books and pens are also welcome, as well as DVDs for all ages.

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