A WARRINGTON storage company is appealing for public support in a bid to ensure no child goes without a Christmas present.

Smart Storage Warrington in Lythgoes Lane, wants residents to add one extra gift to their festive shopping list and donate it at their nearest drop-off centre.

Mark Appleton, of Smart Storage Warrington said: "It's something that we have done for a number of years and it provides kids in care and those from less fortunate families a gift at Christmas.

"When you sit down and talk to some of these charities, the kid's stories are heart breaking and you realise what you take for granted."

There are a number of drop-off points across Warrington including the Smart Storage facility, the Warrington Wolves shop in the Halliwell Jones Stadium, and Warrington Town football club in Common Lane.

The Widnes Vikings based in the Halton Stadium are also joining in the toy appeal this year.

Mark added: "We are trying to spread the idea across Halton too.

"This is the season of good will and it never ceases to amaze me the generosity of the people of Warrington.

"We can't thank them enough."

Organiser and Smart Storage manager, Emma Greenwood, said: "I know budgets are stretched as it is at this time of year, but there are some children who face having nothing at Christmas.

"It's new toys and gifts we are looking for, and we had loads and loads to pass on to children last Christmas from an incredibly generous public.

"More and more people are struggling, and it’s not easy finding extra money, but one new toy can transform this Christmas for a child who would otherwise go without.

"Please, if you can, help make that difference."