Help to spread the festive joy by gifting toys this Christmas

Until the 15 December, Tesco’s Portsmouth Extra, Cosham Superstore, Portsmouth Extra at Fratton Way and Portsmouth Superstore are holding a collection for new and unwrapped toys for local good causes, which will then distribute the toys to local children.

Julie Knight, Community Champion at the Portsmouth Extra, said: “We are proud to be supporting the local branch of the Salvation Army, which is located close to our branch and will help people in our immediate area.

“We take pride in supporting our community during the year, and this year’s toy donation campaign is a fantastic way for customers to help local families in need.”

For the campaign, each of the stores will have a dedicated toy donation point where customers can donate new, unwrapped toys purchased in store.

Claire De Silva, Head of Communities at Tesco, said: “Our stores are committed to supporting local children and their communities year-round, and thanks to the generosity of our customers and colleagues, the annual toy donation campaign is a wonderful way to make a difference at Christmas.

“It's great to see these Portsmouth stores partnering with local good causes this year to ensure that every child experiences the magic of Christmas.”

Last Christmas Tesco customers donated a total of 125,000 toys, with the retailer looking to beat that number this year.