Hundreds of gifts have already been donated to a Norwich Christmas appeal but there is still time to get involved.

Chantry Place shopping centre is again supporting Alive UK, a local charity which aims to provide emergency support for people in crisis, with a Christmas gifts and treats appeal for local children and their caregivers.

The Eastern Daily Press and Norwich Evening News are also partnering with Alive UK and Chantry Place on the appeal.

A collection point on the lower ground floor of Chantry Place, opposite Boots, is open until Sunday, December 17, where donations of unwrapped gifts, toys and chocolate treats are welcomed.

Chantry Place has donated 348 selection boxes to Alive UK to help them support homelessness charity Shelter, through money raised at a retailer charity bingo night recently held.

Jo Bates, operations manager at Chantry Place, said: “In just over a week we had 250 gifts donated by visitors and our retailers, and we hope to get many more before the appeal ends on December 17.

"We continue to be astounded by the generosity of our visitors to donate and help others, and the incredible and inspirational work that Alive and its team of volunteers do in supporting those in need in Norfolk is nothing short of amazing.

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"Last year, the appeal helped over 700 families and we hope we can help just as many again this year."

Norwich Evening News: Jo Bates and Nicky Colk from Chantry Place handing over selection boxes to Jo and JoJo Thorne at Alive UK Jo Bates and Nicky Colk from Chantry Place handing over selection boxes to Jo and JoJo Thorne at Alive UK (Image: Chantry Place)

All donations of new gifts are welcome for all ages, including babies, toys for children and presents for teenagers or those who care for them.

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Alive UK, which is supported by Alive Church, is also looking for donations of wrapping paper and sticky tape.

Jo Thorne, chair of trustees and pastor of Alive Church, added: “Thank you to Chantry Place and its visitors and retailers for their generosity.

"There is still time to drop off gifts and make a difference to families struggling this Christmas."