NQA Foodbank at Pathfinder House in Darlington is providing hot meals on Christmas Day to those who are struggling.

Booking is encouraged so the team can cater for the right number of people.

The cut off for booking will be Wednesday evening (December 22) at 6pm.

Call 01325 978848, contact NQA Foodbank on Facebook or email info@nqafoodbank.co.uk

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The team at NQA Foodbank said: "We are always looking to help those who need help and Christmas can be, by far, the hardest time of year.

"For many it can be a very lonely time of year, and with the uncertainty hanging over everybody regarding the current circumstances, many don't even know if they'll be able to see family or not.

"We have had some absolutely amazing support from Morrison's North Road Community Champion, Bike Stop Darlington, RAF Leeming, The Copper Beech pub, Hummersknott Academy, Sainsbury's, Taylor's Butchers & Cafe, Darlington Scouts, Darlington Rotary Club and more over the last week in our preparation for the festive period."

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"Our toy collection appeal with Darlington Scouts is still live and you can still donate toys for Butterwick Hospice and food for NQA Foodbank Darlington at any of the following locations: Pathfinder House on Northgate, East West Cash and Carry on Gladstone Street, Kaspas Deserts on Northgate, B&M Bargains on Northgate, Frade on John Dobbin Road, Eastbourne Park Community Hub and Hidden Gems Inner Tranquility on Neasham Road."

You can donate via the NQA Foodbank Go Fund Me page by clicking here.

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