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Warsop Parish Christmas Smile is entirely run by volunteers and aims to ensure families in need have the best possible holiday season.

Families who are going through hardship may have been nominated to receive support from community donations but nominations are now closed.

Nominations are sent to the Warsop campaign team from schools and community groups in the parish.

Coun John Coxhead along with Paul Chadbourne at Mansfield 103.2.

Residents volunteer each year to accept and distribute donations to those in need of a helping hand over the festive period, having received donations of food, clothing, essentials and presents over the years.

Jen Cockcroft, Linda Davis and Coun Karen Hardy launched the scheme in 2018 which was a “resounding” success.

The campaign has already received hundreds of donations from schools, community groups and businesses in the area including Mansfield 103.2.

The radio station has collated donations of toys and gifts for Warsop Parish Christmas Smile who will then distribute them to families in the area.

Volunteers accepted gifts and toys have been donated by employees at Wincanton B&Q Worksop Distribution Centre.

Coun John Coxhead said he was approached by Coun David Hughes who wanted to bring “happiness” to young children and was asked if there was any chance that the organisation in Warsop could gain access to some items ideal for Christmas gifts.

And the donations have given the campaign a “huge boost” to support even more families this year.

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Other donations received were from Hetts Lane Infant and Nursery School and Wincanton B&Q Worksop distribution centre.

Coun John Coxhead said: “Once I was contacted by Coun Hughes – I immediately thought of our local radio station who have continued to help me in various requests throughout the years.

“I contacted Paul Chadbourne at Mansfield 103.2 who jumped at the chance and no sooner had I put the phone down there were presents to collect from the station.

“I have to add that Mansfield 103.2 never hesitate and always help and promote whenever they can and I know that everyone who will benefit from their support will be thankful.”

The campaign covers Church Warsop, Meden Vale, Sookholme, Spion Kop, Warsop and Warsop Vale.

If you require any further information, readers can contact the group by emailing [email protected]

Bringing 'smiles' to Warsop this Christmas with community donations