BUILDER’S merchant RGB Building Supplies, which has premises in Wellington, is inviting local people to contribute to its Christmas present appeal in aid of families being supported by Children’s Hospice South West.

RGB ran a successful appeal last year and is displaying a Christmas tree, and inviting people to place a gift suitable for a child of any age, or their parents, underneath it until Friday, December 1. The hospice will distribute the presents to families in time for Christmas Day.

RGB Wellington branch manager Paul Fleming said: “We were overwhelmed by the number of gifts donated to our 2016 appeal, so we’re delighted to bring it back this year – it’s clear that Children’s Hospice South West is a much-loved charity which the local community is keen to support.

“Presents suitable for a young child or teenager, or something small for parents can be donated, so that no member of a family is missed. In advance, we would like to thank everyone who donates a gift.”

All presents, no matter the size or value, will be gratefully received. RGB would like to ask that gifts are left unwrapped to ensure they are age appropriate for the recipient.

Children’s Hospice South West is RGB Building Supplies’ chosen charity. It provides care for children with life-limiting conditions and their families across the South-West. The care offered ranges from respite and short breaks, to emergency and end of life care.