THE Christmas Sparkle project is appealing for gifts for youngsters in Wellington and Taunton living in difficult circumstances.

It will have collection points for new, unwrapped presents suitable for babies to 18-year-olds at the Co-op, Odette’s tea room and The Emporium in Wellington from November 1.

The project works with local charities and agencies to identify recipients. In its first year last year it provided 500 gifts­.