Callington based Ginsters is supporting disadvantaged children this Christmas by sponsoring a festive break at CHICKS children’s charity.

CHICKS provides free respite breaks throughout the year for disadvantaged children living in the UK.

This year, the charity is hosting a Christmas break at its Cornish retreat in Tywardreath, from December 23 to 27.

The break will give 16 children the opportunity to experience a special Christmas, with traditional festivities.

CHICKS relies entirely on voluntary donations, and volunteers were delighted when Ginsters – a long-time supporter- offered to sponsor the Christmas break.

Jo Hartop, head of communications at Ginsters, said: ’We know the importance of the Christmas breaks in providing much needed respite at this time of year. We are delighted that our support is able to bring some happiness and joy to the children who attend.’

The children will visit Santa at the Eden Project and watch the Hall for Cornwall pantomime. On Christmas Day, all the children will wake up to stockings from Santa and be treated to a traditional Christmas dinner.