MORE than 100 boxes of food were collected for families in need at a South East Cornwall supermarket.

Callington town crier Tony Stentoford called people to action at Tesco and helped volunteers gather the 1, 341 kilograms of food over a three-day period.

He said ‘the amazing collection would provide food - as well as food for thought - for the people of Callington’.

Foodbank manager Pam Stephens said: “Once again we have been overwhelmed by the generosity and support of the people of Callington and the surrounding areas.

‘Our December collection weekend at Tesco Callington has helped to replenish our warehouse stock at a busy time of year. Thank you to the staff, our volunteers at the Foodbank, and to everyone who donated to help locals in need.’

For more information on Callington Foodbank, email [email protected] or call 07514 205212.