Generous - Essex County Fire and Rescue Service staff and public with Christmas hampers ready
KIND-HEARTED volunteers surprised 160 of the most in need families in north Essex with special festive hampers.
The hampers were delivered to families who would not have been able to afford a Christmas dinner or presents for their children.
The boxes contained food for breakfast, Christmas dinner, teatime, treats, toys and gifts for children, toiletries and pots and pans to cook with.
Gas and electric vouchers were also included in the hampers so the families could cook their food and keep their homes warm.
The project was led by Les Nicoll, community builder at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service and his charity North Essex Support Team (NEST).