THE congregation at Kilmacolm Parish Church have organised a Christmas gift coffee morning to help three charities this festive season. 

People are being encouraged to bring unwrapped gifts to Kidston Hall on Saturday, December 7 between 10am and 12noon. 

Donations sought include boxes or tins of biscuits and chocolates; pyjamas, hats, scarves and gloves and socks for women and children; toiletries for adults; and toys, books and selection boxes for children.

(Image: Google Maps / Street View) The gifts will be distributed to Crossreach Scotland, Inverclyde Children and Family Team (HSCP), and Inverclyde Women's Aid.

Santa and his helper elves will be in the grotto at the Kidston Hall waiting to receive the gifts, and there will be presents for youngsters who come along. 

Refreshments will be served, and there will be a raffle in aid of Ardgowan Hospice, and entertainment from local choirs.