Tesco customers are being asked to give something back this Christmas.

The retail giant's Hibel Road superstore has launched a collection for new toys to be donated to the children's ward at Macclesfield Hospital.

Running until December 15, donated toys will be distributed to children spending time in hospital over the festive period.

Store Manager Chloe Griffiths said: "We take pride in supporting our local community during the year through Tesco Stronger Starts and our Community Food Connection programme.

"This year's toy donation campaign is a fantastic way for customers to help local families in need and ensure children in our community have something to open on Christmas Day.

"We are so grateful to our customers who donate what they can to help bring a little festive joy to local families this Christmas."

The collection runs from November 12 to December 15 (Credit: Tesco)

The Macclesfield supermarket is one of 800 large Tesco stores across the UK to set up a dedicated toy donation point.

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Last year, the initiative saw customers donate a total of 125,000 toys, with the retailer looking to beat that number this year.

Claire De Silva, head of communities at Tesco, said: "Our stores are committed to supporting local children and their communities year-round, and thanks to the generosity of our customers and colleagues, the annual toy donation campaign is a wonderful way to make a difference at Christmas.

"It's great to see Tesco Macclesfield Superstore partnering with Macclesfield Hospital this year to ensure that every child experiences the magic of Christmas."