Rotary Oldham Metro members are embracing their festive spirit as they kick off their sweet Christmas giveaway.

They will be handing out 1,000 Christmas selection boxes to organisations and charities to put smiles on the faces of families.

Three hundred of the chocolate treats have been delivered to Mahdlo Youth Zone to help their Christmas appeal, supporting 200 families and Christmas parties.

Former Rotary Oldham Metro president Garvin Crabtree, who has been delivering the selection boxes, said: ”Metro have worked with Mahdlo since their inception.

"It is always a pleasure to support them where we can.

"Mahdlo are in touch with so many local children and families helping on so many different fronts.

“0ur members take them to different charity outlets and health centres with community officers also clubs such as Mahdlo.”