Specsavers Washington stores get in the festive spirit and donate Christmas gifts to foodbank

The Specsavers Washington stores, located in The Galleries and Sainsbury’s, got into the festive spirit to collect and donate Christmas presents for the Washington Community Food Project.

Both staff and customers generously came together to gather up the items ahead of the big day.

Claire Killeen, retail director at Specsavers Washington, says: ‘Giving back to our local community, particularly at this time of year, is of huge importance to our stores and staff.

‘We are absolutely delighted with the response from our team and our customers as we’ve gathered a terrific number of Christmas toys and gifts for the Washington Community Food Project.

‘The annual toy drive can make a child’s Christmas and we are so pleased to have played a small part in making the festive season a little brighter for someone.’

Specsavers has two stores in the local area, one within the Galleries Shopping Centre and the newer of the stores in Sainsbury’s.

To book an appointment or speak to a member of the team at Specsavers Galleries store, visit or call 0191 574 0928.

To book an appointment at Specsavers Sainsbury’s visit or call 0191 574 0383.