The team at Ferndown Community Support CIC, which runs the Community Larder and Food+ Bank in the centre of town, have planned an exciting festive family treat, and all to raise money for Mission Santa Sacks, writes Hannah Hobbs-Chell.
From its conception, FCS has delivered more than 90 sacks of new, wrapped gifts to local children and teens who are struggling in the local area, all through donations and grant support.

This year is exceptionally tough for many families, so the FCS crew want to ensure they can again support those most in need and make sure there is something under everyone’s tree.
So please mark November 19, 1.30pm-5.30pm, Ferndown Day Centre in your diary.
Come and hear about the adventures of Mincey the Mouse, as he gets up to mischief with Santa in our Storytime and Singalong with Santa sessions.
Meet Santa and his elves, and of course Mincey, sing your heart out to Jingle Bells and Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer, and even take home a little goody bag.
Bookings for this festive delight are on the website at ferndowncommunitysupport.org.uk/christmas_fayre .

The not so young at heart can browse the stalls of local crafts and products, and pick up some Christmas gifts and treats. Have a go at the tombola and raffle – with some fantastic prizes already lined up.
These include four hours of professional decorating, a cut and blow dry from Top Knots , flowers from Ferndown Florist, Jewellery from Bluebell & Daisy, four sessions of Zumba by Debbie, voucher for the Old Thatch and Love All Food, a photography voucher courtesy of Fiona Moorey and more!

Grab a drink and a delicious slice of homemade cake whilst you’re there, and let the kids enjoy a turn at Splat the Rat, the colouring competition by Meyers Ferndown and throw-a-ball, and have a browse at the second-hand toy, games and book stalls.
The fayre has something for everyone, so do come down and have a great time while supporting a worthwhile local cause.
November 19, 1.30pm-5.30pm, Ferndown Day Centre, BH22 9JP… see you there!