THERE is still time to donate gifts this Christmas to victims of domestic abuse.
This newspaper has backed the Surrey Gift Appeal to give those who have fled abusive situations and are spending the festive season at a refuge a special treat.
Dozens of packages have already been delivered to the Mirror's Redhill office, which will wing their way to those at Reigate and Banstead Women's Aid refuge and clients of East Surrey Domestic Abuse Service.
Karen Carpenter, 41, from Earlswood, donated gifts. She said: "I saw the article in the paper and had a look at the Facebook page. I think it's a fantastic idea and a really worthwhile cause.
"Like most women, I've got piles of stuff and only a fraction of it gets used. Realistically, coming up to Christmas, I'd get another load more. I sorted out the things I won't get round to using and knew there would be someone else who would appreciate them more."
If you would like to donate gifts, drop-off points include the Surrey Mirror office at 1-3 Queensway, Redhill; Elite Garages on the corner of Essendene Road, Caterham on the Hill; and Amano Deli, Limpsfield Road, Warlingham.
The deadline is January 6. For details, visit www.facebook.com/surreygiftappeal