The Green Hut - the drop-in centre in Gorse Hill will receive £5,000 which will be used to launch a newsletter.

Above, Alan Fletcher, chairman of the Green Hut (centre front) hosts a party at St Barnabas Church hall, in Cricklade Road, to celebrate the success of the charity, which helps the homeless, unemployed and elderly.

The Evening Advertisers Christmas Appeal donated £250 to the Green Hut, which ensured the festive period went with a

swing. Mr Fletcher said: "We are so grateful for the Advertisers continuing support. £250 goes a long way and made our Christmas party a wonderful success.