This Christmas, Monks Cross Shopping is proudly supporting Barnardo’s Christmas Gift Appeal for 2026.
All donations will be distributed by the Barnardo’s Children’s Services team to children of all ages across Yorkshire who may otherwise go without, bringing some festive magic to local families this Christmas.
We kindly ask that all donations are dropped off in-store at Barnardo’s, Monks Cross, between Monday 2ndNovember and Monday 30th November. Drop off points can be found under the Christmas tree and at the till.
If you need inspiration, we’ve rounded up a few ideas below. Please note that only gifts that are new, in their original packaging and are unwrapped can be accepted. Toy knives and guns cannot be donated.
Christmas Gift Inspiration List
- Family board games and card games
- Colouring books, craft sets, and creative kits
- Soft and cuddly toys
- Construction sets including Lego, Meccano, and Brio
- Toy figures including dolls, animals and action figures
- Cars, trucks and sensory play mats
- Books and educational toys
- Toiletries sets for older children (must be sealed)
We thank you in advance for your donations and look forward to helping Barnardo’s make a real difference, helping to bringing the magic of Christmas to local families this year.
