Photo, from left – Nick Fudger (club member), Councillor Trish Rowlands (Vice-chair of the Steering group for a new Stafford refuge), Tammy Dodd (Women’s Aid representative), Roy Fudger and Audrey Bright (Social committee members).

Members of the Burton Manor Sports Association donated children’s presents this year in aid of Staffordshire Women's Aid, a charity that offers help to families who have suffered domestic violence and have refuges in different parts of Staffordshire.

Audrey Bright, a member of the Social committee at the club, said: "We thought it would be a good idea to get members to donate a gift for a boy or girl. It’s a simple idea, but it does make a difference to those experiencing difficulties."

At present the charity has room for 8 families in Stafford and 11 families in Cheadle. All are full at the moment. The age range of the children within these families are from pregnancy to approximately 15 years old and the length of stay could be anything from 1 night to 12 months. They also offer support to families who are able to stay in their own homes through their outreach service.

"This is so appreciated. We are always grateful for any support we can get" said Tammy Dodd, Women’s Aid representative.