THE Stanford-le-Hope branch of the Salvation Army is running a Tinsel and Turkey ‘Holiday at Home’ event next month.

Between December 12 and 17 elderly people can come and meet new people and join in activities including films, crafts, a Christmas concert, a carol service and making bird boxes and holly wreaths.

Daily transport is provided and the activities run at the base on Corringham Road from 10.30am to 4pm.

For more information contact 01375 360661 or Sharon.king@salvationarmy.org.uk.