An Acklam pub is asking residents to donate warm clothing, sleeping bags and other essentials to support people experiencing homelessness across Teesside this winter.
The Coronation Inn, in Middlesbrough, has become a collection point for Nite Light , a local community organisation that provides practical help to people facing homelessness and financial hardship.
In an appeal shared on Facebook on 3 November, the pub encouraged customers and neighbours to look through their wardrobes and cupboards for useful items they no longer need.
What can people donate?
The Coronation is collecting:
- New and unused toiletries and hygiene essentials
- Old tents that are still in usable condition
- Sleeping bags
- Coats and jackets
- Other warm clothing
Donations can be dropped off at The Coronation Inn, Acklam, Middlesbrough, TS5 8AY. Anyone unsure whether an item is suitable can contact the pub on 01642 817599 before visiting.
Nite Light CIC has publicly thanked The Coronation for becoming a collection point and supporting the appeal.
Another way to help from home
People who cannot donate clothing or equipment can also support Nite Light through its Pay Forward scheme. The charity's website allows supporters to contribute towards a hot or cold drink, snack or meal that can be provided to someone who needs it.
The organisation also operates free community stalls around the Tees Valley and distributes food, clothing, hygiene products and other basic supplies. Its work includes helping people who are sleeping rough to access practical support.
To donate: take suitable items to The Coronation Inn in Acklam, or visit nitelightcic.co.uk to find out more about Nite Light's work and digital donation scheme.
Image: illustrative stock photograph, not the collection at The Coronation.