Classic Christmas characters drive through the streets delivering selection boxes to children (Image: Franny Briggs)

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The Kirkby Christmas Crusade is back for another festive drive-by parade of Christmas characters and gifts. Lead by Franny Briggs into its fifth year, this year's event will aim to give out 10,000 presents to children, with new activities and surprise characters to enjoy. The crusade started as a way to keep spirits high with children after COVID-19 closed Santa's grottos in 2020 and is now an annual tradition in the area.

Last year, donations went toward creating Buddy Benches in primary schools across Kirkby and community projects for local children. Organisers are refocusing on gift-giving and welcome selection box donations that wi

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