SIR - Worcester Lions Club would like to thank Worcester residents for their continued support of the Christmas Santa Sleigh Appeal.

The Lions and Santa, ably assisted by local Girl Guides, were out and about each evening from December 2 through to December 23, with only the odd evening cancelled due to bad weather.

Funds raised will go to support various local charities.

Worcester Lions Club would like to thank the local Girl Guides for their help with the collections together with several local companies.

It was marvellous to see so many children and adults excited to see Santa and his sleigh in the run up to Christmas.

Once again thanks for the continued support.

Santa is now taking a well earned rest, before preparations begin for Christmas 2008.

JOY HAFFNER, Worcester Lions Club.