CHILDREN will soon be able to send their Christmas wish lists to Santa from Malvern Tourist Information Centre, whilst also raising money for charity.

The Victorian Post Box will be open from Monday, November 14, until Wednesday, December 14, at the TIC at the top of Church Street, Great Malvern.

Letters can be posted with the purchase of a special £1 stamp. All children will then receive a personal reply and small gift from Father Christmas, straight from the North Pole.

All proceeds from the letters will be donated to Acorns Children's Hospice. Last year, £183 was raised.

Cllr Phil Grove, leader of Malvern Hills District Council, said: “Christmas spirit has already arrived in the town and we are really pleased to be holding this lovely tradition for children once again.

“Acorns Children’s Hospice provides care and services for children, young people and their families, and we are proud to support such a worthy charity.”