Punters to pen Christmas cards for those in need

A popular city centre pub is asking punters to pen a Christmas card for those in need.

- by Katy Wheeler

The Beehive in Sunderland is among 12 community pubs across the region, including Bird in Washington and Crown in Boldon Colliery, calling on their customers to help spread festive cheer by writing Christmas cards to those facing loneliness and isolation this Christmas.

This year, customers have also been given the opportunity to purchase a drink for the recipient, which can be redeemed at a later date.