Soyang Europe spreads festive cheer with Christmas charity collection drive

Dec 15, 2025 | Industry News

pic 1 1 Soyang Europe spreads festive cheer with Christmas charity collection drive

The Soyang team collecting festive treats over the last few weeks, ready to donate to Colne Open Door Centre

Soyang Europe and, through its sister company Soyang Hardware, is delighted to be running a Christmas charity collection drive for the Colne Open Door Centre, a local, drop-in support facility.

Opened in March 2000, the centre was set up to respond to the needs of local people in Colne and the surrounding areas that live in social isolation and have become marginalised by society.

Louise Bibby and Alice Aspinall from Soyang Europe launched the collection drive in mid-November after hearing of how many families are facing a difficult festive season.

The drive collected items such as, boxed toys, gift sets, children’s books, soft toys, pyjamas, foodbank items, teen gifts, selection boxes, and other festive treats ready to hand over to Colne Open Door Centre.

Alice Aspinall, sales assistant at Soyang, said: “The response has been incredible. What started as a small collection has snowballed into something far bigger than we ever expected.

“Staff, customers, visitors, and delivery drivers have all taken time to contribute, and that kindness doesn’t go unnoticed. It’s a reminder of what this time of year is about: supporting our community and looking out for those who need a little extra help. This generosity will make a real difference for local families.”

Earlier this week the donations were delivered to the centre and Nick Alderson, the manager of the centre, share just how far these donations will go, as last year they helped support more than 500 local families.

Soyang Europe has also recently expanded its range of products and equipment available to customers from its Irish branch.

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