A PUB at the heart of the community is offering free lunches to anyone who needs them on Christmas Day.

West Bergholt resident Laurianne Mayhew has teamed up with The Queen’s Head pub in Queen’s Road in the village to cook 50 meals for anyone in the area in need for collection or delivery.

West Bergholt Football Club and Perrins Butchers, as well as the pub’s suppliers, have all chipped in to make this Christmas giveaway possible.

Pub owner Lisa Adam said: “I thought Laurianne’s selfless idea was lovely and we jumped at the chance to help anyone who finds themselves in need over the Christmas period.

“We’re hoping to help anyone who’s elderly, lonely or could do with a helping hand.”

Booking is essential. For details, call 01206 240394 or to register an interest.