A Norfolk-based poultry factory has donated hundreds of chickens to families in need this Christmas.

Fakenham & Wells Times: Banham Poultry donated more than 800 chickens to families in need this ChristmasBanham Poultry donated more than 800 chickens to families in need this Christmas (Image: Banham Poultry)

Banham Poultry, in partnership with Soul Foundation, has donated more than 800 whole chickens to spread cheer and joy to families during the festive season.

The business has been in partnership with Soul Foundation since the beginning of the first lockdown in March and has been regularly donating products to feed families and cook ready meals for homeless people in Norfolk.

Fakenham & Wells Times: Banham Poultry donated more than 800 chickens to families in need this ChristmasBanham Poultry donated more than 800 chickens to families in need this Christmas (Image: Banham Poultry)

A spokesperson from Banham Poultry said: "The unprecedented impact of Covid-19 has impacted everyone but no more so than the lower-income families and homeless.

"Despite the government assistance and furlough schemes, many people are really struggling to make ends meet.

"This Christmas we would like to do our part in spreading a little goodwill and festive cheer by donating fresh British whole chickens to more than 800 families to enjoy as a part of their celebrations."