Visit from neighbours star

Ian Smith, who plays Harold Bishop in Neighbours, visited Northiam’s homeless animals at The Blue Cross equine and small animal adoption centre on Tuesday 20 December and was requesting festive treats and donations from the public, to help the charity’s work.

Ian kindly agreed to give autographs and encourage the local community to give treats, toys and any donations to help make Christmas happier for the homeless animals in The Blue Cross’s care.

Playing Aladdin in Hastings
Ian is currently starring in Aladdin at the White Rock Theatre in Hastings and has taken the time to help local needy animals have more to celebrate over the festive season.

Centre manager Maria Marmo said: “We are delighted to have Ian to help us at the this time of year when our resources are stretched to the limit.”

Equine manager, Rosie Mogford said: ”We are very grateful to Ian for sparing the time, and hope people will join him in helping the animals at The Blue Cross this Christmas.”