Supporters of Surrey Air Ambulance can now raise vital funds for the lifesaving charity from home.

Family and friends can deposit their spare coins into branded home collection boxes to help keep the helicopters flying.

Collection box co-ordinator Shirley Brown said: “Every penny raised will help keep this vital Air Ambulance service flying for your community.

“Loose change boxes are a simple yet effective way to raise not only money but awareness of our charity and an easy way to collect those odd coins at home.”

Last year, more than £100,000 was raised from collection tins in shops, pubs, cafes and other public venues for Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance Trust.

To order a box call 01622 833833 or email shirleyb@kaat.org.uk.