This winter, Tusko have joined up with Marmalade Trust to tackle loneliness across the city of Bristol and the wider north Somerset area.

Loneliness can affect us all, at any time in our lives. We may start university in a new town or city, work anti-social hours, end a significant relationship or fall out with family members.

For some, their responsibilities as a parent or carer can leave little free time for socialising, while older people may find themselves without a support network to rely on.

While we can all feel lonely from time to time, Christmas is an especially challenging time of year to feel that way.

So when Tusko heard about Marmalade's challenge we jumped at the chance to be involved…