Pub owner Andrew Hoyle wants to make sure homeless people don’t feel forgotten this Christmas

A DOG-FRIENDLY pup is throwing open its doors on Christmas day to give away free meals to homeless people and their dogs.

The Gunners Pub on Blackstock Road will be open from 2pm until late this Christmas, with house dog Ted getting ready to give a warm welcome.

Pub owner Andrew Hoyle said: “We’re happy to be doing it.

“We hope to make a difference to some people’s lives on Christmas day.

It’s a horrible time of year for the homeless, especially with the weather and how cold it can get, so it’s good to be giving something back.”

The Gunners Pub dog, Ted, is getting into the festive spirit

As well as free food the Gunners pub will be giving away warm clothes and dog treats.

Mr Hoyle told the Tribune they are still eager for donations.

“We’ve had some generous donations so far, but it would be great to get more clothing, jumpers, jackets and shoes to keep people warm and remind them that they haven’t been forgotten or left behind this Christmas,” he said.

The Gunners Pub on Blackstock Road

If you want to donate anything you can contact @TheGunnersPub on Twitter or visit during opening times after 4pm weekdays and from 12pm on weekends.