The event is now in its 29^th year and will take place on Sunday, December 1.

Local motorcycle riders will join together in support of local charities by providing toys for local children who may otherwise not receive gifts this Christmas.

Any funds raised are also used to provide families with grocery only vouchers so that they can enjoy the traditional Christmas dinner.

Riders meet at Shoalhaven Council car park in Bridge Street Nowra from 10.30am. Coffee will be available at the start point and Santa will lead the ride out at 11.45am sharp for Berry Bowling Club.

Commemorative patches will be on sale at the start and end of the ride and a sausage sizzle will be held at the Berry Bowling Club when the riders arrive.

Riders are encouraged to decorate their bikes to add to the Christmas spirit. The parade is always popular with residents and others along the route.

The Toy Run is organised by the South Coast Branch of the Ulysses Club who encourage riders from other clubs or individuals to come along and join them.

Entry for the event is free, but riders are asked to bring along a new, unwrapped toy suitable for children aged from 3-13 years.

Event organiser, Mike Leonard, advised that whilst all donations are gratefully accepted, fluffy toys are discouraged for health reasons.

He also suggested that this year riders should consider the 10-13 years age groups when purchasing their gift as this group is often in the greatest need.

"The Toy Run is an excellent way to give back to the community and show that motorcyclists are caring and concerned community members too," South Coast Ulysses Club president Ben Williams said.

He added the Toy Run also accepted donations of non-perishable food items which are used to help local families who may be finding it tough to manage a Christmas dinner.

You don't need to own a motorcycle to donate. Come along on the day with your gift or contact event organiser, Mike Leonard, on 0421 044 134 for drop off/pick up details.