Rex Features

An anonymous man dressed as Batman is helping the needy in Sheffield by performing good deeds.

The mystery donor has handed out more than £10,000 of his own cash and volunteered his services at charity shops and soup kitchens in the city.

“My message is that you donÂ’t need to be a superhero, or super wealthy, to give to deserving causes. If you can give cash, or toys, that’s fantastic. The most precious gift of all is your time,” the Caped Crusader impersonator, who described himself as a wealthy businessman, told the Daily Express.

“I don’t care if some people think I’m bonkers. If I inspire others to give their time and money to good causes this Christmas, it’s been worth it.

“When I take my mask off I’m just an ordinary guy. The real superheroes are the volunteers, doctors and nurses. They are fantastic. Support them.”