Staff and customers at two Norfolk Ridgeons stores played their role in helping to raise money for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH).

The branches in Thetford and Rocklands raised almost £400 through a variety of fundraising activities.

The firm 26 stores East of England branches raised almost £3,700 during Children’s Hospice Week at the end of May.

The firm’s goal is to raise £30,000 over a two-year period which will help EACH provide care for 360 children and young people with a life-threatening condition, and support 440 family members.

Ian Northen, chief executive of the Ridgeon Group, said: “Once again I am delighted that many of our Ridgeons colleagues remain committed to fundraising for our charity partner, EACH. As a community-focused company, we look forward to raising yet more money during the summer campaign, EACHfest, throughout July.”