A ST Valentine's charity ball is being organised in Droitwich in memory of a woman who lost her battle with cancer.

Carolyn Gregory registered as a £1,000 challenger for Breakthrough Breast Cancer after her friend was diagnosed with the disease.

She said: "Along with some friends we organised a Valentine's ball and exceeded our £1,000 target by raising £5,000. Encouraged by this, we repeated the event two years later with a similar amount raised.

"Inspired by our friend's bravery and courage throughout we have organised another Valentine's ball in her honour."

The event will be held at the Raven Hotel on Friday, February 8, and will feature a grand charity auction and raffle.

To make a donation, or for more information on the event, contact Ms Gregory on 01527 877059.