DEAR EDITOR - MAY I thank everyone who made donations and brought their children to my home to see Father Christmas during the past few weeks.

This year we raised the fantastic sum of £425.95. All money raised will be given to the "Hospital at Home" nurses team to buy an INR machine, a piece of equipment much needed by them. Any surplus money will be given to help equip a special playroom for two-year-old David Jones of Catshill, Bromsgrove.

Donations can still be made by calling at 9 Grafton Crescent, Charford, where money can be placed in a sealed box. Cheques are acceptable, please phone (01527) 831260 for payment details.

Once again, many thanks to everyone for their support, and thanks also to the Advertiser/Messenger for the publicity.

Last year's money was given to Shannon Butler of Redditch. Unfortunately, we have no knowledge of Shannon's progress.

Bridget Kings and Santa,

Grafton Crescent,

Charford,

Bromsgrove.