BOB the Builder has been pulling his weight at a Worcester fitness centre to raise hundreds of pounds for the NHS.

The rubbery repairman spent six hours at the One on One open day, entertaining kids while instructors talked parents through the benefits of good health.

Andy Lavender, one of the instructors, said the 30 or so youngsters who watched each of Bob's shows were thrilled to meet their tool-tastic hero.

"He was going around meeting and greeting the kids," he said.

"It was a good chance for us to speak to parents about the importance of fitness and what we offer."

With each person stepping through the doors on Monday paying £2, the club managed to raise £240 for the Worcestershire Acute Hospital NHS Trust.

"It was a very successful day and I think we got the message across to people," he said.

"All in all, it was good for the children, the parents and charity."