ST Richard's Hospice has thank-ed more than 400 volunteers for their dedication, by holding a tea party.

Workers from Worcester, Mal-vern, Broadway, Evesham, Droit-wich and Pershore were treated to music by the Dutch Lewis Quartet jazz band at the hospice in Rose Hill, while cream teas were served.

Commemorative mugs were given to those who had worked for the charity for more than five years.

There was also an opportunity for people to view the Spirit of Worcestershire rowing boat, which is entered in this year's Ward Evans Atlantic Challenge.

"We're so grateful to everyone who gives their time freely as home care sitters, bereavement support, drivers, hairdressing, chiropody, chaplaincy, aromatherapy, gardening, bathing, fund-raising, administrative support and in our seven shops," said Hilary Jones, the hospice's community fund-raiser.