Minehead clarinet and saxophone teacher Bev Trimmings and some of her students in the Bumble Band raised £860 for Hope For Tomorrow, the charity dedicated to bringing cancer treatment closer to patients’ homes.

They performed at Minehead’s Tesco over the course of three days during the Christmas period.

The Bumble Band was specifically formed to rise money for Hope For Tomorrow’s vehicle, affectionately known as the Bumble Bus.

Among those taking part in the Christmas fundraiser were students Anne Holland, Alisha-Beth Fairbrother, and Matthew, Edita and Anthony Knight and saxophone group members Bob Corrick, Ethan Burr, Sam Fox and Bev herself.

Bev said: “On behalf of the charity, which relies completely on fundraising, I would like to say a massive thank you to Tesco Store for allowing us to entertain the customers for six hours over three days and especially for the generous support of our community.”

Two shows called Flight of the Bumble Band will be staged by the band and guests at the Regal Theatre on Saturday July 13. Tickets will be on sale at the Regal Box office from Easter.

A similar event last year raised £8,168 and the hope this year is to raise £10,000.