STAFF in Minehead’s Tesco store have helped to raise more than £9,000 for babies, children, and young people living with life-limiting conditions.

They joined other regional Tesco colleagues to take part in a 15-mile sponsored walk for children’s hospices from Bath Spa railway station to Millenium Square, in Bristol.

A Tesco spokesperson said: “With our stores spread across the South West region, this charity was a natural choice, allowing every store to get involved and support their local hospice.

“The lead-up to the event was filled with energy and enthusiasm, with in-store fund-raising activities that brought our teams and customers together.

“We were overwhelmed by the generosity of our customers, whose donations have helped us exceed our fund-raising target.

“It is a fantastic achievement that made every sore leg and blister worthwhile.

“The walk itself was a memorable day, filled with community spirit and support.

“Members of the public we passed along the route kindly contributed, adding to the uplifting atmosphere.”

A total of 23 store managers joined members of Tesco’s senior regional retail team for the walk, setting off at 10 am and reaching their Bristol destination by 6 pm, raising £9,421.

Children’s Hospice South West corporate fund-raiser Amanda Gallagher said: “A huge thank-you to all the Tesco store managers who took on this challenge and raised not only an amazing amount, but so much awareness for Children’s Hospice South West by fund-raising with their teams.

“The amount which was raised could pay for one of our nurses for almost two months, providing essential care to families going through the most unimaginable of times.

“So, the biggest thank-you to the team for helping us to make the most of short and precious lives across the South West.”

For more information on how to fund-raise for Cancer Research UK visit its website.