RESIDENTS are being invited to an event raising vital cash for charity.

Classic Kitchens is holding a launch event featuring cookery demonstrations throughout the day, children's entertainment, raffle, and refreshments.

All proceeds from the day will go toward Acorns Children's hospice, a charity offering care for life limited and life threatened children and young people, and their families.

The event, at Unit 2 Colemeadow Road, North Moons Moat, is on March 7 from 10.30am to 4.30pm.