A Maldon-based charity that supports young carers across the district is holding a coffee morning and a glamorous ball in a bid to raise much-needed post-pandemic funds.

Action for Family Carers, based in Brickhouse Farm, Poulton Close, will hold the coffee morning at the scout hut on site on Wednesday, 30 June. The event will run from 10am to 1pm. Tickets can be booked via Eventbrite or by emailing: [email protected]

The Charity Ball will be held on 13 November at Three Rivers Golf and Country Club in Stow Road, Cold Norton, starting at 7pm.

The ticket price of £55 per person includes welcome drink, three-course meal, live music from 'The Established' and DJ. Tickets are available by emailing: [email protected] or by calling 07702 858649.

Action for Family Carers provides one-to-one support, group support and respite for youngsters with caring responsibilities, some of whom provide around 40 hours of care a week as well as attending school.