A GROUP which provides activities for children and young adults with learning difficulties and special needs has raised an elf-y sum for charity.

Friends and family of the Looking Forward Activities group, based in Northwich Youth Club in Winnington Hill, raised more than £100 for the Alzheimer's Trust with an 'Elf Day' fundraiser.

The community cafe sold drinks and homemade cakes decorated by group members, while there was also a tombola and several fundraising games.

As well as providing activities at the youth club, Looking Forward Activities also gets out in the community to offer sessions ranging from gym and swimming, to pub dinners, bowling evenings and special days out.

Its sister company, Caring Companions, specialises in helping the over 50s.