Somerset-based counselling charity We Hear You (WHY) have received a donation of £725 from The Somerset Collective's recent online pop-up sale.

The Somerset Collective, led by Jess Hyde, is an organisation that showcases small businesses, designers and makers in Somerset and brings them together for a series of pop-up sales throughout the year, often hosted by At the Chapel in Bruton. Each sale raises money for charity, with almost £8,000 raised to date.

Due to coronavirus restrictions, this year's summer sale moved online, with 43 Somerset businesses taking part, all pledging to donate 10 per cent of profits on purchases on Friday and Saturday July 10 and 11.

Jess said: "We had no idea what to expect from our first online pop-up sale and we're delighted by the outcome.

"We Hear You are a fantastic local charity and it's great to be able to support their work.

"Due to a last-minute donation (after the photo was taken), the final total is actually £725. Many thanks to all the sellers and buyers for making it a success."

Lucy McMahon, communications officer at WHY, said: "It was great to be part of this brilliant event and find out more about some of the amazing businesses and talented, creative people in Somerset.

"The fantastic amount raised will pay for more than 16 counselling sessions for someone in need of the support we offer, at a time when it's very difficult for us to run our usual community fundraising activities.

"Thanks so much to everyone who was involved, we hop the businesses had a great couple of days and all the buyers are loving their purchases."

To refer yourself for We Hear You's free professional counselling service for anyone affected directly or indirectly by cancer or a life-threatening condition, you can email [email protected] or call 01373 455255.