Christmas came early this year for a charity that helps children and adults with complex disabilities when one of its major supporters donated £45,000.

Hollybank Trust received the gift from The Volvox Group, which is a long-time supporter of the charity. The money will go towards buying equipment.

Julie Shaw, head of fundraising at Hollybank Trust near Liversedge, said: “This is a remarkable donation for us. We are overwhelmed with the generosity of Volvox which has worked tirelessly over the years to support us and our work.

“This donation will enable us to continue to provide quality of life for life for our children, young people and adults.”