A CHARITY shop in Walkden is aiming to raise money while helping couples planning to get married.

St Ann's Hospice is offering quality new and end of line bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, shoes, hats and other accessories for a fraction of normal prices during its Bridal Fair.

The fair runs from Friday February 28 to Saturday March 15, at the St Ann's Hospice Charity Shop in the Ellesmere shopping centre, Bolton Road.

Pam Senior, Shops Development Manager, says previous Bridal Fairs have been hugely successful and this year boasts even more stylish stock.

"We have acquired an amazing stock of beautiful bridal wear, much of it new and end of line. It's all been donated and is top quality. "Brides-to-be can buy a gorgeous dress and have money left over for other luxuries on the special day," Pam said.

For style, opulence and glamour, pop in to the St Ann's Hospice Charity Shop's Bridal Fair, or ring the Shop Manager, Anne Priestley, on 0161 703 7275 for further details.

St Ann's Hospice is the UK's largest adult hospice with 66 beds, providing care and support for people with life-threatening illnesses, their families and carers in Greater Manchester.

An independent charity, it costs the Hospice £7.8 million annually to offer its wide range of services free of charge, of which £5.6 million must be raised through voluntary contributions.