A HASLINGDEN-based company raised £23,000 for Derian House Children's Hospice in Chorley.

Holchem, in Grane Road, held a charity ball at the Dunkenhalgh Hotel in Clayton-le-Moors, when friends, customers and suppliers attended.

Managing director Steve Bell, said: "Derian provides a comfortable and happy environment for terminally ill children from throughout the North West and they receive very little state support.

"They need to raise more than £1million this year and we are happy to make our contribution."

The money raised takes the total from four events to £57,225.

Funds were raised through the sale of tickets, competitions and an auction on the night, with lots including a Manchester United autographed shirt and the largest money-spinner, an autographed England shirt from the 5-1 win against Germany.

The hygiene systems supplier will be 20 years old next year and there are plans for a landmark charity event.