A MASSIVE fundraising event is taking place next week to raise money for the Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team.

Ullswater 'Steamer' compnay have donated the use of a boat, The Raven, and crew members to help raise funds for the team at Patterdale.

So as well as an evening filled with live music and food, on June 24, guests will also get a chance to sail across Ullswater Lake.

“This is a huge donation in kind to the local Mountain Rescue Team,” said Fundraising Committee Chairman, Chris Gaskarth, “and we really appreciate the company’s generosity.

“We’ve now set ourselves the target of raising £2,000 for the Team from this one night.

“As well as tickets for the cruise, including a buffet supper and live music, there’ll be a raffle and plenty of opportunities for our guests to meet the team and enjoy the last few hours of one of the longest days of the year.”

The Raven will leave Glenridding pier at 7.30pm prompt and tickets are now on sale, priced £15 including food and music, from Linda Burton of Lakeland Office on 01768 890604 or 01931 712958.