A MUSIC festival has raised more than £2,000 for a Derbyshire charity.

Beefstock, which was held on a working farm, saw performances from bands such as W05, Steve Bounds and Omen Searcher, backed up by DJ John Groom and MC Phil Matthews of Ram FM.

Donations from the day have been given to the Ripple Appeal by Treetops Hospice in Risley

Jessica Pollit and Alastair Boden, organisers of the event, said: "We would like to thank all our guests for coming along and contributing to what was a truly wonderful event – an event for the people, by the people.

"It means a lot to be able to support our local hospice in raising funds for their new day care centre."

Treetops' Ripple Appeal is raising funds for a new centre at its Risley base. The charity provides specialist palliative care to people with life-limiting illnesses such as cancer, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease.

Kate Shaw and Lily Grant, from the appeal, said: "It was a fantastic day.

"We are so grateful to Jessica and Alastair and all those who attended and helped with the event for their generosity."

For more information on the Treetops Hospice Ripple Appeal, call Kate Shaw or Lily Grant on 0115 939 4551 or e-mail kshaw@ treetopshospice.org.uk

Donations can also be made at www.justgiv ing.com/treetopshospice.