A CHRISTMAS fundraising campaign has provided a big boost to a Darlington hospice's funds.

The Giving to Life Tree was set up by St Teresa's Hospice in the Cornmill Centre in the town, and allowed people to place their own messages on the tree, which were dedicated to loved ones.

Organisers said that the appeal raised a total of £6,655 to boost the work of the hospice.

The tree was in the shopping centre throughout December.