Buckets at the ready as Ilkley Round Table supports Children in Need

Ilkley & District Round Table members will be swapping their usual Friday routines for collecting buckets this week, raising money for BBC Children in Need on Friday 13 November.

Following last year's successful appeal, which raised more than £2,500, members are hoping for another fantastic result with the support of the local community.

Volunteers will start early, collecting at railway stations between Ilkley and Leeds during the morning rush hour before returning to Ilkley to collect around the town, giving residents, shoppers and businesses the chance to donate. Rumour has it they may also be joined by Pudsey!

BBC Children in Need supports thousands of charities and projects across the UK, helping children and young people facing challenges including poverty, isolation and disability.

A spokesperson for Ilkley & District Round Table said: "We're really looking forward to getting out and about again this Friday. Last year's collection was a fantastic success, and raising more than £2,500 was a brilliant achievement for the team. It was particularly encouraging to see just how generous people were, whether they were rushing to catch a train or stopping to chat with us around Ilkley.

We'll be setting off early to catch the morning commuters at stations between Ilkley and Leeds before spending the rest of the day collecting around our hometown. We know everyone is feeling the pinch at the moment, but even the smallest donation can make a real difference when lots of people come together.

Children in Need does some fantastic work supporting young people across the country, and we're proud to be able to play a small part in helping them continue that work. If you spot us on Friday, please do stop for a chat and, if you can, drop something into the bucket!"

Ilkley & District Round Table has a long-standing commitment to supporting charitable causes and community projects, organising events such as the annual Santa Float and other fundraising activities throughout the year.

This Friday's collection is another opportunity for residents and commuters alike to get behind the team and help make a difference.