The children of Much Marcle Primary School were delighted to welcome a very special visitor, last week.

Pudsey Bear took time out from his busy schedule to meet all the children and to officially start their sponsored skipathon for Children in Need.

A spokesman said: “The skipathon was inspired by a day with Dan the skipping man who taught all the children how to improve their technique. A big thank you to the Rotary club for arranging the visit and to the children and families of Much Marcle who have raised £400 so far.”