Leek's leading arts venue has raised more than £7000 for humanitarian causes in Ukraine.

On Sunday March 20, the Foxlowe Arts Centre, of Stockwell Street, held a fundraising concert of local folk, blues and Americana acts.

£7,337 will go to the DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal, which supports the under-attack Eastern European nation, and their borders.

Kind-hearted volunteers Dave Swarbook, Andy Norton and John Crimes organised the 12-hour gig.

"We are so delighted we are with the amount raised and a massive thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the day," said John.

"This is a demonstration of what makes Leek such a great place to live with all the community coming together to help when called to action.

"I played with the Howlin' Walfords, with Leek resident Helen Walford."

Helen's partner Chris Insley - who also lives in Leek - also brought his band Field Manual to play.

"Big thank you to The Foxlowe arts centre Leek for having us play their day to raise some good money for Ukraine aid," Chris said.

"It was amazing to see so many people. We were just one of the acts who played but the whole day was superb."

You can listen to Field Manual at the top of this article.

Leek businessman Matt Wall was the compère for the charity concert.

A special IPA was brewed for the event by Whim Ales, and Totally Local Leek contributed raffle prizes.

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