MORE than £4,000 has been raised for two very worthy causes through an annual community event.

Thousands of residents from Westbrook and Callands joined forces with Gulliver’s World theme park for an evening of fun to raise funds for charity.

Around 2,800 people from the WA5 postcode enjoyed an evening of Gulliver’s World magic when they gathered for the annual Westbrook Big Party

This year the exclusive theme park take-over raised money for Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and St Philip’s Church Community Work.

Gulliver’s World offered reduced price tickets, with donations from sales going towards the charities, totalling more than £4,000.

Mayor of Warrington Cllr Steve Wright opened the event, which included a performance by the choir of St Philip Westbrook Church of England Primary School.

Alan Guthrie, chair of Westbrook and Callands Community Association, said the event was a huge success.

He commented: “It was a fantastic night’s entertainment, and wonderful to see so many people from our communities enjoying the fun and adventure that Gulliver’s World provides so well.

“The incredible generosity of the team at Gulliver’s, and all those who came along on the night, created a magical event which has raised much-needed funds for these two important charities.”

Craig Clews, resort director at Gulliver’s World, added: “It was so pleasing for our team to see so many residents join together for what was an amazing night.

“We first hosted this event in 2016, and we are delighted to be part of its ongoing success.

“Supporting charities has always been a vital aspect of what Gulliver’s theme parks are all about, and I would like to thank everyone who played their part in making Westbrook Big Party such a fun time for all.”