Littlehampton slimmers hoping to pile on the pounds

The band of weight loss specialists from Slimming World will be converting the pounds they lose from hard work and physical exercise into much-needed cash for St Barnabas House hospice, in Worthing.

The group will be taking part in the slimming organisation’s national community weight loss challenge to help promote a more healthy lifestyle.

As part of the annual challenge, members are encouraged to invite friends and family, who could benefit from Slimming World’s guidance, in a bid to raise £1,500 for the hospice this year.

Sarah Hills, of Slimming World, said: “Last year, our members managed to raise a fantastic £1,500, which not only helped a very worthy cause, but improved our slimmers’ health and well-being at the same time.

“I’m sure this year will be just as successful and I know our members will do everything they can to help us achieve our aim of buying a new chair for the patients at St Barnabas.”

All the money raised will go towards purchasing the new, specially-designed reclining chair.

Sloane Vaughan, community fund-raising manager at the hospice, said she was “thrilled” to have the support of the group this year, and wished all those taking part the best of luck.

To join the campaign, visit www.slimmingworld.com or call 0844 897 8000 to find the nearest Slimming World group.