A FUND-raising folk dance raised over £600 for WaterAid.

More than 120 people turned out for a ceilidh at Worcester’s Guildhall on Saturday, October 18, part of The Big National Ceilidh event, and helped raise £650 for the global charity that poor people access to safe water.

Ian Craigan, who organised the traditional celtic party and called out dance steps on the night, said “Just £15 can give someone a lasting supply of safe water, sanitation and hygiene education, so the £650 raised from our event will help over 40 people gain access to water and toilets – things we all take for granted.

“Thanks so much to all the musicians and people who turned up and supported us on the night.”

For more about the national event visit bignationalceilidh.co.uk