A COLLECTION of food in Pershore for cats and dogs has been declared the most successful ever.

Since the beginning of December, generous shoppers at the Co-op have given cat food worth nearly £200 to the annual Cats' Protection League collection.

The donations, which include a Christmas stocking full of treats for kittens, will now be shared between cats living in foster homes throughout the area. Generous shoppers also donated dog food for Canine Friends.

Local CPL organiser Betty Hughes said: "We have had a wonderful collection and have beaten all our records this year. We would like to thank everyone who contributed and also the management and staff of the supermarket who have all been very helpful."

For more information about Cat Protection call Lynn Glaze on 01386 751925.