THE Walter C Parson Group has donated £200 to Tavistock Hospital instead of sending out Christmas cards.

Manager of the funeral directors’ firm Peter Davey said: ‘Instead of sending Christmas cards we always get great satisfaction knowing we are helping local organisations and the people we normally would send Christmas cards to fully understand why we do this.

‘We still send an e-card to everyone to let them know this year’s nominated causes chosen by our area managers. We are delighted to be able to assist such good causes at this time of year.’