Renowned local artist, Lucy Loveheart, will be autographing her exclusively designed Christmas cards as part of Holt's late night shopping event in aid of terminally-ill children.

She penned two card designs for East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) to raise valuable funds for the charity over the festive season.

And, on Thursday, December 8, between 6pm and 8pm at the EACH shop in Station Road, Lucy will be in store signing her cards in return for a £1 donation.

The Christmas card designs depict an angel flying in harmony with butterflies and a snow-filled scene of joy in Lucy's distinctive style focusing on childhood memories and the world of make-believe.

Jill Gould, EACH Holt Shop Manager, said: 'We are thrilled that Lucy Loveheart will be joining us to sign cards as we open for late night shopping. Our EACH Christmas cards have been hugely popular with customers, particularly Lucy's designs, so it's great she's able to join us for the evening.

'If you are out for late night shopping please do pop in to see us. We have sell quality items - ideal if you're doing Christmas on a budget.'

EACH cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions across the region and is a lifeline to so many families at an unimaginably difficult time. Retail income is a very lucrative income stream for the charity.

For more information on the card signing event please contact Jill Gould, EACH Holt Shop Manager on 01263 713864 or to buy EACH Christmas cards online visit www.each.org.uk/online-store.