Dozens of people have learnt lifesaving skills at a south Norfolk village.

The you could save a life event was held at Starston Jubilee Hall, near Harleston, which was organised by Waveney Community First Responders (CFR).

About 20 people attended and they were taught life-saving skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and how to use a defibrillator.

Shaun Button, co-ordinator, said the event went 'really well' and the CFR group was set for a fundraising boost for later in the year.

'We were very encouraged with how many children came and asked lots of questions and wanted to have a go at CPR on the manikins.

'The event had a major high for us when the owner of the Wortwell Bell pub kindly announced that we are the chosen charity of 2016,' he said.

The pub, near Harleston, holds a monthly charity quiz and already has two beer, barbecue and music festivals planned for this year, which the CFR group will benefit from.

Community first responders volunteer to save lives where they live or work and often can reach a patient before the arrival of an ambulance crew or rapid response vehicle. The Waveney group covers Harleston, Fressingfield, Metfield and surrounding villages.

For more information about becoming a CFR, visit http://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/Get-involved/CFRs/community-first-responders.htm