Staff at a local opticians have raised thousands of pounds for Birmingham Children's Hospital (BCH), after being inspired by the remarkable recovery of a young patient.

Eight members of the Specsavers Stafford team took on the town's annual 10K race raising an impressive £3,732 after seeing first-hand the amazing work carried out by BCH.

Following an eye test at the store last year, three-year-old Harper Gibson was diagnosed with a brain tumour due to the quick-thinking and swift referral of the Specsavers Stafford team.

Harper later received specialist treatment at BCH meaning it is a cause close to the hearts of staff at the store.

She has now rung the bell to mark the end of her treatment, a milestone that Specsavers Stafford was delighted to celebrate with her and her family.