Bear essentials

Teddy bears proved money spinners for Walberton children.

They held a picnic for the toys, or a similar cuddly companion, after a day of fun activities.

Each child paid 1 for each bear and the total raised reached 200 for the charity Action Medical Research, which does extensive work benefiting babies and children.

The event celebrated Paddington Bear's birthday and was the idea of the school council at Walberton and Binsted CE School where it was held.