A charity fete at a hospital promises to be the largest in years.

The Beccles War Memorial Hospital's celebration will kick off with a parade by the Royal British Legion and Cadet forces at 12.30pm on June 29.

The Mayor of Beccles and the Beccles Carnival Queen will officially begin the fete at 1pm which will run until 4pm.

Leman School Jazz Band and The Rogues Shanty Chorus will provide the afternoon's entertainment, which also includes the June Glennie Dancers.

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More than 20 stalls will offer things such as games, tombola's, and Bric-a-Brac, as well as soft toys and rotary raffles boasting a top prize of £100.

They will be open alongside skittles, target bowls, and horse-racing games.

Refreshments, ranging from teas and soft drinks to cakes and ice creams, will be be available throughout the event.

Profits generated from the fete will be shared among Friends of Beccles Hospital and various medically related charities in the Beccles area.