Ipswich is to host a local shopping day to raise money for charity.

Inspire Suffolk are hoping that members of the local community will come out in force to support the Family Shopping Day this Saturday.

The day runs from 12 - 4pm at Inspire Suffolk’s building on Lindbergh Road.

Local businesses will be supporting the event by selling a variety of products including jams, chutneys and gifts. Beauty treatments will be on offer as well as sports activities and balloon modelling for children.

Fundraising & Events Officer at Inspire Suffolk, Crystal Barber, said “Our Shopping Day was born out of what we stand for as a charity - supporting local. We wanted to put on an event for the community to enjoy in our Ipswich venue, showcasing local produce and businesses, as well as raising much needed funds for our charity.”

The organisation supports young people as they take their next steps in life.