A Blackburn-based charity has donated £10,000 to the Guys Cancer Charity in London. 

Beat Breast Cancer aims to assist charities and hospitals in providing dedicated care towards those affected by cancer.

The charity has made several donations in the past including, £2,100 to the Linda McCartney Centre in Liverpool, £2,300 to Blackburn and Burnley hospitals, and £3,000 to the University Hospital Southampton.

Most recently they donated £3,000 towards helping the Stars Appeal Breast Unit which is the first dedicated unit for breast patients at Salisbury District Hospital.

Guy’s Cancer is one of the country’s leading centres for cancer treatment and research.

Part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, the team provide pioneering care for thousands of patients and lead research and trials. 

A spokesperson for Beat Breast Cancer said: “Our aim is to preserve and protect the health of women affected by Breast Cancer by donating funds towards charities and hospitals dedicated to providing care to women who are affected.

“Also by providing funds for ongoing vital research to improve patient survival rates.

“Every penny counts and you will be helping us make a real difference in Beating Breast Cancer.”