More than a £1,000 was raised at a Christmas fundraiser held by young people who have learning disabilities.

The fete was held at Abbots Langley Baptist Church on December 3 and an estimated 150 people attended.

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All the cakes, games and arts and crafts on sale were made by the young people who attend Little Grove, a Bushey-based service that helps people with disabilities.

Watford Observer: The young people sold their own made arts and craft products.The young people sold their own made arts and craft products. (Image: Little Grove)

Approximately £1,200 was raised by the fete.

Watford Observer: Little Grove members also baked the cakes.Little Grove members also baked the cakes. (Image: Little Grove)

Jodie Owen, who works at Little Grove, said: “We have staff and volunteers who support the young people.

Watford Observer: Roughly £1,200 was raised by the event.Roughly £1,200 was raised by the event. (Image: Little Grove)

"But this is something planned and delivered by Little Grove members, and the money raised will be spent by them too.”

Watford Observer: Nearly 150 people attended the event. Nearly 150 people attended the event. (Image: Little Grove)

The Christmas event was the third fundraising initiative held by the group.

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