Raising money for a good cause proved a piece of cake at Stockton Riverside College.

Students and staff indulged in some sweet treats as part of Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning.

The event was organised by the College’s Business Development Team and the Staff Association. Apprenticeship Administrator, Nikki Thurston, said: “Cancer unfortunately affects most families in one way or another. We wanted to do our bit by taking part in this huge event, raising funds to support such a worthwhile cause and also raising awareness of Macmillan Cancer Support.”

The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning is Macmillan’s annual flagship event and this year it is celebrating its 25th year. The aim is to bring as many people as possible together over coffee and cake while raising money for those affected by cancer.

There are currently 2.5 million people in the UK who have had a cancer diagnosis and by 2020 almost one in two people will get cancer at some point in their lives.

At Stockton Riverside College everyone was keen to show they care and what better way to raise some cash than enjoying a slice of cake and a cuppa.

Marketing and Events Officer Jennifer Walls said: “The event was a huge success. We were overwhelmed by how much support we received from both the staff and students.”

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