Hayling Island church raises thousands for armed forces charities with 17,000-poppy spectacular
St Peter's Church, Hayling Island, held a poppy tribute to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War One.
Northney Craft and Textiles Group and the University of the Third Age came together with the church to run the fundraiser, in aid of the Royal British Legion and SSAFA.
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Hide AdReverend Jenny Gaffin has handed over a cheque for £2,000 to the good causes.
Bosses at the Royal British Legion said they were ‘amazed’ at the amount that had been collected.
As previously reported, the display – which comprised 17,000 knitted poppies – was unveiled in October.