A CAKE sale at Kirkham bridge on Monday is set to raise funds and awareness of a Ryedale music therapy charity.

The bank holiday event, which will take place from 2pm to 4.30pm, is in aid of the Malton-based North Yorkshire Music Therapy Centre (NYMTC).

The NYMTC has, for the last 25 years, helped children and adults with a wide range of disorders, injuries and disabilities by improving confidence, communication skills and a sense of well-being - all through the use of music.

Fiona Le Masurier, of Crambe church, said: “I am so keen to raise the profile of this relatively unknown and unsung charity that works so hard to better the lives of the less fortunate, and to try and raise some funds to support their work.”

St Mary’s Church in Sand Hutton has adopted this charity as their local charity for 2017.

Caroline Hall, chairman of the NYMTC trustees, said: “In the hands of a professional music therapist, the effects of music are remarkable.

“Music therapy is an increasingly recognized healthcare provision that works wonders - for example, with people recovering from stroke and brain injury; with older people experiencing loneliness, isolation or dementia; people struggling with mental health difficulties; with children experiencing developmental delay, autism, attachment problems, or life-limiting illnesses.

“We need music all around.”

As well as tea, coffee and cake, a representative of the charity will be on hand to answer questions about the work it does.

If you cannot come on the day, but would like to make a donation or to donate cakes for this event, phone Fiona Le Masurier on 01653 619368 or email churchmouse@crambe.net