A CHURCH hall in York could receive a £5,000 makeover after a local scout group was nominated for a cash boost.

A recent search to find the community in the UK that deserves an investment for a regeneration project has seen 2nd Acomb Scout Group put forward by locals.

Launched by food giants Wall’s Pastry, The Helping Hand campaign will see an area in one community, out of all those nominated, transformed as part of a £5,000 regeneration venture.

The 2nd Acomb Scout Group meets at the Acomb Parish Church Hall, in Front Street, Acomb, which would be renovated if the group won. The Helping Hand campaign will also see the winner rewarded with a £500 cash prize. The winner will be announced on July 17.