Martin House Children's Hospice is set to host its first-ever Christmas concert.

The event, which will raise funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their families, is scheduled to take place on Thursday, December 12 at The Engine Shed in Wetherby.

The concert will be hosted by TV presenter and Martin House ambassador Duncan Wood.

Attendees will be treated to performances by the Mainstreet Sounds Barbershop Chorus, singer-songwriter Sadie Yarwood, vocalist Michael Carroll, Crossley Street Primary School Choir, and the Martin House Choir.

Sharon van der Vet, events fundraiser at Martin House, said: "This is the perfect festive event for the whole family to enjoy together in the run-up to Christmas, with live music, games, competitions, and plenty of tasty treats.

"By attending, you’ll be helping families supported by Martin House create their own special Christmas memories."

The event will also feature festive-themed activities, including a secret stocking raffle, a guess-the-weight-of-the-Christmas-cake competition, and a pop-up shop.

Martin House offers specialist care to babies, children, and young people with life-shortening conditions, with services including symptom control, planned respite stays, emergency care, and end-of-life care.

The hospice supports families in their homes, in hospitals, and at its site in Boston Spa, covering West, North, and East Yorkshire.

Ms van der Vet added: "We’re hoping people will join us for an evening of festive fun and create their own special Christmas memories, all while supporting the vital work we do at Martin House to help families make the most of every moment together."

Martin House's Christmas concert is sponsored by JMG.

Tickets, which include a mince pie and a choice of mulled wine or a soft drink, cost £15 for adults and £5 for children, and are available from www.martinhouse.org.uk/christmasconcert