As a long-time supporter of Marie Curie Cancer Care and a passionate cake baker, may I ask Press readers in York to join the charity’s Blooming Great Tea Party celebrations this summer?

We’re inviting people to hold their own tea parties any time between June 12 and July 12 to help raise money for the charity.

Whether it’s a garden party, afternoon tea or a simple gathering of friends for a cuppa, holding a Blooming Great Tea Party couldn’t be simpler.

Every tea party, however big or small, will help more Marie Curie Nurses to provide free care for terminally-ill people in their own homes or at one of the charity’s hospices.

I do hope some readers are able to help us – to sign up for a free Blooming Great Tea Party fundraising pack bursting with fabulous ideas to help create the perfect party call 08700 340 040 or visit mariecurie.org.uk/teaparty

Jane Asher, Blooming Great Tea Party.