FUNDRAISERS in classrooms, offices and shops pulled on their favourite superhero outfit to support vulnerable children.

Children in Need was celebrated with bake sales, eating challenges, concerts and competitions as the BBC charity raised millions of pounds to support groups dedicated to improving the lives of children.

Sixth formers at Malton School were auctioned off and bought by younger students who were able to dress them for the occasion.

At Cundall Manor School, near Thirsk, students organised and performed in their own concert for pupils and parents.

Pupil Henry Calvert came up with the idea and the performance of music and drama took place on Thursday night.

Children at Hempland Primary School, in Heworth, attended classes in their pyjamas throughout the day, and were greeted at the school gates by headteacher Stewart Outram in his dressing gown.

Hugh Bayley, MP for York Central, took part in events at Tang Hall Primary School, which included bingo, cake sales and guessing how many sweets were in a jar.

And teacher Fiona McCallion took part in her own challenge by running 15km in the playground.

Pupils and teachers were not the only ones taking part in the big day.

Skipton Building Society, in Parliament Street, York, greeted customers dressed as superheroes while Hickory's Roadhouse and Grill, in York, set manager Jon Rowlands the task of eating 16lb worth of food, including four feet of chilli dogs, nachos and blueberry pancakes.

And York Sport Village ditched their gym gear for fancy dress and personal trainers gave the public a chance to get their own back by taking part in challenges set by customers.

Craig Daley said: "We enjoy raising money every year for Children in Need, this year is no different and we aim to raise as much money as possible for a fantastic cause."