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This invaluable Hospice to be based in Cornwall will help families with sick children who currently have to cross the border into Devon to use the specialist facilities and care in their own county.

The aim of the Precious Lives appeal is to save Cornish families long journeys to existing hospices at Barnstaple or Bristol.

Fundraisers include people like Sheila Richards from Millbrook.ΜύShe was inspired to fundraise after her baby granddaughter had a health scare. She sent in her pound coin and also held a Curry Night at her home.Μύ

She raised Β£50 and is planning another similar event,Μύshe explains,Μύ"In Cornwall we need somewhere like Little Bridge house, exactly the same support.Μύ It's a long way to go to north Devon with a sick child.Μύ If it's within our county, that alleviates suffering."Μύ

Emma says, "an amazing response, the people of Cornwall are so generous.ΜύThis is such a fantastic facility that could be brought to the county and so needed by so many families.ΜύThe people of Cornwall are doing what they usually do and pulling the stops out."

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Cornwall is pledging its support to the Β£5m appeal for the children's hospice in the county.

Acting Managing Editor Daphne Skinnard explains, "when we launched the appeal we could never have imagined raising so much money in so little time.

"Thank you very much for your support.ΜύIt just shows the strength of spirit in Cornwall to make things happen.ΜύWe know the new children's hospice will make so much difference to local youngsters and their families, which is why we decided to support the appeal.Μύ

"Please let us know if you are arranging any events..or if you'd like to make a donation."

You can send your money to Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Cornwall, Phoenix Wharf, Truro TR1 1UA.Μύ

Cheques should be made payable to the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Cornwall Appeal (CCF) and if you are a UK tax payer you can gift aid your donation - please make sure we have your name and full address.