The Cornwater Club at Ravenshead has received £3,000 to fund outings for elderly people.

The donation was made by the Santander Foundation, which offers grants to UK registered charities for projects that help disadvantaged people in local communities.

The Cornwater Club aims to prevent social isolation by providing older people with friendship and stimulating activities in a safe, welcoming environment.

Melissa Blythe, from the Cornwater Club charity, said: “We are very pleased to receive this donation. Outings are important to our members because they provide an opportunity to enjoy the company of others, preventing them becoming isolated in their own homes.”

Joanne Miller, branch director at Santander in Mansfield, said: “The foundation makes hundreds of donations every year to good causes throughout the UK. Our branch is committed to playing a key part in the community.”