YOUNGSTERS at a Thurrock-based charity have been boosted by generous partygoers, the efforts of a car specialist company and musicians.

VW Down Under, Patricia Drive, Fobbing donated more than £3,000 to Thurrock and District Cerebral Palsy Society’s shop, in Lampits Hill, Corringham.

The shop works with a school called Kids First, where children with cerebral palsy learn together in a fun and supportive environment.

Paul Mullinger, the owner of VW Down Under, said: “I was looking for a local charity to support and when I walked into the shop and school I was blown away by all the hard work they do.

“We were helped by John and the Beagles from Basildon Recording Studios who helped us create a fantastic party.

“We had a bouncy castle and everyone had a great time.”