TWO jewellers have put extra sparkle into the raffle at a unique concert which is raising money for a charity close to their hearts.

Sisters Emma and Helen Shevels who run Silverdale in Bedale have offered a diamond necklace for the raffle at the Barn that Rocks concert organised by the Fall family at Grazing Nook Farm, Patrick Brompton.

The event, which has raised more than £23,000 for different charities over the years, has chosen the Marie Curie service for this years event held on Saturday June 4.

Emma said they wanted to donate the necklace to Marie Curie because of nurse Lorna Clarkson, who is retiring this year, who had looked after their mum who died in 2011.

“We wanted to give the gold and diamond necklace for the raffle because this is a cause which is extremely close to our hearts. Lorna has looked after so many people in their final days.”

Mrs Clarkson added: “It was so unexpected to be handed a diamond necklace to help raise funds. Marie Curie provides overnight care for anyone with a terminal illness whose wish is to die at home surrounded by everyone and everything that is special to them. It is so fitting because the charity was founded with the donation of a single ring.

“How fitting to end my nursing career this way. I can’t thank the sisters enough and for the Fall family to name our charity is wonderful, it’s a great evening of live music where friends and family can celebrate together.”

Wristbands are being used instead of tickets for the event, £12.50 for adults and £5.00 for children and are available from Grazing Nook Farm, Rhubarb and Roses and the Food Weighhouse in Bedale, Andy’s in Leyburn, Crakehall Filling Station and Inktoprint in Northallerton.