Groves Nurseries has had an incredible response to its Christmas tree appeal this year.

More than 20 businesses and groups have come forward to sponsor a tree that will be given to a school or charity this year.

Here are some of those that are supporting the campaign:

Bridport Round Table

Members hold events throughout the year, such as the beer festival and Boxing Day Swim, to raise money for local good causes and charities in the town.

The group is currently raising money for its Christmas Hamper Campaign to give families in Bridport a Christmas dinner this year. To donate, visit crowdfunder.co.uk

Find more information here.

A spokesman for Bridport Round Table said: "Bridport Round Table is always very appreciative of local businesses and their support to the many events we do each year. The Groves team has helped us with our Rocktoberfest this year and also with the annual supply of the Bridport town Christmas tree that we buy and help erect.

"We jumped as a group to help support them. We will keep in touch with Groves to see if we can help in any way to ensure the campaign reaches all the charities and schools they have hoped to provide a tree for."

Man and Van Bridport

Man and Van Bridport is an independent local business providing light haulage, courier services and small home removals in Dorset and around the UK since January 2014.

The team prides itself on reliability and great customer service, no matter how large or small the job, and can do long or short distance, from small home removals to collecting that online auction must have.

Find more information here.

Jay Cox, of Man and Van Bridport, said: "I decided to take part in Groves Nurseries' sponsor a tree scheme because it fits with my ethos of supporting local events, charities and good causes wherever I can.

"The community has given us lots of support since starting out nearly 8 years ago and it's great to give something back."

Bredy Veterinary Centre

Bredy Veterinary Centre is a locally owned practice managed by local people, offering an emergency service 24/7, taking care of your animals, large and small alike.

It is an RCVS accredited practice, for both pets and farm animals, which means the practice has voluntarily undergone regular inspections by the Royal College of veterinary Surgeons. These ensure it provides and maintains high standards of veterinary care in all aspects.

Find more information here.

A spokesman for Bredy Veterinary Centre said: "We are proud to support the Groves Christmas tree scheme as it is supporting local schools and charities."

Rural Ranges

Rural Ranges is a small, family run business based on the North Mills Trading Estate, recently moving from Pineapple Business Park in Salway Ash. It is currently building its new showroom and cookshop, due to open in spring 2022.

The company supplies and installs high quality reconditioned Aga cookers nationwide and internationally, specialising in the conversion of Agas to a controllable electric system for lower running costs, increased flexibility and lower environmental footprint.

Rural Ranges is also known for the bespoke end of its range, including creating the world's first fully copper plated Aga earlier this year.

Find more information here.

Alison of Rural Ranges said: "As a local business living and working in the area and employing local people, it is exceedingly important to us to both reach out and to support the community.

"Bridport is a wonderful, vibrant and caring community and we want to be a part of the heart of that."

OCD Cleaning Services Beaminster

OCD Cleaning Services Beaminster specialises in high quality cleaning in office, commercial and domestic properties.

The company has worked throughout the pandemic, ensuring its customers can provide a sterile and Covid safe environment.

Find more information here.

Phil, of OCD Cleaning Services Beaminster, said: "I saw the advert and thought, 'what a great thing to do for those who may not have a tree at Christmas'.

"It's normally big companies that have the opportunity to sponsor things and I thought this would be a lovely for us little guys to do our bit for the community if at all possible.

"A very worthy cause and I hope it brings some Joy and happiness to the benefactor."

Other businesses to support the cause include DarkBear bar, The Foot Fairy, The Cherry Tree, Forest and Tree Care Ltd, West Dorset Leisure Holidays, Simon Speak Estate Agent, Ed Bailey General Builder, Wrixton Smyth Creations, South Street Antiques, H C Lewis, Rainbow Parties Dorset, Hartley Accountants, Chesil Security Ltd, Beau Hairdressing Bridport, Imaginary Friends, Little Groves Nursery and Ivy House Kitchen.

Other businesses that have supported the campaign will be highlighted in subsequent articles.

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