SIR - The recent Ploughman’s Lunch held in Sidmouth Methodist Hall in aid of Samaritans raised a net total of �440.

Our committee has been pleased to receive many favourable comments, and would like to thank everyone who contributed in any way, especially our chef, Patrick Walker, and his hard-working team in the kitchen.

Sadly, the need for support from the Samaritans appears to be steadily increasing during these difficult times; they are entirely dependent upon voluntary contributions and our local Exeter Branch is always very grateful for our fundraising activities.

Denis Jonas

Secretary

Sidmouth Friends of Samaritans