A charity gala in Salisbury has raised more than £3,000 for bereaved military children.

The event, attended by UK Power Networks Services staff and organised by MUJV, was held at the White Hart Hotel.

Funds were raised through ticket sales and a raffle.

The money will be donated to Scotty’s Little Soldiers, a charity that supports children who have lost a parent in the military.

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Funds were raised through ticket sales and a raffle (Image: MUJV) The donation will make a positive impact in the run-up to Remembrance Day on November 11.

MUJV, a joint venture between UK Power Networks Services and Veolia, provides utility infrastructure services to a third of the British Army based across Salisbury Plain and Aldershot.

It sourced raffle prizes and drinks reception sponsorship from local businesses and contacted DJs and a magician for entertainment.

The gala was attended by 85 people.

Rebecca Andrews, business support manager at MUJV, said: "The evening was a huge success, everyone had a fantastic time, and we raised lots of money for the charity.

"The feedback has been so positive from those who came along, with requests for us to do it again next year."

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Scotty’s Little Soldiers provides long-term support for bereaved military children, ensuring they do not lose their connection to the military and providing emotional support and development opportunities.

It costs approximately £1,000 to support one child through the charity.

Nikki Scott, founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, said: "A huge thank you to MUJV for organising such a successful charity ball in aid of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, raising over £3,000.

"We are so grateful that MUJV are supporting Scotty’s this year as their charity of the year – their passion in supporting us is inspirational.

"Scotty’s mission is to provide relief from the effects of bereavement to children and young people who have experienced the death of a parent who served with the Armed Forces of the Crown, and so far this year we have supported over 700 children and young people.

"We could not do this without the help from our fabulous supporters like MUJV."