Investment management company Investec co-hosted a ladies’ shopping evening with law firm Farleys at their offices in Spinningfields, Manchester, in aid of Reuben’s Retreat.

The children’s charity is based in Mottram, near Hyde, and helps families and children throughout the North West. Guests enjoyed champagne and canapés provided by Thyme Out Deli, Didsbury, while browsing stalls such as Cocoa Cabana chocolates and Karen Makin leather bags.

The event raised around £2,200 for the charity which has recently bought a property in the Peak District to refurbish into a retreat for sick children and their families.