Bodmin Town Band has been given a £1,000 boost.

The money has been donated through the Persimmon Homes’ Community Champions scheme. 

The band, founded in 1927, is a group of volunteer amateur musicians who have worked hard to achieve championship status.  

The donation will help cover the costs of touring, complementing the fundraising efforts of the band, which has around 25 members, the youngest of whom is only 12 years old.

Charlotte Goatman, of the band, said: “We’re grateful to Persimmon for their support and are delighted that we were successful in our application for funding. We were thrilled to have recently returned to the championship section and this donation will help fund our touring costs as the band showcases its skills across the region. 

“Bodmin Town Band is made up of dedicated and talented musicians that love to bring joy through our music, and any support that we get to make that easier for us is always much appreciated.”  

Jane Cartwright, of Persimmon, said: “We’re very happy to be supporting a nearly-century-old Bodmin institution like the town band as part of our community champions scheme.”