Residents are being urged to host a Blooming Great Tea Party in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care.

To mark the launch of the event Crystal Rose Carty, six, dressed up as Alice in Wonderland at Crystal Palace Football Club for pictures with the squad.

People are invited to hold their own tea party during June and July to raise money for the cancer charity.

The party can be held at home or at work or at a local club or school.

Marie Curie has put together a free pack containing lots of things to help you organise your party along with some fundraising ideas and themes to inspire and help you raise money.

To register and receive your free Blooming Great Tea Party fundraising pack, please call 08700 340 040 or visit mariecurie.org.uk/teaparty