Wells SOUP will spring back into action on Saturday 14 March to add four more good causes to the more than 100 already helped.

The venue will be Wells Cathedral, the new larger base for this popular grant-giving lunch.

The four good causes who will be telling their story are:

· The Wells Moat Boat Race which the organisers want to save from cancellation

· The campaign to save the Britannia Inn as a community pub in East Wells

· Fresh and Good, a group of volunteer chefs who run cafes to support other community organisations fundraise

· Eating disorders charity SWEDA which counsels 1,200 people a year

All four will go away with a share of the money and a raised profile for their good cause at this quarterly event organised by Wells Independents.

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An example of how it raises their profile is the anonymous donation of £150 to Keward House, the supported housing service in Wells for people aged 18 years and above living with mental illness, from someone who heard the charity present at December's SOUP.

"Bowley's Garage are proud to have been supporting SOUP events as a sponsor since its inception," says co-owner Jane Tunnicliffe.

"It has been fantastic to see it grow in popularity over the years. SOUP is a great way for local good causes to raise funds and a really valuable advertising opportunity for local businesses."

The sponsors provide half the money which goes to the four good causes and the rest comes from the £5 entrance fee which includes a choice of freshly made soups and fresh bread. Drinks are also available. The cathedral waives its entrance charge.

· The start time is 1pm in the Transepts of Wells Cathedral but the organisers advise arriving by 12.45pm to get a good seat.