CHILDREN IN NEED: Gypsey Bridge, St Thomas Primary, Wyberton and Spilsby pictures

Despite the ongoing lockdown, children were keen to get involved and raise cash for those less fortunate than themselves during the annual event.

At Gypsey Bridge, the children came dressed in yellow and wearing Pudsey ears to show their support for the marathon fundraiser.

Andy Clarke, executive headteacher, said: "We all had a fantastic time raising money for such a worthwhile cause."

At St Thomas CofE Primary, year 4 teacher Alison Smith said pupils had dressed up for the occasion and had had " a lovely day reflecting on how fortunate we are and how we can support others through Children in Need."

Pupils at Wyberton Primary Academy made pumpkin muffins, which were made from pumpkins planted by keyworkers children during the first lockdown.