A Cromer shop manager proved the ‘bearer’ of good news after handing over a giant teddy to lucky four-year-old George Vanni. Little George won the paw-some toy after winning a ‘guess the name’ competition in the East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) shop, in Tucker Street. The contest was part of the store’s carnival week celebrations and his winning entry was the name Smudge. George, from Northampton, was on holiday in North Norfolk with seven-year-old brother Charlie and grandparents Steve and Trudi. Mark Buller, EACH relief and support manager for the north and east region, said: “It was my pleasure to present our giant bear to George. “He was delighted, as you can tell from the picture, and it was also lovely to meet his brother and grandparents. “Our staff and volunteers got in the spirit, joined in the fun and enjoyed the carnival celebrations. “As well as running our week-long teddy competition, we also had lots of special offers that proved a hit with customers.” George is pictured with Mark and Cromer shop volunteer Patricia Goodwin. The competition raised £125 and Cromer Carnival Week ran from Saturday, 13th August to Friday, 19th August. Image credit – EACH
