The charity West Cumbria Carers has been nominated as Energus’s charity of the year.

Sue Whitehead, the charity’s chief officer, said: “It’s wonderful that a local business will help raise awareness and raise funds for us.

“We have carers ranging in age from five to people in their 90s, and donations will make a huge difference.

“Many of the unpaid carers we support care for family members, but it can also be a neighbour or friend. The individuals they support could not manage without their help.”

Energus will raise money thanks to internal events and will offer free venue hire to the charity.

The money raised will go towards supporting the 1,900 young and adult carers registered with West Cumbria Carers.

The charity is also part way through its plan to hold 25 events for its 25th anniversary.

As part of the celebrations, it has had a charity beer produced by family-run business Ennerdale Brewery.

The Jugglers Ale is available in several pubs on draught and bottles are available to buy too.