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Procession of tractors lines North Somerset streets

George Atwell A line of tractors ready to start the processionGeorge Atwell
Mr Atwell said the tractors were "shining and gleaming" with many covered in Christmas decorations before they set off

More than 160 tractors have been driving in convoy through several towns to raise money for charity.

The fourth George's Charity Tractor Run in Somerset is raising money for St Peter's Hospice and the family of a local woman who was a patient there.

Farmers George Atwell and George Knowles started the tractor run in 2020.

Mr Atwell said the procession provides a "bit of spirit at Christmas" and "brings everyone together".

The fundraising spectacle also raised money for Strawberry Line Café in Yatton, which offers employment and training to people with learning disabilities.

"It's really well supported - every year everybody comes out," he added.

George Atwell Three men dressed as the Grinch, Father Christmas and an elf are standing near a tractor which says Charity Tractor Run Raising money for St Peter's HospiceGeorge Atwell
The tractor run has raised about £30,000 for charities since it started

Mr Atwell explained a local woman sadly died in October, spending her final days being supported by St Peter's Hospice.

This year's tractor run is hoping to also raise enough money to send her husband and children to Center Parcs.

"That's what it's all about. We all come as one family and we're all in it together," he told BBC Radio Bristol.

The tractors started in Yatton and travelled around local villages, ending up at Puxton Park in Hewish.

Mr Atwell said 100% of the money raised will go to their chosen charities.

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