The incredible annual fundraiser that is the Children In Need appeal is set for its showpiece event tonight (Friday November 19). Check out some of these Dispatch district fundraisers of the past for the BBC appeal.
5. Pirate fun
Staff at The Nottingham Building Society in Bulwell dressed up as pirates to raise money for Children In Need in 2006 Photo: Angela Ward
6. Cuddly toys at hand
The Masons Arms Pub in Hucknall held a pyjama party for Children In Need. Pictured are staff with their children in 2007. Photo: Shirley Watson
7. Bear hug
A customer and staff had a cuddle with Pudsey Bear at Bon Marche in Bulwell in 2009 Photo: Angela Ward
8. Buggy run
Members of the George Street Working Men's Club in Hucknall set off on their buggy run to help raise funds for Children in Need in 2007 Photo: Angela Ward