A hospital trust is calling on people to put the kettle to support the NHS.

Valley Hospital Charity in inviting everyone in North Kent to join the nation’s biggest tea break and help raise money for Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, which runs Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford and outpatient services at Gravesham Community Hospital in Gravesend.

The Big Tea takes place today, the NHS's birthday, at 3pm. Or supporters can join in whenever it suits them.

The idea is for fundraisers to take five minutes to have a cuppa, donate £5 and then post on social media, tagging five friends.

People are being encouraged to share a selfie raising a cup in thanks to the NHS, using the hashtag #NHSBigTea.

Mark Cullen, community fundraising manager for Valley Hospital Charity, said: "It’s a chance to stop and reflect on a crazy last 15 months, renew old friendships, forge new ones and look to the future with hope and optimism while raising money for your local NHS trust."

You can text TEA to 70207 to give £5. NHS Charities Together will receive 100% of your donation.

Every £1 raised, up to £50,000, is being matched Alpro.

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