A GRIMSBY gym is helping marathon runner Surinder Fowler make one final push to reach her fundraising target.

The fitness suite at Millfields Hotel in Bargate will be hosting the 55-year-old Grimsby woman's latest challenge on Friday, August 1 – a 12-hour cardio workout.

And the hotel is encouraging the public to come and support her, by allowing them to enjoy their facilities for a £1 donation to Surinder's charities.

As previously reported, Surinder ran the London Marathon in April in aid of Diabetes UK, Sense for deafblind people and poorly local children.

She is now just £325 short of her £4,500 target and hopes this event will help her get over the line.

For her challenge, Surinder will spend four hours on the treadmill, four hours on the cross trainer, three hours on the spinning bike and then one more hour on the treadmill.

Surinder, who has completed many epic spinning bike sessions over the years, says this challenge will be different – but is confident of rising to it.

"It is different to the spinning bike but I can do it. I'm fit enough to do it. Hopefully I can reach my target and if anyone wants to come and challenge me on the day they are more than welcome.

"I would like to thank Millfields for supporting me. They have always given me prizes for namecards and they have my donation box on the bar. It all helps."

Gym manager Steven Bourne said: "We are supporting Surinder because we know she puts in the hours to help these charities by running all around our town and working hard to achieve her goals."

Surinder's challenge will be from 9am to 9pm, during which the public will be able to enjoy a gym session for just £1.

THE countdown has begun to the British Fish Craft Championships, coming to Cleethorpes for August Bank Holiday weekend.

An eight-page brochure detailing all the competitions that make up the centre-piece of the weekend has been produced, in what is seen as a major coup for the area, and something that could pull in the crowds.

Speaking at the launch at Grimsby's Fishing Heritage Centre, Gary Hooper, immediate past president of the National Federation of Fishmongers, said: "This will be the first time this prestigious event has taken place in what is viewed by many as the home of British fish and we are looking forward to a warm welcome, we are also really excited to be working alongside North East Lincolnshire Council who will be sponsoring the event for the first time.

"The National Federation of Fishmongers are delighted to have been invited to hold The British Fish Craft Championships in North East Lincolnshire.

Taking place within the grounds of Cleethorpes Leisure Centre there will be a seaside backdrop to the competition.

Ahead of the competitions on Sunday, there will be a day of demonstrations and an attempt at a Guinness World Record for the largest fish finger.

Further demonstrations and seafood sampling will take place on the Monday, with a filleting competition for local processors being lined up.

Several Grimsby seafood firms have followed the local authority's lead in backing the event, with individual competitions and collective awards sponsored. The deadline for entries is August 9.

To enter ,visit www.fishmongers.info/craft/entryform.pdf

TEN staff from an electrical firm will be leaping from a plane at 4,000 feet to raise money for St Andrew's Hospice in Grimsby.

The team, from GRS Electrical Services, will be taking part in a skydive at Hibaldstow next weekend.

The firm has been appointed by Lindum Construction as the electrical contractor for the hospice's huge £6.5 million overhaul which includes the demolition and rebuild of its 35-year-old adult hospice, connecting it to the children's hospice at the Peaks Lane site.

As reported, the hospice is the Grimsby Telegraph's 2014 Charity Of The Year and is this year trying to raise £2.5 million towards the redevelopment through its Building On Care campaign.

Only two members of the team, based on the Fairfield Industrial Estate on the edge of Louth, Clair Grant and Derek Maher, have done skydives before. Clair took part in a tandem skydive 17 years ago, while Derek is a veteran of ten jumps.

Derek, contracts manager at GRS, said the team had been able to see first-hand the work that the hospice does through its role as contractors for the new build.

"As a local business for more than 30 years, GRS has historically always strived to support charitable organisations – particularly local charities, whenever possible," he said.

"Certainly over the past few years of recession, GRS understands that there is an even greater need to ensure that charitable organisations are able to continue the vital work they do.

"As soon as we had been appointed, the team were keen to do something for St Andrew's Hospice. We decided to get involved with the hospice's campaign.

"After some discussion we decided to see how many of the 50 electricians and 20 office staff would be keen to do a static line solo parachute jump. With a little persuasion we had our team of ten ready."

He added: "I've talked the guys through what to expect but as it draws closer there are a few worried faces around the place – in particular Mark Bee, known as Buzz, who is one of our contract managers. He is taking his bike clips so nothing falls out from his trouser leg."

The team will be taking part in a "static line" parachute jump at Hibaldstow Skydive Centre on Sunday, following a day's training on Saturday beforehand.

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A FRESHNEY Place clothing store has been selected as one of only 23 nationwide to open a new Ann Harvey "concession".

Launched on Friday, Bonmarché is one of the first to open their doors to the Ann Harvey concession, offering an exclusive collection of figure-flattering women's wear.

Anne Harvey specialises in providing plus size women with fashionable and comfortable clothes from sizes 16 to 32.

It is one of the UK's most popular plus size clothing brands with items which have been customised to complement more curvaceous women and offer clothing to fit up to date trends.

Sarah Wherry, store manager at Bonmarché, said: "We're delighted to be able to offer our customers a new and exciting range of clothing in our store.

"We are one of the lucky stores chosen to offer the Ann Harvey range, so we feel extremely privileged and are sure it will bring great success to the store and please a number of our local customers."

Not only has the store been given the chance to offer the new collection of clothing, but also a luxury personal shopper experience, so that shoppers can be advised on the perfect outfit for them and help create a number of different versatile head-to-toe styles.

Customers can choose from elegant evening wear, trendy day dress, casual tops and trousers and statement accessories.

Amanda Austin, centre director of Freshney place shopping centre, commented: "We are extremely delighted that Bonmarché has been selected to offer the Ann Harvey concession.

"This is an excellent addition to their newly refurbished store which opened last month and complements our Brand Campaign magazine which launched this year, focusing on the fantastic availability of brands and concessions offered at Freshney Place Shopping Centre."

GRIMSBY'S burgeoning offshore wind energy hub has been boosted by the arrival of another blue chip company.

James Fisher Marine Services is today launching a dedicated offshore renewables and marine support base in the town, as the division of the £400-million FTSE 250-listed company James Fisher and Sons, expands its network.

The base, with offices within Grimsby Fish Market, also includes secure lay down facilities for rapid mobilisation of containerised assets, such as diving equipment and remotely operated vehicle systems.

The move, bringing three jobs to the town and potentially more to follow, will also provide a single point of access to the wider group specialist marine and subsea capabilities, enhanced with the acquisition of Osiris Marine Services last year.

Jim Hey, managing director of James Fisher Marine Services, said: "Port of Grimsby East was chosen due to the significant investment made in the area in recent years and the growing presence of renewable energy companies as an attractive location to service their wind farms.

"This latest expansion of our operational footprint enables us to increase both the range of services and the speed of response and service levels to our customers engaged in the development and operation offshore wind farms off the east coast of England.

"With many of the James Fisher companies already engaged in offshore wind projects in the North Sea, this new facility enables us ensure that we have the right assets and personnel in place to react quickly and efficiently and provide our customers with a single interface to the groups wider capability".

The company, headquartered in Barrow-in-Furness, also has bases in Great Yarmouth, Lyness (Orkney) and Newhaven, East Sussex.

Technical support ranges from complete sub-sea services to oil transfer systems and offshore accommodation modules.

Already working on Humber Gateway, E.on's 73-turbine wind farm currently under construction, today sees a diving and inspection class remote operated vehicle located in Port of Grimsby East, with further specialist equipment arriving over the summer.

Chris Holden, chairman of Grimsby Renewables Partnership, said: "It is great to see James Fisher coming to Grimsby to set up a prominent base. They have an excellent work record in marine operations and a rich maritime heritage.

"It is great for the town that people are seeing this area as the place to be, as well as for the operators already in the port to have access to the services they offer."

A FURIOUS son threatened to kill his terrified mother after viciously grabbing her and pressing his fist against her throat.

He also spat at her, pushed her, damaged items in her home, broke in to the house, stole items and raided her bank account, a court heard.

She was left "absolutely devastated" by his "appalling" behaviour but wanted to forgive him and rebuild their relationship.

Ryan Riley, 20, formerly of Redbourne Road, Grimsby, admitted twice assaulting Rosalind Riley, burgling her home and causing criminal damage.

Jeremy Evans, prosecuting, told Grimsby Crown Court that Riley picked up cups in his mother's home on March 22 and smashed them on the floor in a fit of pique.

He was "losing the plot" and repeatedly shouted: "Do you really want to do my head in?"

He kicked out at a table, causing objects to smash on the floor. His mother tried to telephone the police but he ripped the cit from its socket.

Riley shouted: "What do you think you are doing? Grass."

He later kicked a fence outside the house in Winchester Avenue, Grimsby, and shouted: "You call yourself a mother. You're a tramp."

He spat at her, hitting her in the face. She asked him to leave, lost her temper and threatened him with her walking stick. He ran off.

On March 31, Riley demanded £10 from his mother. There was an argument and he became aggressive.

He pushed her on to a sofa and told her to shut up. He baited her – "in an act of sheer spitefulness" – about problems she had suffered with her ex-husband. He later kicked a door in a rage and she feared for her safety.

Riley grabbed her by her clothes and pressed his fist against her throat, shouting that he would kill her.

Both fell to the floor and he stood over her. She screamed at him and he pushed her back towards the sofa.

He left and smashed a glass panel.

In a burglary on April 3, Riley forced open doors at his mother's home at about 4am, ripped a TV off the wall and took an iPad, an iPhone and a tin of tobacco. He later stole £140 from bank accounts using her cards.

"She was absolutely devastated that her son could break in to her house and do this to her," said Mr Evans.

Mrs Riley told the court that she wanted to rebuild her relationship with her son but did not want him to live at her home.

Richard Hackfath, mitigating, said that Riley had been in custody for about four months. He was not asked to provide any further mitigation.

Judge Mark Bury told Riley: "You behaved appallingly towards your mother. You know you did – being abusive to her, spitting at her, breaking in to her property, pushing her around the house and burgling her house in the middle of the night.

"She forgives you and wants you to continue a relationship with her.

"You have expressed remorse and want to make it up to her. I am going to give you that opportunity."

Riley was jailed for eight months but, because of his time in custody, was expected to be released shortly.

FIREFIGHTERS last night tackled a blaze at a derelict historic building in Grimsby.

Flames – some as high as 20 feet according to eyewitnesses – ripped through the former Grimsby Art College in Eleanor Street, causing part of the roof to cave in.

Humberside Fire And Rescue were called to the incident at around 7.30pm after being alerted by a resident of the Salvation Army hostel next door.

Four fire engines attended the scene along with police officers. Fire crews initially attempted to tackle the blaze from the Eleanor Street side of the building but later moved into the car park at the rear, off Heneage Road.

The flames were brought under control using two hose reels but smoke continued to billow from the building.

A small crowd of people gathered in the car park to watch the drama unfold but they were later ushered onto the other side of the road by firefighters who taped off the car park.

The fire has led to renewed calls for something to be done with the derelict building, which has attracted several incidents of vandalism in recent years.

Opened in 1895 as Wintringham School, the building later became Grimsby Art College before closing in the mid-1990s with plans to convert it into flats.

The Salvation Army hostel resident who rang 999 told the Grimsby Telegraph: "I was in my front room watching the telly when I saw the smoke.

"Something needs to be done with the building. There's always kids in there running on the roof. I know it's a listed building but they want it bulldozing and making safe. It's a deathtrap."

Another eyewitness, who was driving past when he saw the flames, said: "I saw the firefighters struggling at the front of the building so I told them to come round the back and use the car park to get at it.

"When I came round the flames were about 20ft high through the roof. I used to go to this school but that was a long time ago. I thought they were supposed to be renovating it."

FIRE broke out in a Grimsby home after floodwater seeped into the electrics.

Firefighters forced entry into the two-storey property in Marshall Avenue at around 5.50am yesterday before tackling the flames.

Luckily no-one was in the house at the time of the blaze, which started in the electric box under the stairs.

And because the internal doors of the property were kept closed, the fire was largely contained to the cupboard under the stairs.

However, smoke damage was caused to other rooms throughout the building.

Homeowners Martyn and Helen Mortlock returned to their house at around 8.30am yesterday to survey the damage.

They had stayed overnight at a hotel after attending Ladies' Day at Market Rasen Racecourse and travelled back to Grimsby after receiving an early morning phone call from their 19-year-old son Daniel, who had stayed at his girlfriend's.

Martyn, 40, said: "Our next door neighbour contacted my son on Facebook and he phoned me that morning. The firemen have smashed the front and back doors to get because they thought someone was inside. They said it was some sort of electrical problem.

"The boiler has melted away and there's smoke damage all over the house. I'm just gutted. It's our home at the end of the day but it's nothing that can't be cleaned up and painted."

Helen, 40, said: "When I saw the floor I thought it had all been pulled up because it was black. It smells like an ashtray in the living room. It's lucky it was contained in the cupboard really. The main thing is that no one was hurt."

The flooding also hit businesses in nearby Cromwell Road.

BetFred bookmakers shop was closed due to the floods and Keen King And Jones Opticians is hoping to be open for business today after yesterday's clean-up operation.

Part-owner Graeme King said: "The carpet is soaked all the way through, but having experienced something similar on a bigger scale seven years ago we were prepared to some extent with flood protection and flood resilience."

NATHAN Arnold insists he is a far more "complete player" than during his previous stint with Grimsby Town.

The pacy attacker became the Mariners' fifth summer addition at the weekend, joining for the season from parent club Cambridge United.

But it is not his first time training with and playing for Town.

In 2009 and following his release by hometown club Mansfield, Arnold was given a trial by then Mariners boss Mike Newell.

The 21-year-old, as he was, travelled with the squad to Devon for the Errea South West Challenge Cup – a pre- season competition against the likes of Luton, Rushden & Diamonds, Yeovil and Wycombe.

Despite netting a couple of goals in the south west, Arnold was unable to earn a contract, and went on to play for Hyde and Alfreton before last summer's switch to the Abbey Stadium on a two-year deal.

And the winger/striker believes he is a completely different prospect from the young lad who came to Town five years ago.

"I was only a youngster when I had my trial at Grimsby," he told the Telegraph. "I hadn't played many games at that level and the club was in League Two at the time.

"We went somewhere down south for a pre-season tournament, but my time at the club was cut short.

"Now, I'm in a good place as a footballer and a person, and feel equipped to make the most of this chance.

"I've got that experience and am definitely more of a complete player than I was back then."

Having seen the club from the inside, Arnold needed little convincing that the Mariners were the right move.

He continued: "The first I heard of Grimsby's interest was on Friday morning when I got into training down at Cambridge.

"The footballing director and manager grabbed hold of me and said that Grimsby had contacted them on Thursday night.

"As soon as I found out there was an opportunity for me to go, I spoke with Paul Hurst and everything was sorted pretty quickly.

"The fact that I know Craig Disley and Paul Hurst as well was a big factor. The Cambridge captain, Ian Miller, was at Grimsby and also spoke very highly of the club.

"Everyone I've spoken to about Grimsby Town have 'bigged' them up, and everyone knows about their following and fan-base.

"I came across them in the league as well during my time at Mansfield, so I know a fair bit about them."

He added: "At Cambridge, we always knew that Grimsby would be one of the other teams up there challenging.

"That was one of my reasons for coming here. I wouldn't have just joined any club and, after speaking to the boss at Cambridge, we mutually agreed that Grimsby would be the best way forward for me."

Explaining why a permanent switch to Blundell Park was always going to be tricky, Arnold remarked: "The manager at Cambridge put me up for transfer and I had an inkling that a season-long loan deal would be the likely move.

"With my wage increasing due to promotion, it was always going to be a barrier against a permanent move. So I was expecting to go out on a loan deal somewhere.

"There were a few other options and Cambridge put all the offers on the table – then it was just about making the right decision for me.

"With me originally being from the north, Grimsby was an appealing option for me, and the club itself was a big draw."

NEW Grimsby Town signing Nathan Arnold could be joined by another attacking arrival as early as today.

The 26-year-old signed a season-long loan deal with the Mariners on Saturday – as reported on our website, grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/sport

The Cambridge United man, who can play on either flank or up front, meets his new team-mates at training today.

And the Telegraph understands he could be joined by another 'striker' – Town's sixth summer signing.

Either way, Arnold believes he can boost the Mariners' attacking options after helping the U's to promotion and an FA Trophy triumph last campaign.

"All last season I played on the right-wing, but I started back pre-season at Cambridge playing up front and I scored a few goals early on," he told the Telegraph.

"I felt sharp and, to be honest, that's my most comfortable position.

"I prefer up top or as a third striker, but I'm not sure what Paul Hurst is thinking, so we'll see what happens.

"I started out as a striker at Mansfield, but then a change of manager saw me moved out wide.

"I had a successful season out there and have moved between up top, behind the front two or out wide ever since.

"But it's always good to have a few positions in your locker, and that's only going to benefit my career.

"Regardless of the position, my pace is one of my main attributes. I'm very direct – I like to excite, be on the front foot and be positive in my play."

After only hearing of Town's interest on Friday, Arnold is ready to hit the ground running ahead of this week's home friendlies against Doncaster Rovers and former club Mansfield Town.

He added: "Coming to Grimsby Town is a new challenge for myself and I'm relishing it.

"It's my first training session today.

"Everything has moved quickly, so I headed up yesterday and will join the rest of the boys today.

"I understand there are friendly games tomorrow and Friday, so it's straight into the action.

"I've been fortunate enough to get some game-time under my belt already this pre-season, so hopefully I'm not too short on fitness, and I can get off to a flying start."

FAMILY, friends and staff all gathered at Woodlands Primary School, in Grimsby, to bid a fond farewell to one of their much-loved teachers.

Melanie Thompson, 60, of Worlaby Road, in Scartho, has decided to retire at the end of the school year after 36 years of stellar service.

She began teaching at the school in 1977, the same year she got married, and in that time the educational establishment has gone through four name changes and she has served under nine different head teachers.

Her time has predominantly been spent in the early years stages of nursery and reception, with the latter being her "favourite".

The mother-of-two said: "The last 15 years of my career have been the happiest.

"There has been ups and downs but each year we've seen an improvement in the pupils' attainment, so we must have been doing something right.

"I love teaching reception because the children are like sponges.

"They come to you willing to learn and wanting to learn – they absorb everything. I'm going to miss the children and a lot of the parents, too, because you develop a great relationship with them, even once the pupils have moved on."

The move to retirement was largely accelerated by Mrs Thompson's deteriorating health and she has difficulty standing and walking, which is quite important when teaching the little ones.

She says that she was sad to leave the old school building and see it being taken down but that the school's current home is "fantastic".

Now she can look forward to more time with her family.

"I've been really positive about my retirement, it's time to do things for me," said Mrs Thompson.

"I've got all sorts of projects that I've started and not been able to finish because I've been working. I just want to enjoy life and see all the friends I don't get to spend enough time with."

Her two daughters, Bethan and Cathryn, were in attendance to raise a glass to their inspirational mother who fills them both with immense pride.

Bethan, 33, said: "She has put everything into her job at this school and she's really given me a drive in my career."

Cathryn, 31, said: "It's going to be quite strange with her not being at work but we just want her to enjoy her time as much as possible now, with dad and her friends – she deserves it."

The pupils compiled video messages that were played at the party.

Head teacher Catherine Job said: "A lot of people are very grateful for having worked with her, as well as all the appreciative pupils and parents – she'll be missed."

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PARENTS and staff at Immingham Children's Centre held a special party to celebrate being rated "outstanding" by Ofsted.

The Margaret Street centre was inspected for the first time since it opened in 2008 last month, with inspectors observing a variety of activities and talking to parents, children, staff and partners.

The centre was assessed on the accessibility of its services, quality of services and its leadership – and ranked "outstanding" in each.

Lead inspector Daniel Grant said: "Families facing the greatest challenges and those identified by the centre as most in need receive very thorough and effective support from the centre."

He added: "Children who attend the centre's activities make very good progress in most areas of their development and are prepared well for school."

Mum, Michelle Moody, 34, from Immingham, said the children's centre, which is housed on the same site as Eastfield Primary Academy and Immingham Day Care, has been a "lifeline" for her and her four children.

"It is an opportunity to get out of the house, meet new friends and train on courses," she said.

"I have found it is easily accessible for the midwife and speech and language therapist, and the messy play sessions have helped my children develop and have fun.

"I have been coming to the centre since it opened and it has made me more confident in myself.

"I've made friends and have realised my self-worth, as at the centre you are encouraged to do your best.

Dad Simon Robinson, 29, also from Immingham, agreed: "Before I used the centre I was very shy. Coming here has opened me up more as it is a really friendly place and you are always made to feel welcome.

"My son Matthew loves the groups and it has really helped his development."

There are 849 children under five years of age living in the centre's area, which covers the whole of Immingham and the surrounding villages of Habrough, Stallingborough and Healing.

Of these, 18 per cent of children live in workless households and 33 per cent of families are eligible for the childcare element of Working Tax Credit.

Centre co-ordinator Alison Jollands said she is "delighted" with the outcome of the inspection.

"It reflects the hard work of all who work and engage with the centre," she said. "This includes our families and their young children, and a range of professionals and service providers."

Councillor Ros James, portfolio holder for children's services at North East Lincolnshire Council, which runs the centre, added: "We are extremely proud of everyone at the centre.

"The 'outstanding' rating highlights the dedication, hard work and commitment of the team to engaging and working alongside families in the local area."

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THIRTY-ONE proud and emotional students at Linkage College received rapturous applause in recognition of their achievements.

The college, which is the longest-standing, specialist further education provider in the country, held its annual graduation ceremony at the Grimsby Minster.

Friends and family were in attendance to see their loved ones, who come from all over the country to study in Grimsby.

Matthew Orford, principal of Linkage College, said: "What an amazing set of achievements. All of the graduates are rightly proud of what they have done.

"I also echo the graduates in thanking the staff for all their hard work this year. They put in an incredible amount of effort. It's amazing to listen to all the stories and I was greatly moved, I certainly needed my box of tissues!

"You cannot underestimate the work we do and the impact we have on people's lives."

The college, which has a campus on Weelsby Road, caters for young learning disabled adults from 16 upwards.

Sarah Whiteley, learner, recruitment and development manager at Linkage College, hosted the ceremony.

She said: "This is the first time we have hosted the ceremony at the minster and it went brilliantly. This year's graduates have all done tremendously. They have all passed their qualifications and developed their skills.

"But away from the academical side, they have all made great strides as individuals, too. A lot of them came to us lacking confidence, but that has all changed.

"It's always sad to see them go, but this is just the start of the story. We will keep in touch with them to see how they progress."

Robert Price, 19, was one of the 31 to graduate.

He said: "I've been here for three years and it's been an amazing experience.

"I was pretty nervous heading up to get my award today but it was worth it. It has been a really successful time for me and I have learned a lot.

"I have a job interview next week so fingers crossed it works out. I've made a lot of friends here, so it's a bit sad to be leaving."

Michael Goldsmith, 22, won a special award for being the college's first ever president of the student union.

He added: "It was great to be involved with the union. I got a lot done and I think it was a really successful period.

"I've made a lot of friends here so I'm really sad to be leaving. I've enjoyed my time here and I will always remember it."

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HAPPY birthday Prince George – and Princess Della!

Today, the future monarch is celebrating his first birthday – and so is this little princess.

Della Manders, from Cleethorpes, shares her special day with the Prince and was one of just 12 babies born on July 22 last year chosen to take part in a very special celebration in St James' Park at the weekend.

Independent auditors were asked by the Royal Mint to select one baby from each of the 11 home regions of the 1,700 babies who were born on that day and presented with commemorative silver pennies.

It just so happened that one of those families selected happened to be twins, meaning a dozen very special babies were invited to enjoy their first birthday celebrations in the Park, and at a prestigious London hotel.

They were all presented with a commemorative sterling silver £5 coin bearing the heraldic Royal Arms design, struck in Prince George's honour.

Della's parents Dorann and Clark -– who own Candiland sweet shop and Scoops ice cream parlour on Cleethorpes seafront – took her to the capital for a party fit for a little princess.

Dorann, 37, said they had a fantastic day.

"It was wonderful from start to finish, the weather was great, wonderful food and the people from the Royal Mint were the loveliest people you could ever meet. The hotel was fantastic as well.

"Della was so good, she had a lovely time.

"We couldn't believe it when we got the phone call to say she had been chosen from 1,700 babies. It was a fantastic day and something special that we will always remember."

And it's been a real week of celebrations for the Manders family – Della's oldest sister Ava celebrated her ninth birthday yesterday, and her other sister, Lola, turned five on July 17.

Dorann said: "It's a very busy and expensive month for us!"

Della had been due on July 19 and although Dorann was taken into Grimsby's maternity hospital on her due date, Della held on until July 22 to make an appearance.

"It was a long wait," said Dorann.

Shane Bissett, director of Commemorative Coin and Bullion at The Royal Mint said: "The birth of Prince George of Cambridge was a joyous occasion not just for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge but also for the whole nation.

"As he turns one, we wanted to mark this historical moment with Della, who shares this special birthday, with a commemorative sterling silver £5 coin she can treasure forever.

"The choice of a silver coin is significant, too, as crossing the precious metal across a baby's palm is a way to wish them wealth and good health throughout their life, whilst the £5 coin is a favourite for royal celebrations."

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