AN Upton-based firm is supporting a fundraising event being held by firefighters this Saturday.

Door manufacturer Permadoor, based at Station Road Industrial Estate, is supporting an open day taking place at Upton Fire Station in Minge Lane this Saturday, July 22.

As well as attending and helping raise awareness of the event, Permadoor will also be donating one of its composite doors, which will serve as a prize for one lucky raffle winner.

The long-established Upton firm has a close relationship with the local fire service. Permadoor employee Gordon Adam is a paid on-call firefighter and is occasionally called out to deal with emergencies on work time.

“We are all extremely proud that Gordon isn’t just a highly-valued part of our business, but an integral part of the local fire team, too,” General manager Mark White said.

Station Commander, Mark Strutt, added: “Thanks to Permadoor for their continued support over many years, by allowing members of staff to respond to emergencies in the local community as part of a fire and rescue crew.

"Without the support of local employers like Permadoor, it would be incredibly difficult to maintain the emergency response currently delivered in our more rural areas”.