MORE than £8,000 was raised for good causes when Father Christmas visited Hart in the run-up to Christmas.

In December, The Rotary Club of Hart took its new sleigh, with Father Christmas on board, to various places.

Members also held collections, including in High Street, Hartley Wintney, and at the village’s annual Christmas market.

The total of £8,967 will be distributed to local organisations, individuals and charities.