TWO more sponsors have come on board to support Trimar Hospice's Victorian Shownight on Thursday - the seasonal shopping extravaganza that kicks off the countdown to Christmas in Weymouth.

McCarthy & Stone and Portwey Letting Agents join other local companies by offering financial support to cover the costs of Shownight.

Trimar spent around £7,500 last year on everything from insurance cover to AA road signs. Any remaining cash is directed to the charity to support its valuable work.

Trimar chairman Tricia Houlberg said: "We're delighted with the way the whole town comes out and supports Shownight. There's a real buzz around the town and it just gets bigger and better."

Don't miss Friday's Echo for Shownight pictures and reports.