A shopping centre in Glasgow has raised £46,000 for a children's hospital charity.

The amount raised for Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity exceeded last year's £41,000 and was gathered through admissions to Flamingo Beach at Silverburn and visitor donations.

Launched in 2023, Flamingo Beach proved a hit with families, attracting more than 20,000 visitors.

The beach, which returned this summer, welcomed 21,197 visitors during its eight-week run, including 12,207 children.

Guests could also support the charity by purchasing merchandise from its pop-up stand at the beach.

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All funds raised at Flamingo Beach will directly provide life-changing equipment and family support services at The Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow.

William McGowan, head of partnerships and business development at Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, said: "We’re overwhelmed by the incredible £46,000 raised at Silverburn’s Flamingo Beach.

"To exceed last year’s donation truly demonstrates the incredible generosity of our community.

"This donation will ensure we can continue to fund life-changing projects and services for children and families cared for in Scotland’s largest children’s hospital.

"We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Silverburn, and to everyone who visited Flamingo Beach this summer."

David Pierotti, general manager of Silverburn, said: “It’s been fantastic to see the success of our second year of Flamingo Summer at Silverburn.

“It’s a testament to the generosity and compassion of our guests.

“Thank you to everyone who enjoyed visiting our Flamingo Beach and kindly donated.”