The family of a young women who died in a car crash are keeping her memory alive by helping others.

Lulu Rocks, an annual event celebrating the life of Lulu Covey, is set to return – and it is hoped it will be the biggest yet.

Lulu’s mum, Glenys Marsh, said the family is hoping that by 2019 – when Lulu would have been 30 – they will have raised £30,000 for worthy causes.

The 2018 event will see proceeds go towards Mountjoy School and The Racehorse Sanctuary.

Glenys said: “We have been holding the event since 2016. It is the third annual event in memory of our daughter Lulu, who was tragically killed on the A37 in a car crash on May 8, 2015.

“We want to raise money for charities and by doing this we feel we are keeping Lu’s memory alive.

Our previous events raised £7,000 in 2016 and £11,700 in 2017. We are hoping to have raised £30,000 by 2019, when Lulu would have been 30 years old.”

Mountjoy School caters for pupils aged between two and 19 with a range of complex needs.

Glenys said: “We are raising money for Mountjoy School and The Racehorse Sanctuary – Lulu worked for Martin and Philippa Clunes as their groom and they raise money each year in memory of Lu at Buckham Fair. They chose the Racehorse Sanctuary for 2018.”

On the bill for Lulu Rocks 2018 so far are The Leggomen, The Salt, Jack Humphries, Zoe Baker and The Masquerades. There will be plenty of tasty treats on offer from an an array of street food stalls and a raffle and bar.

The event needs your help to succeed, as £3,500 is needed to cover the event’s costs.

Glenys said: “By giving to Lulu Rocks 2018 you will help us accomplish this goal and also assist the chosen charities in carrying out their fantastic work.

“Your donation will be recognised at our event in several ways; as a sponsor, your name will be placed on posters that will publicise the event, and also in the local newspaper. It will also be announced verbally at the event itself. We hope that we can count on your help to make this year’s event one of our best yet."

Lulu Rocks 2018 will take place on Saturday, June 16 at Salway Ash village hall.

To donate, email: gem.57@btinternet.com