A building products manufacturer has donated £1,000 to a performing arts organisation to help disabled children.

Forterra, a building products manufacturer, has given £1,000 from its Community Fund to Circus Starr CIC.

The donation will provide 50 tickets for families to attend a Circus Starr performance in Peterborough, near Forterra's Kings Dyke factory in Whittlesey.

Circus Starr, based in Cheshire, has been a force in accessible arts since it was founded in 1987.

It is now a Community Interest Company (CIC) and organises performances in safe environments for children with disabilities, sensory impairments, neurodivergence, and additional learning needs.

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At the performances, a professional troupe of performing artists showcases skills such as acrobatics, juggling, singing, clowning, and hula-hooping.

Judith Halle, grants and trust manager for Circus Starr, said: “It’s often challenging for families with a disabled child to find activities that they can enjoy together.

"Children with learning difficulties or disabilities can struggle in large, crowded spaces, and outings can be immensely stressful for the entire family.

"At Circus Starr, we make these experiences accessible.

“There’s no tutting if your child makes too much noise during the show for example, nor do you need to feel uncomfortable for having to get up and go outside for a bit -- you’re surrounded by families who live similar lives, so all these things are normalised."

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Adam Smith, commercial director at Forterra, said: "We are thrilled to support Circus Starr’s incredible work.

"Their shows align with our commitment to fostering inclusive and thriving communities.

"The Forterra Community Fund continues to support initiatives that make meaningful contributions to local lives.”

Forterra’s Community Fund supports charitable projects across the UK.

Each year, Circus Starr undertakes three major tours, reaching 74 towns across the UK.

These theatre tours bring shows to various indoor venues, including stops in Cambridge, Dundee, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.