MEMBERS of St James Church, Taunton, tread the boards for a good cause over the festive season with their biennial tradition of staging a pantomime.

Proceeds from the three nights’ performances of Babes in the Wood were shared between Taunton’s Street Pastors and Christian Care Foundation for Children with Disabilities in Thailand, with both receiving £745.

St James’ Players producer Jenny Wakefield said: "This is the fifth pantomime we’ve presented and, thanks to the generosity of the audiences each night, we are delighted to be able to benefit two worthy charities.

The panto saw the church transformed into woodland and castle precincts, with strong performances by lead actors and supporting cast.