A SUPERMARKET raised thousands of pounds to support an athletics club.

Socketts Heath Co-op, Lodge Lane, Grays raised £2,672. 21 for Thurrock Harriers.

The team was invited by the store workers to receive a cheque.

A spokesman for the sports team said: “We would like to thank all of the staff plus the Co-op members for helping Thurrock Harriers raise this amazing amount for their Athletic Club.”