An Ipswich youngster has raised more than £800 for Selig Suffolk at the launch of her charity record at Sailmakers Shopping Centre.

Roma Nicholson, 11, performed the three songs on her Welcome to the Waterfront record with a special performance at the shopping centre, supported by Emma Collingridge, Miss Teen United Kingdom Continents.

East Anglian Daily Times: Ipswich Mayor Sarah Barber (far left) with young singer Roma Nicholson (second right) at Sailmakers Shopping Centre along with Emma Collingridge, from Kesgrave, Miss Teen United Kingdom Continents (second left) and centre manager Mike Sorhaindo. Picture: JAMES FLETCHERIpswich Mayor Sarah Barber (far left) with young singer Roma Nicholson (second right) at Sailmakers Shopping Centre along with Emma Collingridge, from Kesgrave, Miss Teen United Kingdom Continents (second left) and centre manager Mike Sorhaindo. Picture: JAMES FLETCHER (Image: Archant)

The St Alban’s pupil raised £838 for her efforts, which also included an appearance at the Foxfest Truck Family Day, and was inspired to help the cause after her mum Rosa volunteered at the Ipswich Winter Night Shelter.

East Anglian Daily Times: Roma at the launch of her Welcome to the Waterfront charity EP. Picture: JAMES FLETCHERRoma at the launch of her Welcome to the Waterfront charity EP. Picture: JAMES FLETCHER (Image: Archant)

Roma said: “The people at Sailmakers were very supportive and it all went very well. It was great not just to sing there but also to listen to the other performers because it wasn’t about me it was for the charity.

“I was nervous but I always am before performing and I think it helps me.”

For more about Roma’s charity CD visit www.romaspage.wixsite.com