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Three little girls who held a fundraiser for a man dying from a brain tumour got the surprise of their lives when a mystery man donated over £1,000.

Scott Richards, 28, was diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour earlier this year. Part of his dying wish was to complete a bucket list and tick off things he had always wanted to do – including marry his fiancée Laura-Jayne Williams.

But when three little girls from his former school, West Park Primary School in Porthcawl, heard about his story, they wanted to do something to help.

(Image: Jamie Strong)

With their 11th birthdays coming up, they decided to throw a party in Scott’s honour and get guests to donate money instead of presents to try and help Scott and Laura-Jayne’s wishes come true.

Tilly Luke, Ellie Woodhall and Megan Tinning held their event at The Waterfront in Porthcawl on Saturday, October 14.

And the trio managed to raise £8,300 on the night by holding events such as a charity auction and raffle to raise as much money as they could to help pay for Scott to go to Florida.

But there was one more surprise when Scott and Laura-Jayne showed up and surprised the girls by asking them to be their flower girls at their upcoming wedding.

(Image: Jamie Strong)

Tilly’s mum Paula said: “Around 80 children showed up and it was just lovely to see all the children supporting him.

“There was lots of tears because Laura-Jayne and Scott just didn’t realise how much money had been raised. They were so grateful.

“We were crying. It was probably the best birthday part. It was a life lesson experience for the children.

“Most kids want to have presents but it was all about Scott and Laura-Jayne. It was so emotional.”

(Image: Laura-Jayne Williams)

To make the day even more memorable, a complete stranger had walked into the venue just days before and handed staff four cheques - one for £1,000 for Scott, and three £100 cheques for the girls. He left no name.

Paula said: “A chap just walked into the Waterfront and handed the staff two envelopes. When the envelopes were opened there were three cheques for the children and a cheque for Scott for £1,000.

“It was a building society cheque so we’ve got no idea. He just said can you make sure this gets to the relevant people.

“Scott was crying. He was so emotional. For him, that’s a huge amount of money.

“There is lots of evil in this world and then something like this happens and it’s wonderful.”

(Image: Laura-Jayne Williams)

Laura-Jayne said: “Saturday was absolutely amazing. We had such a good night and were blown away with the people we met.

“Not only has it allowed for us to plan for an amazing holiday but we are now able to actually start planning our wedding. And all the things we never thought we would get we are able to say yes to.

“If anyone knows of a teepee company free next August, please get in touch.

“We just want to say thank you to the girls. They are truly inspirational and thank you to everyone who came and donated. We felt so welcome and warmed by the amazing community of Porthcawl.”

To donate, visit the online fundraising page at www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/birthdaygala