Local legend Joe Scarborough is giving back this Christmas, donating £300 to the Sheffield Hospitals Charity Christmas Appeal for the elderly.

Mr Scarborough, who is an artist known for his vibrant depictions, sold his latest piece ‘A Sheffield Christmas’ for £3,000.

He now plans to donate some of these proceeds and hopes that more will consider the plight of those struggling this winter.

He said: “Even if it’s at the end of the day, if you’re broke, still give them your time.

“Do not be quiet. You have a voice. Use it and there are people prepared to listen to it.

“The nation is getting colder and it is our job to keep those in need just a bit warmer.”

Joe was born in Sheffield in 1938 and lives here to this day. His previous works includes ‘The Boxing Lord’, ‘The Phantom Of The Opera’ and ‘The Things We Do For Weston Park Hospital.’

Mr Scarborough is an ambassador for the Sheffield Hospitals Charity. The charity aims to enhance the care and treatment of patients accessing NHS services in Sheffield, by supporting high-priority areas which are beyond the scope of government funding.

Gareth Aston, chief executive officer at Sheffield Hospitals Charity, spoke of his admiration for Mr Scarborough.

He said: “We are immensely proud and honoured by the continued support from our ambassador Joe Scarborough.

“This amazing donation will go towards our Christmas appeal supporting the elderly in Sheffield hospitals this Christmas.

“Joe is a hidden gem and one of the few treasures in Sheffield.”