Shoppers in Inverness were treated to four hours of continuous Christmas songs in an epic fundraising performance by choral singers.

The Inverness Choral Society staged its annual Carolthon at the Eastgate Shopping Centre in Inverness.

The money raised will be divided between the choral society and this year's charity partner, Crocus Highland, which provides bereavement support for children and young people aged five to18 years.

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In total, about 70 singers performed a range of Christmas favourites and some well-known pieces from Messiah.

Carolthon organiser Andrea Gritter said the audiences had been very generous and there had been a nice atmosphere as people took a break from their Christmas shopping to watch.

"They were singing some of the well-known carols along with us," she said.

"There were a lot of young families and the little ones were dancing."

Those who were unable to catch the choral society's performances in person can still donate online at www.justgiving.carolthon2023 until January 18.

Crocus Highland's services are available free of charge to children and young people living with grief, regardless of the cause of their bereavement.

Mrs Gritter said that the Carolthon has been an annual event since 1986 with the exception of the coronavirus pandemic.

During that time, it has raised more than £70,000 for 24 charities.

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