A Chester dance group can now hit the dancefloor after receiving a £900 donation from a housebuilder.

Commodores Colour Guard, who practice at Chester Catholic High School, received the money that will go towards new flooring from Redrow’s community fund, linked with its Kings Moat Garden Village development on Wrexham Road.

The dance group performs a competitive and athletic programme of theatrical productions, which combine music, various dance styles, choreography, and props.

With a team of more than 25, aged between five and 25, the Commodores perform to audiences and adjudicators throughout the UK but needed to purchase a practice dancefloor before they welcome new members.

Karen Muskett, director of Commodores Colour Guard, said: "Before we welcome more members, we needed a new dancefloor to cater for the higher numbers and protect the floor.

"Redrow’s kind donation has solved this issue."

Amanda Hollins, area sales manager at Redrow NW, said: "We’re so pleased we could help the group to purchase this essential piece of equipment.

"Being part of this group is a great way for members to socialise, learn new skills and experience the joys of dancing and it’s lovely to see what a wonderful community they’ve built between dancers and their families.”

The Commodores were crowned British WGUK A Class Champions earlier this year.