Since July 2010, with the help of Roseman's Kosher Deli, Sara has been raising money using a charity tin on the deli counter.

But Sara does not plan to rest on her laurels just yet.

"My daughter Justine and I are planning to run three miles for Sport Relief on March 2 and then run 10k in May to raise money for charity," she said.

Rachael Airey, community fundraising manager for Clatterbridge Hospital, sent a letter of thanks to Sara for her recent efforts and spoke of the importance of efforts such as this in helping to beat cancer.

"Every pound adds up," she said. "Your continued support is greatly appreciated by everyone here at the centre.

"With one in three people being diagnosed with cancer at some point, there are so many of us locally who have benefited from the treatment provided by Clatterbridge.

"This year we need to raise £1.4m to help support the vital work we do at Clatterbridge. Your donation will take us one step closer."

If you would like to help Sara raise money for Clatterbridge, or sign up for Liverpool Limmud, email her at sarasaville40@googlemail.com or telephone 07971101813.