He added: “I grew up very close to the site where Derian House now stands. In fact, I used to play football on the field beside where the hospice is now.”
Pemberton, who also starred in ITV’s Benidorm sitcom was also an executive producer of Derian House documentary The Little Things, made by a father whose son, Kalel, received care there for seven years until his death in 2019 at the age of 11.
“Derian House is well known in the area and nationally for providing the very best care for children and their families – and I am very proud to support everything they do,” Pemberton said.
Caroline Taylor from Derian House said Pemberton was “a fantastic ambassador” for the charity.
“The money raised will make a real difference to the children and families who rely on our care, and we are so thankful that he has chosen once again to shine a light on the work we do.”
Derian House Children’s Hospice cares for more than 400 families a year and costs £6m annually to run.