IF you are travelling around Peeblesshire this month it’s a fair bet that at some stage your eyes will be assaulted by a dazzling display of daffodils.

The yellow flowers have been planted over a total of 12 miles on roadsides in the region as part of a massive fundraising initiative.

Daffodils are synonymous with spring but also a symbol of the Marie Curie Foundation - and organisers are aiming to raise a tidy sum for the cancer charity.

The charity drive has been set up by Peeblesshire egg producers Glenrath Farms - and they have pledged to match the donations that are put into the red collection boxes that have been set up near the flowers. Marie Curie is such a wonderful and important charity and we are delighted to be doing something for them,” said Glenrath Farms chairman John Campbell.

“Over the years we have added to our daffodil collections and we hope they help to enhance the countryside views.” Travellers will be able to spot the flowers at many locations, including Stobo, Leadburn, Blyth Bridge, between Romanno Bridge and West Linton and between Broughton and Biggar.

“We hope our 12 miles of daffodils will make you smile and donate to Marie Curie to help brighten lives,” said Mr Campbell.

“We’ve got charity boxes situated at strategic places along the roads and we are committed to doubling any donations that are gratefully received.” Mr Campbell and his wife Cathy set up Glenrath Farms almost 60 years ago. The business is the largest employer in Peeblesshire with around 250 on the payroll, including 18 family members.

Millennium Farm at Cowieslinn, near Peebles, is the main provider of the 1.5m eggs the company produce every day. Its principal customers are Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s.

“We are determined to give a little back to our community,” said Mr Campbell. “Our company supports many charities and sponsors Peebles Rugby Club and the Beltane Festival.”