Ed Sheeran donates boxers to support EACH in Suffolk

The 32-year-old, who grew up in Framlingham, has handed over almost 450 items to East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) to sell on eBay.

EACH believes the haul will help raise thousands of pounds for its hospices in Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex.

The sale will start on Thursday and includes jumpers, trousers and hats, as well as jackets, belts, bags, T-shirts, boxer shorts and Ipswich Town merchandise – with Sheeran being a huge fan of the Blues.

Some of the items donated by Sheeran to EACH (Image: EACH)

Garments will not be washed or ironed – they will be sold as received – and all sales will be accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity.

Sheeran has been an ambassador for EACH since 2014 and the donations were delivered by a member of his team to the charity's shop in Bridge Street in Framlingham, close to where he continues to live.

A Jimmy's Farm cap previously owned by Sheeran (Image: EACH)

Kevin Clements, EACH director of fundraising and communications, said: "It’s an extraordinary gesture and extremely kind of Ed.

"His generosity will raise thousands of pounds for our wonderful charity.

"Despite his incredible success and sky-high profile, he remains a loyal champion and we’re eternally grateful for his support.

A pair of Sheeran's underwear you could soon buy (Image: EACH)

"We realise how lucky we are. It’s invaluable and helps raise the profile of the vital care we provide to local children and families.

"In total, Ed and his family have donated 445 garments and accessories and the vast majority are going to be sold via eBay auctions.

Sheeran donated the items of clothing to EACH's Framlingham shop (Image: PA)

"He has fans all over the world and these donations will undoubtedly cause a stir. It’s going to be exciting and fascinating to see how things pan out."