Great community effort as charity darts marathon makes £22,606
A darts marathon staged by a group of friends from villages around Worksop has raised a staggering £22,606 for a struggling hospice.
The event at Hodthorpe Community Club was organised by Rob Lowe of Creswell, and involved players from Whitwell, Creswell and Hodthorpe.
A total 24 players took on the challenge of the 24-Hour Darts Marathon, supported by a team of volunteers who kept score throughout the event.
Additional activities took place on the Saturday, involving and adding interest for young people.
Mr Lowe, 51, said: "The weekend generated a real sense of community spirit, with many people supporting the cause by bringing their own refreshments and making generous donations.
"I would like to extend special thanks to the hosts, Hodthorpe Community Club, whose support throughout the event was exceptional, and the many people who worked behind the scenes to make the event such a success, including David Holden (Brassy), Lee Godley, Luan Stansbury-Holden, Cathy Godley and Mark Starczewski (Ched)."
It's the second time the event has been held, with £13,000 raised last year to support cash-strapped Ashgate Hospice in Chesterfield, where Rob's father spent his final days.
Mr Lowe added: "This time we had four teams of six people with two hours on the board, and two hours off. We just tried to score as highly as we could.
"We never thought we'd make so much money, so really happy.
"A cheque presentation took place last weekend when Sarah Barker from Ashgate Hospice came to the club in Hodthorpe."
The darts marathon is now to be an annual event, he added.