A GROUP of cricketers swapped their bats for arrows when they took part in a 24-hour darts marathon.
Six members of Ushaw Moor Cricket Club participated in the sponsored event, to raise money for Sanderson's Children's Fund.
The Newcastle charity, which works with children with curvature of the spine, has been the club's adopted charity for more than 20 years, and members hold regular fundraising events.
The club is hoping to raise more than £300 from the darts match.
Player Andrew Metcalfe said: "Most of us have taken time off work to take part, but it is all worth it.
"We have supported the charity for a long time, and it is a really good cause."
The club is also holding a charity raffle, with prizes donated by local companies.
They include free pub meals and a bat signed by players from Durham County Cricket Club.
For more details, contact the club on 0191-373 0229.
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