THOUSANDS of pounds has been raised for flood victims thanks to some very generous comedic legends.

The Brewery Arts Centre played host to one of the most star-studded stand-up nights in Kendal's history as Rory Bremner, Justin Moorhouse and Fred MacAulay wowed the 264-strong crowd.

The sell-out show, titled 'Come Hell or High Water', saw the comedians waive their usual fee, with all the money raised from the £20 tickets going to the Cumbria Community Foundation.

Mr Bremner began the show with one of his trademark David Cameron impressions, critiquing the Old Etonian's response to the recent flood crisis, before following it up with a skit about the local Liberal Democrats.

The Bremner, Bird and Fortune star mocked the fact that the environmentally friendly party would have to use a lot of petrol in order for their geographically distant MPs to have a reunion.

Justin Moorhouse, who compered the evening, began by trying to have a bit of banter with the crowd, but found it a difficult task as everybody refused to speak to him.

It prompted him to joke: "If somebody comes to do a comedy show for free, let's not make it hard for them!"

He proceeded to lovingly mock the town for its grey appearance but finished with a serious message, praising the area for its resilience in the wake of Storm Desmond.

Fred MacAulay, who had travelled over the border from Glasgow for the performance, echoed his colleagues' sentiments.

Speaking after the show, Rory Bremner said: "I'm glad people enjoyed it. I thought the floods were bad before I came here but you have to see it to believe it.

"Everyone who took part in the show is aware of how important it was to raise money.

"It's a beautiful part of the world. I fell in love with the Lakes all over again and I'll be marching my family back up here this Easter.

"People around here are great and they have a marvellous sense of humour."

Mr Bremner also hosted shows in Keswick and Penrith and Andy Beeforth of the Cumbria Community Foundation is overjoyed at the money raised.

He said: "We were delighted to receive the support of Rory. He's someone of national significance. He was genuinely interested in our organisation and the affects of the floods on the area. We would like to say a huge thank you."