AS TEAM of volunteers have raised the magnificent sum of £5,631.17 for the local branch of CancerCare.

The group thanked the members of Kendal's Victoria Bowling Club for the use of their facilities, where they raised the money by providing teas and organising tournaments, events and the sale of hand made greetings cards.

Bowling club secretary Alan Gilpin said the club was proud to have been a part of this phenomenal fundraising achievement.

He said all the members and visiting players had commented on how friendly the team were and how good the catering was, and added that he hoped the club could continue to work with them and provide further donations in the future.