A CHARITY swimathon at Scissett Baths will make cash for Kirkwood Hospice and other local charities.

Swimmers will take to the water on Sunday in an event organised by Denby Dale Lions.

Teams of up to eight people will swim for 55 minutes each.

Organisers say there is still time for people to enter the event.

Lions member Bill Collin said: "We have had a great response so far. Thirteen teams have already signed up.

"But we have room for three more teams, so please get in touch if you fancy taking a dip, enjoying yourself with plenty of others and raising lots of money for very good local causes at the same time."

He added: "This is the first time we have organised a swimathon in Scissett.

"But I have been doing this sort of thing all over Europe for 10 years," said Mr Collin.

Teams want to register should contact Mr Collin on 01924 265540 or 07711 615202.