TENNIS players throughout the South East took part in an on-court endurance event to raise money for Dementia UK.

More than 60 clubs and 2,000 players throughout the country put their serves, volleys and forehands - and stamina - to the test during the charity's UK Tennis-a-thon.

Badgers Tennis Club in Kemp Town, Brighton, was one of the local clubs taking part, with members of all ages grabbing their rackets to play five enduring hours of fun-filled tennis.

The players raised over £700 after competing in almost 200 games in sweltering conditions.

Badgers member Phil Grant said: “Everyone had a fantastic time and from chatting with everyone playing it was evident how many people are affected by this cruel condition. 

“We were delighted to be able to take part and support this amazing charity."

Holly Markham, regional fundraiser for Dementia UK South East, explained that over 900,000 people nationally are living with dementia.

She said: "Dementia is a growing crisis.

"Sadly almost all of us know someone who is affected. It has been wonderful to receive such phenomenal support from local community clubs like Badgers.

"The crucial funds they have raised will go a long way to help Dementia UK continue to expand their specialist Admiral Nurse services which act as a lifeline to so many people impacted by dementia.”