A SWIMATHON raised £500 for local charities.

And with Burnley Football Club getting in the swim, it was hoped the total would eventually top £2,000. The event at Padiham Baths was organised by Burnley Round Table and sponsored by Althams.

Seven teams had already competed and 20, including a team from Burnley FC and five teams from St Theodore's High School, were due to complete lengths.

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