Football legend kicks off golf day

Keen golfers had the chance to tee off with one of England's footballing legends.

Sir Geoff Hurst hosted a fundraising day at Lilleybrook Golf Club to raise money for the Leukaemia and Intensive Chemotherapy fund.

More than 50 people took part, with three lucky competitors getting to play alongside the 1966 world cup winning hero.

And in glorious sunny conditions participants raised more than £3,000 for the cause.

Sir Geoff said: "The day was a great opportunity to get together to raise money for something which will benefit cancer patients across the region.

"I've thoroughly enjoyed myself and hope everyone else has too. The course was in superb condition. Thanks to LINC for organising the event, and I hope we can do it again next year."

Dr Jill Rouse, co-founder of LINC, said: "We very grateful to all the golfers who took part in the day, and having Sir Geoff here really made it a special occasion.

"Funds raised will go towards the £400,000 target to extend the Edward Jenner Unit at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital."

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