FIREFIGHTERS and members of Hyndburn Rotoract were pelted with hundreds of wet sponges to raise cash for Comic Relief.

Accrington fire service's Green Watch took their turn in the stocks on Broadway, Accrington, at a Comic Relief event organised by the youth section of the Rotary Club.

Secretary Susan Grayston said they raised £68 for Comic Relief and thanked everyone who had helped them. She said the group was appealing for new members and anyone interested in joining could call her on 01254 385263.