WOMAN golfers in County Durham have raised £18,585 to buy equipment for a breast screening service.

Durham Ladies' Golf Association captain Rita Foy presented a cheque to consultant radiologist Dr Bill Thompson of the County Durham Breast Screening Service.

The cash will be used to buy a mammatone biopsy machine, which can help to provide a positive diagnosis of cancerous and non-cancerous breast conditions without the need for surgical procedure or anaesthetic.

Woman golfers from 31 clubs in County Durham worked throughout the year, holding fashion shows, luncheons, coffee mornings and sponsored walks, and other events to raise the money.