CARE home residents completed the ‘Captain Tom 100’ challenge after throwing an all-day danceathon to raise money for the former Army Officer’s charity.

Residents at Hambleton Grange care home in Thirsk took part in the fundraiser, organised by the family of Sir Captain Tom Moore, which encourages people to complete a challenge of their choice.

The challenge must be centred around the number 100 to mark what would have been Sir Tom's 101st birthday at the end of April.

Hambleton Grange residents opted to host a 100-song danceathon, which featured much-loved tunes such as The Macarena and Cha Cha Slide.

Staff also got into the groove by dressing up in neon 80s dancewear as residents set them fun challenges and dance-offs.

Resident, Betty Taylor, said: "I had so much fun dancing the day away in memory of Captain Tom - He accomplished so much in his life and is very inspirational. "The dance-offs were brilliant fun to watch and made us all laugh out loud! 100 songs sounds like a lot, but the tracks flew by and put everyone in a brilliant mood!"

Lifestyle manager, Linzi Williamson said: "I am so proud of all the residents at Hambleton Grange for completing our danceathon in honour of Captain Tom.

"He was a truly inspirational man and many of our residents were inspired by his fundraising last year, so it did not take much to get them out of their seats and showing us their best moves.

"It was a fantastic day and I know that the money we helped to raise will be put to great use."