COLLEGE students are to take part in a sports marathon to raise money for charity.

The 24-hour badminton session at Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College, in Darlington, is on Wednesday, August 17 and Thursday, August 18.

It is raising money for the Jennifer Trust for sufferers of, and people affected by, spinal muscular atrophy.

The challenge has been supported by the Wilkinson's store. It starts at 8pm on the Wednesday. Anyone interested in supporting the event can contact the college.