Staff from the Linney group, Mansfield, raised £1,575 towards Portland College’s £2m appeal for an inclusive sports academy through a sponsored slimathon.

Andrea Hudson, college fundraiser, said: “The Linney Group are long-term supporters of Portland College and we cannot thank them enough for their continued fundraising and fun ideas.”

A charity 20/20 cricket match between a college team and corporate fundraising partner RBS further boosted the appeal’s funds.

Jon Hodgkinson, RBS corporate relationship manager, said: “A fantastic fun day with the added bonus of raising funds for Portland College.”