A CHARITY boxing event raised more than £6,000 for a foundation that supports underprivileged children achieve their goals through performing arts and sport.

The event took place at held at the Brentwood Sports Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood.

Darren Jones, Lea Eaton and Russel Taylor took part in the event, which was held to raise money for The Karis May Darling Foundation.

Darren Jones and Russel Taylor have links to Corringham.

Karis May Darling died six years ago after a battle with meningitis.

A total of £6,340 was raised from the event.

Through tireless fundraising for the Karis May Darling Foundation, the family raised £130,000, before getting permission from Thurrock Council to build the centre in the park, off Springhouse Road, Corringham.

The money will help with the centre improvement.