A charity golf event which has been running for 34 years has raised its highest ever total with almost £15,000 being donated to a learning disabilities charity.

The annual Wrag Barn Charity Golf Day in Highworth, sponsored by Haines Watts Swindon, raised a record £14,652 for Hft, a charity that supports people with learning disabilities.

Nearly 80 golfers took part in the event, playing at an 18-hole course and enjoying an auction, raffle, and brunch provided by Wrag Barn Golf Club.

These activities were all part of the efforts to raise funds for the charity.

The funds will go towards core funded projects including care matters, support practitioners and Hft’s friendship service, Luv2MeetU.

Community fundraising manager at Hft, Emma Macdonald, said: "We would like to give our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the 34th Wrag Barn Golf Day, our sponsors Haines Watts and to Wrag Barn Golf Club for its unwavering support in aid of Hft.

"This incredible support helps create a future where learning disabled people can live the best life possible, in a kind and inclusive community."

This marks the fourth year that Haines Watts, an accountancy firm, has sponsored the event.

Martin Gurney, partner at Haines Watts, said: "We fully support the mission and values of Hft.

"The charity’s dedication to the people it supports is admirable and we are glad we can partner with them and Wrag Barn to truly make a difference."

Tim Manners, owner of Wrag Barn, added: “I would like to thank everyone for their contributions to the day which made it such a success.

"We have a loyal following who have put in teams every year and our members are very supportive.

"Wrag Barn members Ros and Christopher Cliff put in a huge amount of work behind the scenes and Scott Talbert is a persuasive auctioneer.

"My sister Caroline had learning disabilities and was given wonderful support from Hft - she lived her best life."

Established in 1962 by a group of parents, Hft supports more than 2,800 learning disabled adults in England and Wales.

It aims to allow people with learning disabilities, and their families, to live the best life they can.

A learning disability is a life-long condition characterised by a reduced intellectual ability and struggle with everyday activities.

The charity provides personalised support, helps people to live independently, campaigns for change and fundraises.