Geoff Kitson Memorial tournament hits over £500 for St Leonard's

The Geoff Kitson Memorial charity darts tournament raised more than £500 <i>(Image: UGC)</i>
The Geoff Kitson Memorial charity darts tournament raised more than £500 (Image: UGC)
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A CHARITY darts tournament held in a town near York has raised more than £500 for a local hospice.

The Geoff Kitson Memorial Tournament, held at the Magnets Conmunity Sports Trust in Tadcaster on March 18, has raised a total of £545 for St Leonard's Hospice.

The event is held in memory of Geoff, who was a regular on the darts circuit in and around Tadcaster for many years of his life.

Geoff's son, John Kitson, said: "Attracting a record 48 entrants - we have been well supported by friends, families and local businesses - who are unwavering in their backing every year.

York Press: Players during the tournament in MarchPlayers during the tournament in March (Image: UGC)

"We had a cracking day of darts - and our efforts helped us raise £545 for St Leonard's Hospice."

Danny White was the overall winner of the tournament, whcih is held every year to raise money for charities.

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