A simple fundraising idea at a Silsden hardware shop is helping to raise money for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice while giving old tennis balls a new lease of life.
Whitakers Hardware, on Kirkgate in Silsden, has been selling pre-loved tennis balls donated by Cross Hills Tennis Club for 50p each, with all proceeds going towards supporting the care provided by Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.
The initiative has proved popular with local dog owners, with the recycled tennis balls finding a second use while helping to raise funds for the Oxenhope-based hospice.
Michael and Julie Whitaker, who run Whitakers Hardware, said the fundraiser was inspired by their own experience of the care provided by Manorlands.
They said:
"We are always happy to raise money for Manorlands as we'll never forget the wonderful care given to my Dad there over ten years ago.
"This latest fundraising idea is in partnership with Cross Hills Tennis Club and, in particular, Helen Kempster, who brings tennis balls to our shop that are no longer needed.
"It's a popular enterprise with local dog owners!
"Many thanks to everyone involved for supporting the cause."
Sue Ryder Manorlands thanked Whitakers Hardware, Cross Hills Tennis Club and everyone who has supported the initiative, saying the fundraising effort will help the charity continue providing expert palliative care and support for people living with life-limiting illnesses and their families across the region.
The tennis balls remain available to purchase from Whitakers Hardware in Silsden for 50p each, with every sale contributing to the charity's work.

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