Fundraisers hot-footed it over burning coals at a charity event.

Nine people took part in the challenge to raise money for the Worthing Churches Homeless Projects.

The coal walkers made more than £1,400 during the evening at Worthing Rugby Club.

Sue Stevens, 46, PR and fundraising manager at the charity, said: “It was extraordinary.

“You could feel the heat coming off it.

“But actually, even though it felt warm when I walked over them, it didn’t hurt.”

The charity, which works to provide shelter and support for homeless people, needs more than £1.1 million a year to keep going.

Sue said: “We are always trying to think of unique and fun ways of getting people involved and raising money.”

For more information or to make a donation, visit www.wchp.org.uk