Elvis Presley fans could find out some of The King's intimate secrets if they take up an opportunity to grill a close member of his family.

Elvis's cousin, Donna Presley, has agreed to hold a question and answer session when she makes her first trip from Memphis to Brighton this summer.

The visit has been organised by Lee Dawson, who runs the Elvis Express fan club from his home in Queen's Park Road, Brighton.

Lee, who has been an Elvis admirer for more than 25 years, first got to know Donna a couple of years ago when the two started chatting over the internet.

Donna, whose mother was the sister of Elvis' father, offered to help with the club and became its honorary president.

She also invited Lee and his wife Lana for a visit.

The couple have twice stayed with Donna and her husband Buddy, a former security guard at Graceland.

Now Lee has decided to return the favour. The Presleys will be guests at a charity evening he has organised at The Metropole hotel in Brighton.

The event, on August 16, marks the 26th anniversary of Elvis's death and aims to raise £3,000 for the Chestnut Tree House, a children's hospice near Angmering.

During the evening, sponsored by Brighton firm Boss Security, fans will get their chance to quiz Donna on stage.

Lee said: "It will be a real treat for all the Elvis fans and Donna is really looking forward to seeing Brighton.

"She has told us Elvis would have been very pleased about the work we were doing for the Chestnut Tree House. He supported similar projects in Memphis and was legendary for his gifts to charity and especially to children."

Donna, 53, will visit the Chestnut Tree hospice on August 14. Later the same day, she will sign copies of her book, Elvis Precious Memories, at the Borders bookshop in Churchill Square, Brighton.

Borders has agreed to donate £3 from every copy of the book sold on August 14 and at the event on August 16 to the charity. To book tickets for Elvis 26, which cost £15, call Lee on 01273 386312.