After a charity 70’s night, over £1,000 has been presented to a cause close to the hearts of people, especially in Ilkeston.

A 70’s disco night held in April raised £1,052, which will go towards the Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) charity.

CRY is supported by the family of David Pollard, who died in January from a mystery heart condition.

As a result they hope to raise awareness of hidden heart problems in the young.

And at the disco night, many of 18-year-old David’s friends were among the 260 people who turned up at Kirk Hallam Social Club to unite in support of the charity which aims to make sure all children are screened in school.

The disco is an annual event, which is held in support of a nominated charity and this year’s popular night raised £1052 for CRY.

David’s parents, Ross and Susan, of Elvedon Drive, were approached by old friend and organiser of the event, Clive Smith, for their consent to hold the disco in memory of David while gathering support and raising awareness of the charity.

On the same night, Clive announced the fundraiser will be dedicated to CRY every year in the future.

Much of the organising was done by Clive and Laura Sisson and others demonstrated their generosity to make the night a success.

Terry Vincent, the owner of Lifestyle Windows, made a gener­ous donation and DJ Tim Rowe provided the music all night free of charge. Alan Syson also printed the tickets for free.

And just weeks later Clive presented the cheque for £1,052 to David’s family, who say the money will go towards research into Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Clive, a builder, said: “The night was fantastic.

"I'll help anyone if I can. It’s all about raising money for good causes. You put time in but the joy you get is worth it.”

Money from a sponsored car wash and from the contributions of a Premiership footballer , Steven Gerrard, will also go to the charity.

Pictured right, Clive Smith and Laura Sisson with the cheque for £1,052 which was donated to the Cardiac Risk in the Young charity

Left, David Pollard, whose sudden death inspired many people to support fundraising events for the CRY charity.