Porthleven Town Council, Surfers Against Sewage, Porthleven Community School and Pants Matters have all benefited from a recent £2,600 donation from a local party organisation.

Masked Ball Productions, organisers of the annual Porthleven Masked Ball, have said they donated the money as a way of giving something back to local people.

Kelvin Batt, of The Masked Ball said: “Although we use local businesses wherever possible in putting on our events, we felt that it would be good to give something to people who do not benefit directly from the ball.”

The Masked Ball at Porthleven saw more than 3,000 revellers - many in fancy dress - party the night away to top national acts as well as many local bands and DJs.

Kelvin added: “There is an impact on Porthleven with the ball and so it’s our way of saying thanks to the local community.”

Porthleven Town Council was handed £1,000 to spend as it pleased. Town councillors are still mooting suggestions as to how the money should be spent; with one idea to furnish the town play park with more benches.

Cornwall and Porthleven Town councillor Andrew Wallis said: “I think it’s always nice for the wider community to benefit from an event. A donation of this size is always welcomed.”

Pete Lewis, fundraiser at Surfers Against Sewage, said: “We really appreciate the help of Masked Ball Productions. This will make a valuable contribution to our campaign.”

Porthleven Community Primary School also received funding towards much needed IT equipment as part of their circus skills fundraising efforts.

Leigh Yates, member of Porthleven Community Primary School parent teacher association, said: “It’s absolutely fantastic that The Masked Ball are prepared to spend money locally as well as support local initiatives.”