The 10th anniversary of a music fundraiser was marked with a tribute to its organiser.

It was a record-breaking year for Bridport's MusicAthon, having raised £2,274.06 - beating the fundraising target of £2,000.

Proceeds are to be split between the Richard Ely Trust for Young Musicians and Bridport Youth and Community Centre Trust.

The presentation started with a minute silence in memory of Jo O'Farrell, after which MusicAthon organiser Pat Crawford said: "This is a very sad and poignant occasion as we remember Jo, but it is also a time to celebrate what she has contribute to the Bridport community for many years, working tirelessly while constantly battling her health problems.

"She devoted her time, energy and determination to helping others, always showing vision and initiative, organisation and guidance."

Thanks were given to the groups and individuals that performed on the day, the Bridport Lions, Roz Copson, Richard Toft, Vince O'Farrell, Chris Bunney, the stewards, volunteers and the audience.

Bridport mayor, Cllr Barry Irvine, was invited to present the cheques to the charities, one of which, the Bridport Youth and Community Centre Trust, is one of his chosen charities for the year.

Cllr Irvine said: "I do pray and trust that the MusicAthon will continue, with Bridport lucky to have so many great organisations, it's good to be presenting cheques today."

Bridport Youth and Community Centre Trust chairman, Cllr Ros Kayes, commented on how Dorset County Council had cut services such as youth clubs across the county.

The trust now owns the hall, with groups, sporting teams and charities using the space.

Cllr Kayes said: "It's also home to a music studio, one of the things the generous donation will go towards. It was set up 15 years ago, and run on a shoestring budget.

"The gentleman who runs its does quite a lot of work, and works a lot with young people who have mental health problems."

The second cheque was donated to the Richard Ely Trust, that had previously helped Jo's daughter, Caitlin.

Christine Dipple chair of the trust, said: "Thank you very much for this. Music is not happening in school as much as it was, so thank god for the trust and the MusicAthon team."

Richard Ely, former chairman of the trust, added: "I want to add a personal thanks to everybody, not just for the money but for sheer joy. Jo's presence has been a guiding light in the whole thing - she was a lovely person and I shall cherish all she did for the trust.

"I hope the MusicAthon acts a permanent tribute to Jo."