CLUBGOERS have united to raise money for the family of a teenager killed in a road accident.

Club Rac in Farnworth held the fundraising evening in memory of 13-year-old Carla Bate who died following the crash on August 8.

Bar staff, DJs and door supervisors volunteered to work for free on the night to stump up cash for the teenager's devastated family.

The accident has shocked the Farnworth community and the venue was packed with people wanting to pay tribute to the youngster.

Staff sold football cards for £1 and a collection was held on the night for donations.

Carla died earlier this month when she was hit by a sports car at the junction of Albert Road and Longcauseway, Farnworth. She had been standing on the pavement with her friend when a Toyota MR2 mounted the kerb and hit them.

Leanne Keegan, also aged 13, suffered serious head and pelvic injuries and is recovering in hospital.

The evening also welcomed a campaigner from national charity RoadPeace who are fighting to reduce road casualties.

Posters were put up inside the club and leaflets were available.

Clare Topcu, owner of the Market Street club, has agreed to become an associate member of the organisation.

The idea emerged through Radcliffe campaigner Allan Ramsay who was himself nearly killed in 1991 when he was struck by a piece of protruding metal from a passing lorry.

This summer, Club Rac was granted a 4am licence by licensing bosses at Bolton Council.

The extended hours allows workers at other pubs and bars in Farnworth to go and relax after their shifts finish.

Steven Lewis, aged 35, of Westland Avenue, Farnworth, has appeared in court accused of causing the death by dangerous driving of the schoolgirl.

He is also charged with failing to stop at the scene of an accident and failing to provide a breath specimen. He is due to appear again at Bolton Crown Court on October 15 for a plea and direction hearing.