CELEBRITIES are preparing to swing into action at a charity golf event in Gourock next week.

A host of famous faces such as former football stars John Hartson and Frank McAvennie will tee off at Gourock Golf Course on Monday for the annual Creditfix Charity Golf Day.

Other stars taking part in the event, which is in aid of the homelessness charity Shelter and the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, include TV presenter Gail Porter as well as football stars Rab Douglas, Andy Goram, Gary Harkins and Jim McAlister.

Organised by Greenock man Danny Knox, this is the second golfing extravaganza hosted by insolvency firms Creditfix and Carrington Dean and organisers hope to smash the previous fundraising total of £3,500 from last year’s event.

Danny, who works for Creditfix and is also a member at Gourock Golf Club, said: “Last year was an incredible day of stellar sportsmanship and generosity and we can’t wait to tee-off on the greens at Gourock Golf Club again.

“We’re thrilled to welcome celebrities such as John Hartson and Frank McAvennie as team captains this year and hope to raise a lot of money for two causes that make a real difference to those in need.”

Gourock professional Derek Watters says the club is thrilled to support such a fantastic charity golf day.

He said: "We are delighted to support the charity event that Danny has organised.

"The golf course is probably looking the best it has been in 15 to 20 years so we are really excited to bring so many celebrities and guests to the golf course.

"I hope they all enjoy the scenery, the hospitality and have a really good day and raise funds for the charities."

With top prizes for the winning team and individual players on offer as well as a two-course meal and beers for players after nine holes, the event is set to be a day not easy to 'fore-get'.

One of the star prizes up for grabs is £10k for a hole in one.

Entry costs £100 per four ball with players asked to arrive at Gourock Golf Club at 10.30am for a noon start.

For further information or to sign up email danny.knox@creditfix.co.uk