A WEEKEND of Big Brother, car park camping and darts at a Swindon pub has netted £7,000 for the Asian Tsunami Appeal.

The fundraising event took place at the Swiss Chalet pub on Chapel Street at the weekend.

John Honeyman, landlord at the Arkell's pub, said: "It was truly amazing at how everyone got involved and we also had fantastic support from the Advertiser, which really helped raise the profile and bump up the amount of money raised."

Winner of the 'Big Bruvva' competition was Kevin Harrington, 29, of Bride Street in Gorse Hill.

He said "I was brought in as a last minute replacement and only had a short time in which to raise £100 sponsorship money required by 'Big Bruvva' to enter the 'house'."

John Honeyman said Kevin deserved his win and kept everyone entertained.

"He's a great guy, a real character and deserved the win."

Another highlight from the weekend were the car park campers, who raised £1,800, but John says that everyone who took part deserves praise.