A total of 26 players, aged between eight and nearly 80, took part in the round-the-clock challenge to raise money for The Hummingbird Centre, which supports people affected by cancer.

The event took place at the centre’s headquarters in Launton, near Bicester, starting at 8pm on Friday, April 10, and finishing at 8pm the following evening.

Ian Critchley, one of the organisers from Fritwell Table Tennis Club, said: “What a brilliant event.

“It even got a bit competitive at times, though the scoring went a bit awry in the middle of the night.

“Overall, it was really good fun and there was a lot of laughter from the beginning to end.”

Paul Harris, a trustee of The Hummingbird Centre, said the event brought people together.

He said: “We had many supporters, friends and family pop in and say hello.

“Some had never heard of the centre before, but came along after hearing about the challenge to take part and show their support.”

The Hummingbird Centre has supported thousands of people since it opened in 2014.

It relies entirely on donations and volunteers to provide its services, which include therapy, counselling, and activities for guests.

Donations are still being accepted.

To donate, visit: www.justgiving.com/page/hbc-ttchallenge.

The incident occurred in a residential garden in Elm Grove, Brize Norton, on Thursday, April 16 at about 3.30am.

Thames Valley Police said a group of men ‘wearing hooded clothing’ were spotted trying to get into the garden, but it was not clear why.

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A spokesperson for the force said: “Residents are advised that a suspicious incident has been reported on Elm Grove.

“On Thursday, April 16, at 3.30am, a group of males wearing hooded clothing were seen attempting to access a garden.

The attempted break-in was in Elm Grove, Brize Norton (Image: Google)

“At this stage, it is unclear whether they were intending to target a shed or gain entry to the house itself.

“Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any further suspicious activity, especially individuals checking doors, gates, or looking into gardens.

“Please check your CCTV to see if you captured anything as it’s suspected a vehicle was parked near by.

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“If you have any further information please contact police on 101 and quote 43260183823.”

Advise was issued to secure homes by taking steps like locking all doors and windows, even when at home or in the garden, keeping keys out of site and consider installing CCTV to capture activity.

Motion sensor lighting, alarms for overnight or periods when the house is empty and making homes look occupied is also recommended.

The incident occurred on Drayton Road, near NOA’s Ark Nursery and North Oxfordshire Academy in Banbury, at about 4pm on Friday, April 17.

Police said no arrests have so far been made but the incident is being investigated as indecent exposure.

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A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said: “We are investigating an exposure incident in Banbury.

“A man was seen exposing himself on Drayton Road at around 4pm on Friday. No arrests have been made at this time.

“Anyone with information should call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43260187072.

“Alternatively, provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”

NOA’s Ark Nursery and North Oxfordshire Academy share a site in Drayton Road, and are both operated by United Learning.