THE Thurrock Bellettes have shot into the nationals after entering a British Baton Twirling Sports Association competition.

The twirlers, aged four to 18, have 13 members and will be performing at the K2 Arena, in Crawley, onGood Friday, April 3.

Club leader Clare Jackman said: “It’s a very big achievement and I’m just so proud of all of them.”

The group is based in South Ockendon, practises at the Belhus Village Hall and is open to new members. For details email: buzzwoodybeau@sky.com