MINI superheroes swooped in to save the day when they waddled along Clacton seafront to raise funds in the fight against a deadly disease.

Representing caped crusaders such as Spider-man and Supergirl, nine toddlers and their parents took on the walk in aid of Meningitis Now.

The group raised £400 for the cause.

Organiser Rebecca Edgar, from Clacton, put on the event for the second year running.

She started her first Toddle Waddle in the name of her brother and nephew, who both contracted the disease before they reached the age of two.

"Thankfully they both survived with no lasting effects," said Rebecca. "They were incredibly lucky. This has made Meningitis Now a charity very close to our family’s hearts.

“I have always wanted to raise money for Meningitis, and now I have a toddler, I thought it was the best way to do it.

“I’m not a fan of bake sales, and don’t want to do a marathon. This was something my whole family could get involved in."

Kat Hollywell, Meningitis Now fundraising assistant, added: "“It just goes to show that on some occasions, superheroes really do wear capes.

“Thank you so much to all the children who took part, to their parents and to the organisers.

“This really was a superhuman effort and hopefully all the heroes will know that the funds they have raised will go to a great cause”.