This summer teams of fundraisers for Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw will embark on a new challenge in the North Lakes.

On Saturday August 7 the local charity will host its first 'Bikes, Boats, Boots Challenge' at Ullswater and Helvellyn providing a scenic backdrop to the fundraising event.

Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw are currently searching for fundraisers to join the action-packed day which will include cycling, canoeing, and hiking.

Eleanor Viney, Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw Fundraising Manager, said: “We are really excited to be hosting this wonderful challenge in the beautiful Lake District.

"We know that so many people enjoy exploring the lakes, fells and mountains in our home county, but this event will offer new and exciting ways to explore the landscape and challenge themselves this summer."

The day is made up of five stages, encompassing the three different ways to travel.

During the Bikes, Boats, Boots Challenge all fundraisers will complete a total of 30 miles cycling, a two mile canoe on Ullswater and a round trip of six miles hiking to the 726 metre summit of Helvellyn.

Eleanor added: “Whether people enter as a team of four, a couple or individually we can guarantee a brilliant day of adventure and fundraising. Throughout the day, you will work as a team of four fantastic fundraisers supporting local people with life limiting illnesses.”

The money raised by each fundraiser taking part will help Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw to provide the highest standards of specialist care and compassion to people battling debilitating illnesses.

This care, compassion and comforting hand to hold is extended to all the patients’ families, friends and carers.

For over 30 years the support of the local community has helped to build the hospice, purchase specialist equipment and provide vital care to local people. Every donation helps the people in need.

Registration for the Bikes, Boats, Boots event is now open.

£50 per person with a Minimum Donation Amount of £375, the hospice also has a Self-Funded Registration Fee of £225 with no minimum Donation.

To find out more about the challenge visit: www.edenvalleyhospice.org, www.jigsawhospice.org or contact the Fundraising Team on 01228 810801.