THERE will be a stop-off in Worcester for a charity manager embarking on a huge solo cycle challenge spanning over 1,000 miles.

Steve Scarsbrook, charity manager at Spencer Contact, is travelling from Land's End to John O'Groats, with a pit stop in Worcester, and aims to raise funds for families in crisis.

Mr Scarsbrook is hoping to raise an impressive £10,000 in charitable donations in a journey planned to end on May 11.

His efforts are in celebration of the charity's 25-year anniversary.

Spencer Contact, based in Northamptonshire, provides pre-loved furniture, household items and clothing to families who have fallen on hard times.

Worcester News: Steve is raising money for Spencer Contact

Mr Scarsbrook said: "This is by far the biggest fundraiser we have ever organised in our whole 25-year history.

"And we have an ambitious £10,000 fundraising target to hit, which is huge for a small charity like ours."

His efforts have received a wave of support, with fundraising to date amounting to more than £1,800.

Businesses such as Steele & Bray, Blinds Corner, JRP Build, Klever Kitchen Co and even The Mayor of Northampton are backing the cause.

Pitching in on her husband's heroic ride, his wife Esther said: "We have been overwhelmed by the support so far, but we have a long way to go to reach our target."

She also said: "Steve will be doing all the hard work using pedal power, but I will be there supporting him.

"It is a challenge of a lifetime for a really worthwhile cause."

Money accrued through Mr Scarsbrook's efforts goes straight into aiding families who are coping with distressing circumstances.

Mr Scarsbrook said: "Any money we raise will go directly back to supporting families in some of the saddest situations imaginable, some with literally nothing."

His complicated route will meander through B roads, canal paths, and unused railway lines.

Supporters are encouraged to cheer him on as he traverses from the southwest to the northeast.

To back Steve's efforts and contribute to Spencer Contact, visit: https://www.givey.com/spencercontactlejog24.

You can also follow updates on the Spencer Contact Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

For more information on Spencer Contact, visit: https://spencercontact.com/.