A DOG show and fete are just two of the attractions planned for a running event to raise funds and awareness for testicular cancer.

Michael Skilbeck was inspired to stage the event by his stepfather, who survived testicular cancer 10 years ago.

In February, the Evening News reported how Mr Skilbeck hoped the men-only event would be as popular as the annual Women's Race For Life, which has attracted thousands of runners.

Since the article Mr Skilbeck has received more than 200 phone calls from interested people. Nunnery High School, Worcester, even offered to hold a non-uniform day to help boost funds.

All money raised will go to Cancer Reseach UK's work into testicular cancer.

"When Race For Life finishes each year, people taking part have nothing to do afterwards, so I thought it would be a good idea to put on a fete and a dog show after my event," said Mr Skilbeck, aged 21.

"Families can enter any breed or cross-breed of dog for the dog show.

"We will have categories for the waggiest tale, the best trick, and the dog that most looks like its owner.

"They have been most helpful," said Mr Skilbeck, of Haines Avenue, Warndon Villages, Worcester.

"I'd like to say thank you to anyone else who has helped so far, especially the Virgin Tavern, Tolladine Road, which has raised almost £200 over the last few weeks for testicular cancer."

Mr Skilbeck, who lives with his wife Kellie and has a four-month-old son called Cole, said the race was called Mencan because men can get cancer, men can run the race and men can get over cancer.

He said memorabilia such as a signed football from Worcester City Football Club and a signed cricket bat from Worcester Cricket Club would also be raffled off on the day.

The race will be held at Nunnery Wood Sports Centre running track and woods on Sunday, July 27, at 2pm.

Any companies or sponsors who are interesting in donating prizes for raffles on the day, or anyone who wishes to enter the race, should ring Mr Skilbeck on 01905 613209.