John Woods is getting on his bike for his now annual fundraising effort for the Dorothy House hospice.

Woods, who won his own battle against cancer in 2006, has raised thousands of pounds for the charity with two half-marathon runs, but this year has decided on a sponsored cycle ride. On Sunday Woods will be joined by work-mate Gary Blackmore for a 75-mile ride along the towpath of the Kennet and Avon Canal from Devizes to Bristol and a trip around the city.

Anyone wishing to sponsor the two men can contact Woods on 07941725740 or Blackmore on 07877169909.