TWO cyclists from Worcestershire plan to go the extra mile to raise funds for a children's charity.

Mark Griffiths, of Whitewood Close, Whittington, Worcester, and 41-year-old Mark Sorrell, of Birch Avenue, Tolladine, Worcester, plan to cycle 991 miles from Land's End to John O' Groats to raise £5,000 for the NSPCC - a charity dedicated to protecting children.

Mr Griffiths, aged 38, said: "We are hoping to complete the ride in 19 days. We were inspired to fund-raise for the NSPCC after reading a report which highlighted the plight of children in the UK."

The pair hope to embark on the challenge on Friday, May 25.

To sponsor them visit: www.justgiving. co.uk/ MandMCycleBritain The NSPCC is also looking for volunteers to participate in its Big Bike Ride fund-raising drive over the weekend of Friday, June 29. For details visit www.nspcc. org.uk/bigbikeride or e-mail bigbikeride @nspcc.org.uk