THE London marathon is looming large for one Alcester woman.

Lynda Loomes will be taking part in the marathon for the third time on Sunday April 13 for the Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity.

Mrs Loomes, who started her rigorous training schedule before Christmas, said: "I'm not looking to break any track records apart from beating the £2,000 I raised last year - I've always reached my target."

Anyone who wants to sponsor Mrs Loomes can call her on 765156.