I AM writing to encourage your readers to take part in the British Heart Foundation's (BHF) sponsored Walkabout UK to raise vital funds for the charity.

It encourages people to take part in a specially organised sponsored walk near them.

You don't have to be super-fit to take part - you just need motivation and a sense of good fun!

There are more than 150 walks around the UK, from April to October, set in the most beautiful countryside and park areas.

Money raised by Walkabout UK will help the BHF continue to fund heart research as well as education and to inform public and medical professionals about heart health.

For more information call 09066 56 55 54.

IAN BOTHAM

c/o British Heart Foundation