THE owner of a city furniture store is set to swap the comfort of his contemporary furniture for a bike saddle.

Jonathan Macmillan, who owns Insitu in Friar Street, will be pedalling 490 miles from the southern to the northern tip of Ireland over the course of seven days to raise money for Acorns Children's Hospice.

Mr Macmillan and four of his old school friends decided to take the challenge as they are all approaching their 50th birthdays.

"I am a keen cyclist and take part in off-road mountain-biking regularly," Mr Macmillan said.

"But I am still recovering from a broken leg after I fell off in February so this challenge will be extra tough."

To sponsor Mr Macmillan call him on 01905 613515, e-mail enquiries@insitufurnitu re.co.uk or visit www.justgiving.com/jonmac