SLIMMERS will be putting their best feet forward to raise funds for Cancer Research UK.

The Slimming World groups from Yeadon and Guiseley will walk 5k around Yeadon Tarn in aid of the life-saving charity.

The public are being asked to come along to the event - from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, September 1 - to cheer the walkers on and to join in with the fundraising. The event will include a raffle, with prizes donated by local businesses.

The slimmers have been raising money all month by being sponsored for their daily step count. They will now round off their Walk All Over Cancer campaign with a celebratory group walk at Yeadon Tarn.

Weight loss consultants Debbie Mercer and Sarah Bent say the event aims to raise awareness of the links between keeping a healthy weight and reducing the risk of cancer.

They said: “We are sure our members will inspire more people to get active and improve their health, while also helping raising awareness of the links between obesity and cancer. The money raised will go towards an amazing cause – one our members feel very passionate about – helping to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research.”

For more information about the campaign contact Debbie Mercer on 07581 563157 or Sarah Bent on 07540 436024.