170 pairs of little legs raced for life in the first ever 'Little Legs for Life' event at Caterham School on Sunday 6th June.

A child who had been touched by cancer had an idea which developed into the unique sponsored walk/run for children.

The idea inspired Caterham resident, Jane Warner, who together with a Croydon team of volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure the Caterham Little Legs for Life event was a fun and exciting day to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

Jane said: "I know first hand how cancer can impact people’s lives. Children want to contribute to putting an end to the devastation this disease causes in a way that enables them to have fun and really feel they are making a difference.

"We would like to thank all the schools in the area for being so supportive. We  are hoping to raise around £10,000 for Cancer Research UK, and thank everyone who turned up and gave their support to such a worthy charity. Without the commitment of the general public it would not be possible to fund vital research and continue the enormous progress made so far."

For further information about Cancer Research UK's work to find out how to support the charity, please call 08701 60 20 40 or visit www.cancerresearchuk.org.uk .