Walkers are being encouraged to don spa robes for a good cause.
The first-ever Robe-a-thon, taking place in Suffolk, will raise funds for Cancer Support Suffolk and is organised in partnership with Riverhills Health Club & Spa.
The 5K walk will take place on Monday, October 12, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Participants will start at 11am, gathering on the lawn outside Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich from 10.30am.
The route will take walkers past Cancer Support Suffolk on St Margarets Street before ending at Riverhills Health Club in Bramford.
Dave Courteen, managing director of Riverhills and the charity’s ambassador, said: "I’m extremely proud to be an Ambassador for Cancer Support Suffolk.
"We asked the team at Riverhills to come up with unique suggestions of ways we can fundraise for the important work done by this local cancer charity.
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"The Riverhills Robe-a-thon is a great way for local people to get involved in a fun way! This is just the first in a series of fundraising challenges and events we have planned."
Each walker is asked to donate £10 to take part and is encouraged to seek additional sponsorship.
All funds raised will support the charity’s services for people living with cancer in Suffolk.
Mark Murphy MBE, chief executive of Cancer Support Suffolk, said: "We are excited to partner with the Riverhills team to make this event a reality.
"The Robe-a-thon is going to be a really fun event to take part in. The money raised on the day will enable us to continue the range of FREE services we offer."
Walkers will receive a medal and a hot drink upon finishing, with lunch available for purchase at Riverhills.
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