Registration has opened for a 10-mile charity moonlight walk in Stoke-on-Trent.

Local hospice, Douglas Macmillan (Dougie Mac), will be running a Moonlight Walk on Friday 19 June this year, and "hundreds of supporters are expected to take part".

Walkers will set off from St Peter's Academy, in Fenton, at 10pm and complete the 10-mile route under the stars before returning to St Peter's in the early hours of the morning.

Deborah Vickers, Head of Business and Events Fundraising, said: "Our Moonlight Walk is a really popular, fun event that brings people together to support their local hospice.

"We'll meet at St Peter's Academy, Fenton from 8.30pm, where our walkers will be greeted by an entertainment stage with live music, refreshment stands and a glitter station. There will then be a short warm up before it's time to hit the streets at 10pm.

"While our Moonlight Walk is a really fun, lively event, many of our walkers will be taking part in memory of a loved one who has been cared for by Dougie Mac, which also makes the walk really special.

"As part of the route there's an opportunity to stop at the Moonlight Gardens at out Adult Services in Blurton and our Children and Young Adults Services in Trentham."

Dougie Mac are now encouraging supporters to sign up before the end of February through the Early Bird registration for £12, with a commitment to getting sponsored and raising money for Dougie Mac.

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For those who would like to take part but are unable to commit to raising sponsorship, there is a non-fundraising entry of £35.

Everyone who enters will receive a Moonlight Walk T-shirt to wear on the night, as well as a medal when they cross the finish line.

Deborah added: "Funds raised will help us provide our specialist care services to local adults, young adults and children living with life-limiting illnesses in Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire and the surrounding areas, as well as offering support to their families and carers."

Registration for Dougie Mac's Moonlight Walk is now open and can be found on the Dougie Mac website here.