A MOTHER and son are preparing for a South American trek to raise money for charity.
In October, Marjorie Sanderson, 56, and her son, Stephen, 23, will tackle the mountains of Machu Picchu, in South East Peru, South America, during a ten-day visit and raise money for Maggie's Cancer Caring Centres.
Marjorie, who lives with her husband Wilfred, 58, at Wear View, in Hunwick, Crook, said: "I have had a couple of cancer scares myself and I have lost people I love to cancer.
"It's a great cause, and I can't wait to go though I know some of my friends think I am barmy."
The two set off in October and can expect to spend several nights sleeping on the edge of cliffs in below freezing temperatures.
Marjorie and Stephen each must raise £3,000. The money will go to centres around the UK that care for people with cancer and their families.
To sponsor the pair, telephone (01388) 663461.
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