Jonny Regan was back in Peterlee Fire Station at the weekend, supporting a children's charity.

The NSPCC, which is the fire station's chosen charity, hosted the fundraising event. And firefighter Jonny relaxed as he mingled with his colleagues - with girlfriend Joanne Llewellyn by his side.

He is on the charity committee at the station and has helped to raise thousands for the NSPCC in the past, in particular for the recent Full Stop campaign, which aims to cut down on violence to children.

Charity workers revealed that he could be taking part in a 700-mile fundraising bike ride across France in May.

If he takes part, he is set to be filmed by Channel 4 as a follow-up to the Big Brother programme.

Dave Hunter, NSPCC community appeals manager for the region, said: "The lads at Peterlee are some of the most enthusiastic fundraisers I have ever come across. They are so keen.

"We hope that Jonny will continue doing some fundraising for us. Certainly, before he went into the house he was very supportive."