WEAR Valley swimmers will help to raise money for cancer charities next month.

The pool at Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex, in Bishop Auckland, is one of 500 across the UK taking part in the BT Swimathon, from March 21 to 24.

To enter, log on to the website www.btswimathon.com or call a free hotline on 0800 731 7316. Entry forms are also available at the Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex reception, telephone Anthony Hird on (10388) 602557.