A CHARITY has had a cash boost thanks to a couple who pushed a wheelchair-bound entrant in the Great North Run.

Carl and Brenda Bray, from Knayton near Thirsk, raised £725 for the Wilf Ward Family Trust after pushing Sharon Hewson around the Tyneside half-marathon.

The charity, which provides services and support for people with learning and physical disabilities throughout North Yorkshire, will benefit greatly from the donation.

Carl, 60, and Brenda, 68, presented the cheque to the trust's chief executive, Richard Pacey, who said: "It is a marvellous achievement and we are very grateful for all their hard work. Their achievement is very impressive and the money will be put to good use."

The couple are carers for 25-year-old Sharon, who uses the trust's facilities. The generous donation was raised from family and friends.

Carl said: "The atmosphere on the day was superb but it was really hard work pushing Sharon round.

"The other runners gave us lots of encouragement and it was great to eventually finish."