SCOOTER enthusiast David Ormerod launches an ambitious attempt to raise hundreds of pounds for Darlington Memorial Hospital today.

The 44-year-old, from Darlington, is embarking on a coast-to-coast trek from Morecambe to Whitby to boost funds for the special care baby unit.

He is tackling the journey on a 50cc Piaggio Zip scooter, which has been provided by the White Brothers motorcycle firm, of Darlington.