A CHARITY shop manager will lead by example by taking part in a sponsored walk in aid of the Imperial Cancer Research Fund.

Shirley Boyle, manager of the Imperial Cancer shop in Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, Teesside, will join her husband for a seven-mile trek from Middlesbrough to Billingham on Saturday.

While Mrs Boyle is no stranger to fundraising, she was especially keen to take part in the event because it coincides with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which the shop is supporting.

She hopes to raise at least £70 through the walk, which is just one of many fundraising activities throughout October