A HOSPICE caring for sick children is calling out for volunteers to help them support runners a 170-miles run next month.

The Reebok Ragnar White Cliffs will be coming through Sussex on September 23.

Teams of ten will take on the relay, starting in Kent and the coming through Rye, Hastings and Eastbourne before the finish line in Brighton.

Each teammate will take turns to run three times, with each three to 11 mile length varying in difficulty.

Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice, based near Arundel, has been chosen as the local charity parner.

The charity will be taking over the exchange point at Eastbourne Sports Park on the Sunday morning.

It is looking for people to come along to support and cheer on the runners as they take on the final part of the challenge.

Evie White from Chestnut Tree House said: “There was such a great atmosphere at last year’s event.

“All the runners said what a difference our volunteers made, spurring them on to the final part of the 24-hour relay.

We have 16 teams taking part in Ragnar and raising money for Chestnut Tree House this year so we would love to see even more volunteers this year.

“If anyone can spare a few hours on the Sunday morning to come down to the Sports Park then please get in touch.”

Chestnut Tree House cares for 300 children, 60 of whom are in East Sussex, all of whom are unlikely to reach adulthood.

As well as their purpose-built hospice building near Arundel, its nursing team visit families at home, taking children out to explore their local community or simply giving tired families and carers the chance to take a well-earned break.

If you would like to volunteer at the event call 01323 725095 or email events@chestnut-tree-house.org.uk