The editor of The Argus will attempt to walk the entire length of the South Downs Way to raise money for The Argus Appeal.

Michael Beard, pictured, has nowpassed his sponsorship target of £1,000 which will go towards the hundreds of causes supported by the Argus Appeal.

The six-day walk starts today in Winchester and finished on Sunday at Beachy Head.

The Argus Appeal supports the relief of sickness, poverty, hardship and provides benefits for the lonely, needy, elderly and underprivileged, plus children and other persons considered appropriate by the trustees in the Sussex area.

To support Michael go to the website http://tinyurl.com/obywx9j.

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