A couple from King's Somborne are on the trip of a lifetime to raise money for charity.

Bethan (37) and Charlie Bennett-Lloyd (42) started out in September to cycle from the southern tip of South America to the Equator.

They hope to raise £20,000 for the Stroke Association after a relative of a friend died of a stroke.

At the time of writing, Bethan and Charlie were in the Atacama Desert, seeking a way to Bolivia before heading for Peru.

Bethan's father, Guy Clift, of Denmead, said: "They are both in good spirits.

"Everywhere they have been they have encountered friendliness and goodwill. The Argentinians in particular impressed them with their kindness and generosity."

* For more on the Stroke Association and to keep up to date with the adventure, visit the website: www.spokesforstrokes.com.