MEMBERS of Prescot Walking Group are preparing to go the distance with an immense relay spanning 85 miles between Horseshoe Falls, Llangollen and Waterloo Bridge, Runcorn.

The walk, held across the weekend of June 10-12, will take place along canal towpaths with a baton handed on at each intersection.

Amongst them will be avid walker David Hunter, who intends on walking all 85 miles in one stint. n Call 01744 8