A trainee reporter is set to run her first marathon in aid of a children’s charity.

Eastbourne Herald journalist India Wentworth, pictured, will take on the Yorkshire Marathon this month.

India will undertake the challenge to raise funds for the Honeypot Children’s Charity is the only group in the United Kingdom that provides continuous support for young carers aged between five and 12-years-old.

The marathon takes place in York on 17 October.

Explaining her charity of choice, India told the Herald: “I wanted to shine a light on children who give up their childhood to look after their loved ones.”

She added: “In school I ran cross country, but I’d never done more than a 10k.

“When lockdown hit, gyms shut and dance classes were cancelled so I took up running.”

India, who ran a half-marathon in July, completed her longest training run, 20 miles, last Sunday.

She will now reduce her mileage until the marathon takes place.

She said: “It’s been a massive challenge with knee issues along the way, but I can’t wait to get on that start line now.”

To donate to India’s cause, click here.