RUNNERS in the Bicester area have been encouraged to join this year's BBC Sports Relief Mile event.

People can chose to run, or walk, a one-, three- or six-mile route - but places are limited so it is important to sign up early.

The Bicester event starts from the Wyevale Garden Centre, in Bicester Avenue, on Sunday, March 16.

All funds raised go to helping vulnerable young people living tough lives in the UK and in the world's poorest countries.

For information visit www.sportsrelief.com/themile