CHELMSFORD pastor James Bell will undertake the Beat the Brecons challenge to help raise funds for a new fire and emergency support vehicle for the Red Cross.

James, the Youth Pastor at Tile Kiln Church, in Robin Way, with a group of volunteers, will take on marathon distances of mountain biking, mountain hiking and canoeing along the River Wye inWales.

Those wishing to donate to James’ cause can do so at www.justgiving.com/jamesbe11