Policeman's charity cycling bid

Pc Matthew McQuaid will cover some 365 miles on his trip

A police officer is planning to cycle to every police station across the Avon and Somerset force area for charity.

Pc Matthew McQuaid from Bristol starts on Monday from Minehead police station, and will cycle to all 39 stations over five days, covering 365 miles (587km).

He is raising money for Hop Skip and Jump, a respite centre for children with special needs in Kingswood.

Pc McQuaid said: "After six months training, I am really looking forward to my journey."

He added: "The Hop Skip and Jump centre provides a safe haven for children, where they can happily play and have fun, giving parents some much-needed respite and support."