A WIRRAL grandad's cancer battle inspired a scout group to donate funds raised from a sponsored bike to the hospital where he is being treated.

The youngsters from Dee Sea Scout Group in Little Neston, cycled from Neston to Thurstaston and back, a journey of 10.6 miles, for their annual Jamboree On The Trail (JOTT).

Their efforts raised an impressive £1,809 for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity.

They decided to turn the miles into money after scout Charlie Mealor's grandad Fred Bushell was diagnosed with cancer stage four prostate cancer that had already spread to his pelvis and spine.

Fred, from Parkgate, was treated at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre and the whole family was overwhelmed by the kindness of staff and the care and treatment he received.

Charlie, 10, and Fred, 73, love riding their bikes together so Charlie suggested that proceeds from the Jamboree On The Trail went to Clattebridge Cancer Charity.

Fred said: "I'm very proud of my grandson for initiating this fundraising for The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

"It wouldn't have happened had I not been diagnosed with cancer and the money raised will now go to help other people at this fantastic facility.

"I am very grateful for the care I have received and will continue to receive.

"We are very lucky to have The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre on our doorstep."

Fred has now finished his chemotherapy and returns to Clatterbridge for check-ups and will be closely monitored, as his cancer had already spread.

Elspeth Wilson, fundraising manager for The Clatterbridge Cancer Charity, said: "It's been such a pleasure getting to know Charlie, his mum, Catherine, Fred and all the Dee Sea Cubs.

"They really welcomed me to their Tuesday meeting and were so interested to hear more about how their donations would help local cancer patients.

"I'd like to say a huge congratulations to Charlie and his fellow Dee Sea Cubs for completing their JOTT in aid of the charity.

"It's thanks to their support that we’ll be able to take one step closer to transforming cancer care across the region."