Hundreds of motorbiking Santas will ride through Devon and Cornwall to raise money for charity.

The event, which takes place on Saturday, December 7, will see bikers dressed as Father Christmas travel from Lee Mill Industrial Estate to the Little Harbour children's hospice in St Austell.

It is in aid of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) and will pass through Ivybridge, Saltash, Liskeard, Lostwithiel, and St Austell.

The bikers can gather at Lee Mill from 11am, and members of the public are welcome to join and support the bikers as they arrive.

Spectators can watch the bikers along the route but are asked not to come to the finish at Little Harbour due to space.

(Image: CHSW) Organisers said: "We’re expecting dozens of Santas riding bikes covered in festive decorations and we cannot wait.

"Please spread the word, invite your friends, and support your local children’s hospice – let’s make this the biggest and best year ever.

"All bikes, trikes, and quads are welcome, and the ride is fully L-plate friendly.

"Don’t worry if you’ve not attended a group ride before, you’ll be made very welcome.

"The route will be fully marshalled so you won't get lost.

"The ride takes place entirely on open public roads so all bikes should be road legal and all normal road rules apply."

(Image: CHSW) Last year's event raised ÂŁ6,000 for CHSW, which supports around 130 local families at its Little Harbour hospice.

Annabel Roberts, area fundraiser for CHSW, added: "The bikers’ fabulous fundraising, and the awareness raised, helps us to continue to offer a light in the dark to families with children with life-limiting conditions - not just over Christmas but 365 days a year."

More information about this event can be found at www.santasonabike.org.uk/plymouth.