RUNNERS are being invited to join a loony resident set to bounce his way round a five-mile course for charity.

The Monster Raving Loony Party member Lord Toby Jug will not only trigger the starting gun for the eighth Harvel Harriers five-mile run he will be completing the trail by space hopper.

Money raised at the event will be given to the Vigo Youth and Community Forum, which is trying to raise £100,000 to build a play area and refurbish its youth club.

Lord Jug, of High View, Vigo, said: "I did this a few years ago in Wales but was blown off course by a strong wind and fell into a pub."

He added: "I am determined to finish this one."

The race begins in Harvel Village and will go through Vigo Village and back again to Harvel.

Entry to the June 3 race, which starts at 2pm, costs £7.

For more information about the race, call Kevin Barry on 07900 244669.