Having changed their lifestyle and lost weight, Lynne Helliwell and her friends are no longer allowing anything to hold them back.

Failsworth-based Lynne, a Cambridge Weight Plan consultant in the Oldham area, said: "Four years ago I lost six stone using the Cambridge Weight Plan.

"I am now a consultant with an office in Chadderton and one in Ashton.                

"I have maintained my weight since 2014 and I'm now taking part in this charity event,

"We have raised £7,000 so far.

"On Friday I'll be going down a 100mph zipwire.

"I wouldn't have done that six stone heavier, but I am now confident enough to take part in the event."