The daughter of popular headteacher Mark Condron will take part in a mammoth challenge to mark 10 years since his death.

Mr Condron, of Tallentire near Cockermouth, was well known throughout West Cumbria as he was headteacher at St Joseph's in Workington before moving to Whitehaven's St Benedict's. He was also the conductor of award-winning Dearham Band.

His death at the age of 47 shocked the community with more than 600 people turning up at his funeral.

His daughter, Clare, is now training to take part in next month's Great North Run.

She is raising money for Hospice at Home West Cumbria as the charity supported the family at the end of his two-year fight against cancer.

"Caring for my dad at home meant he passed away in his home, surrounded by his family and we could all be together in our home. This gave us great peace," said Clare, who now lives at Appleby.

"The Hospice at Home nurses almost fell into the back ground at times. They were there to care for my dad and were there when we needed their support but gave us space and time when we needed that as well.

"I am not a regular runner so this will be a huge challenge for me," she said. "Although I have been into sports for a long time, mainly playing rugby, I have never been a runner."

As part of her "difficult training" Clare ran the Liverpool half marathon in April.

The 26-year-old, who works at Center Parcs as the Green Room and Events Manager, said if her dad were alive today, he would be proud of all four of his children.

"We have grown up and became independent, but still remain a close, loving family," she said. "My mum, Liz, is also doing amazing things as always!

"He would be proud of the people we have become and I'm sure would have achieved more himself should he have had the time."

As well as marking 10 years since her dad's death, Clare said it's an important year as the charity will be celebrating its 30 year anniversary.

To sponsor Clare visit: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/clare-condron1