EXCITEMENT is mounting as fundraisers warm up ahead of tonight's six mile charity trek.

People dressed in colourful clothes have gathered at Whitehaven's Tesco store to take part in Hospice at Home's Moonlight Memories Walk.

The rain hasn't dampened people's spirits as the event kicks off with live entertainment including a 1980s inspired performance by MokyFit.

Robbie Dee will take to the stage to hand out prizes for the best costume, dressed fundraisers and decorated T-Shirts.

The warm-up event features a fun exercise routine with Xtreme Fitness.

There will be prayers and a minute's silence led by the Hospice at Home chaplain.

Later this evening, those taking part will set off on the memorable walk to raise money for the charity.

Dressed in 1980s gear including colourful leg warmers, slogan T-shirts and neon tutus, walkers will follow a six mile route through Whitehaven town centre and residential areas.

The popular fundraising walk has been given a special 1980s twist to celebrate the charity's 30th anniversary.

This is the first time that men have been able to join in the fun too.

A spokesman for the charity said: “Four years have passed since our last Midnight Walk and this year we are bringing it back with a truly memorable fundraiser, to celebrate 30 years of providing care in West Cumbria."

The event is being sponsored by Morgan Sindall, Coombe and Sharpe Landscaping and Tesco.