MEMBERS of ‘bucket list’ teen Alice Pyne’s family and a group of friends are embarking on a high-altitude adventure to raise money for her charity.

The intrepid group of 12 will embark on a 10-day trek to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in October and, as well as scattering her ashes at the summit, money raised by the feat will go towards a new holiday home for disabled users.

Alice’s Escapes – the char-ity set up by brave Ulverston teenager Alice prior to her death from cancer in January – provides free holidays for families with a seriously ill child.

One of the group, Sharon Platt, said she and partner Steven Skelham are training hard for the challenge.

“You can’t really train for the altitude,” she said.

“But we are doing as much up on the fells as we can. We’re walking and mountain climbing, running and mountain biking.”

Sharon, who runs bridal wear and decorative balloon businesses, said she first became involved with Alice and her family when she helped the youngster to achieve her dream of attending her school prom.

She added: “My dad had died of cancer 18 months before I heard about Alice’s bucket list and gave her a prom dress, then stayed in touch with the family, helping with other events and taking part in the Keswick to Barrow walk recently.

“Alice wanted everyone else to write a bucket list and climbing a mountain is on mine. So I am climbing it for Alice, who inspired me to do it in the first place.

“The charity gives families a chance to escape and enjoy some peace and relaxation in the beautiful Lake District.

“It’s completely free and tailored to the family, and is funded by the charity with donations of trips and food from the local community.”

To support the climb, visit www.justgiving.com/Sharon-Platt1