DIABETES sufferers will be holding a sponsored walk in a Swindon beauty spot next month.

The Swindon Group of Diabetes UK is organising the event, which will be held on June 5 at Coate Water Country Park.

Already, 116 walkers have registered but organisers say more are welcome.

Some 65 walks are planned by groups across the country.

Diabetes UK spends £5 million a year funding 150 research projects in the hope that one day a cure will be found for the condition.

Anyone wanting further information can call Matthew Spencer on 01793 851229.