A SUMMER bear hunt has been launched as a fun challenge for children during the school holidays.

The Christie Bears Knutsford, one of the newest fundraising groups for The Christie Charity, has organised the exciting community event.

The competition is free to enter and a selection of prizes are being offered.

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The aim is to reunite The Christie mummy bear with her 10 little cubs who have gone missing from Knutsford Heritage Centre.

The cubs are hiding in various shops throughout the town centre.

Prizes include a LEGO® Hogwarts Train, a family fun hamper, a Pizza Express family voucher and a Tatton Park family ticket.

To join the bear hunt, pick up a free entry form from Knutsford Heritage Centre, The Olde Sweet Shoppe or The White Orchid Floral Boutique.

Follow the paw prints on the map to find the 10 bear cubs and match them to photos of the shops they're hiding in.

Louise Dawson community fundraising officer at The Christie Charity, said: "We wish The Christie Bears Knutsford the best of luck with this lovely fundraising event.

“Their dedication and enthusiasm is truly inspiring and we are always grateful for their support in helping us provide enhanced services and care to our patients."

The group was formed by Heather Mason in memory of her mum, Sue, who died in 2016 from non Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

With support from Val Pallister, Claire Ratcliffe, Janet Illingworth, Kerri Reece and Jennie O’Brien, the group has raised more than £11,000 in its first 12 months.

The money was donated through various events and community gatherings.

Free entry forms for the bear hunt are available from Knutsford Heritage Centre, The Olde Sweet Shoppe or The White Orchid Floral Boutique.

Children can follow paw prints on a map to find the 10 bear cubs and match them to photos of the shops they're hiding in.

This fun event will raise money for The Christie Charity.

Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated.

Completed entry forms can be returned in boxes at Knutsford Heritage Centre or The Olde Sweet Shoppe.

Winners will be drawn at random from correct entries on Saturday, August 31.