A Cumbrian rowing club is set to row for a full 24 hours to raise money and awareness for mental health charities.

Windermere Rowing Club has organised the 24-hour indoor rowing event, set to begin on Friday, February 16 at 5pm and end on February 17 at 5pm.

The fundraising session will be in aid of Mind and Papyrus, charities committed to improving the mental wellbeing of people across the UK.

The club, which models itself on a friendly, supportive culture, plan to keep three rowing machines, known as 'ergs', running constantly throughout the event.

Club members, family, and friends have pledged to take on 30-minute slots, aiming to raise money and awareness for two worthy organisations.

Papyrus, rooted in Warrington, is dedicated to the prevention of suicide in under 35s.

The cause is the principal cause of death for this age group in the UK.

The charity also offers HOPELINE247, a lifeline for individuals grappling with suicidal thoughts and mental health struggles.

Similarly, Mind is a nationwide charity that supports the mental healthcare system and services, which currently face immense pressure.

Mind also provides support to local mental health services in Cumbria, creates supportive networks, and advocates for the rights of those dealing with mental health issues.

Funds for the charity event will be raised via a Just Giving page, which has been coordinated by Molly Conway and her teammate Daniella Flemons.

Molly said: "For people united by the love of a sport such as rowing, mental health in sport is extremely important.

"Not only does enjoying a sport assist in the support of one’s mental health, but on the opposite end of the spectrum, those at a high level of sports such as rowing can struggle with the pressures of their sport.

"Therefore, ensuring that the conversation regarding mental health in rowing is open from both perspectives is vital to the continuation of support in our sport.

"I feel that both charities are extremely prevalent in sport, but also as the current mental health support system stands in crisis, support for those suffering comes more and more from charities such as these."