A Mansfield mum is taking part in the London Marathon to raise money for the Down’s Syndrome Association.

It will be PE teacher Sara Arnold’s first run over 26 miles.

Sarah, of Mansfield, is backing the association because it has helped her sister, Katie Rickersey.

Sarah has so far raised more than £1,350. To add to her fundraising total, go to www.virginmoneygiving.com/SaraArnold

Her kit was sponsored by Veritas Print Management.

Katie’s work has been exhibited around the country and her paintings will also be displayed in New York, USA.

Her work can be seen at www.heartandsold.org.uk/artists/katie-rickersey