Hundreds of people affected by cancer have started a 24-hour run in Derby to raise money for charity.
Derby's Relay for Life, held at Moorways Sports Track, began at 11am today and will finish at 11am tomorrow.
The relay was founded by cancer battler Liz Aldridge, who saw it as a way of raising the profile of, as well as vital funds for, Cancer Research UK.
She lost her battle with breast cancer in 2007 but the event has continued in her memory ever since.
Teams of eight or more members will be taking part in the Relay for Life and at least one member of each team needs to be on the track throughout the 24-hour period – whether it be running, jogging or simply walking.
Dawn Baldwin, 53, of High Street, Castle Donington, is taking part in memory of her mum and dad who both lost their lives to cancer.
Dawn herself was diagnosed with breast cancer 12 years ago.
She said: "I can't wait to go for it now and get around. I saw my mum a dad suffer so I know how important this is.
"It's an amazing event."
Luke Griffiths 31, of Tivey Gardens, is taking part in memory of his grandmother who died of pancreatic cancer in her late 70s.
He said: "I can't wait to start because raising awareness and funds is so important.
"It's potentially life-saving and I have three young children so if they suffer then its there for them.
"It is something that affects anybody, it does not matter about age or gender."
During the event, hundreds of candles are lit and placed in candle bags around the track and remain illuminated throughout.
And at 10pm tonight, a candle-lit ceremony is held to mark those who have been affected by or are battling cancer.
At the end of Relay For Life, everyone joins together for a final lap to celebrate their fund-raising achievements.
