NOT sure how to spend Valentine's Day this year?

How about running into the freezing water at Combe Martin Beach to raise cash for charity?

Clic Sargent is hoping couples may take up the challenge in their Valentine's Day Dip, next Sunday.

The charity is hoping to raise £5,000 through the event, which will pay for a specialist paediatric oncology nurse at North Devon Hospital to work with young people in the area who have been diagnosed with cancer or leukaemia.

Emma Perry, events fund raising manager at Clic Sargent, said: "The basic formula is to run into the water. How long you stay in there is up to you.

"This is for a good cause and it is a fun and different way to spend the day.

"What better way to express your love, than to drag your loved one into the sea on a cold February morning?

"You then get to warm up afterwards. It could even bring couples closer together."

Entrants are encouraged to wear fancy dress and each raise £50.

The event is now in its second year. More than 20 people have signed up already to take part, including members of the carnival committee in Combe Martin and professional nurses from North Devon Hospital.

There is a £10 non refundable registration fee to pay.

Every person who registers will get a free CLIC Sargent T-shirt and anyone who raises more than £175 will receive a free bottle of bubbly.

The Royal Marine pub in Combe Martin will be the changing and registration area for the brave swimmers and people will be able to sign up on the day from 9am.

The dip takes place between 10.15 and 10.30am and there will be also be live music by the Party Hat Orchestra.

For more information on how to register contact Emma Perry on 07795296374 or emma.perry@clicsargent.org.uk.