TWO Review paper boys have raised more than £450 for Forest Sensory Services.

Thomas Garland and Owen Evans, of Cinderford, took part in a 40-mile sponsored bike ride from Linear Park in Cinderford to Pedalabikeaway in Cannop following various cycle paths.

The 15-year-old Dene Magna students were also joined by their friend Tyler Arkel.

Owen said: "Tom and I have wanted to do a big bike ride for ages and so we thought if it's so big why not raise money for charity! We contacted all the Forest charities and Forest Sensory Services were the only ones to get back to us."

The Cinderford-based charity supports people who are coming to terms with the loss of their hearing and/or vision by assessing their individual needs and signposting them to others who may be able to help.