A South Croydon man has raised thousands of pounds for charity by cycling 500km for six days through Namibia.

David Lyell raised more than £3,200 for the National Deaf Children's Society (NDCS) by undertaking the gruelling cycle challenge last month.

The 52-year-old cycled through Damaraland, one of the oldest deserts in Namibia.

He said: "This was my third challenge in aid of deaf children and one of the toughest. The trip was a real adventure - although the heat and the hills were really tricky sometimes, I met some incredible people, and saw some spectacular desert scenery in Namibia."

If you would like to take part in an NCDS challenge call the events team on 0870 774 2444 or visit ndcschallenges.org.uk