An annual charity fundraising race established over a quarter of a century ago is being held on Sunday.

Oxenhope Straw Race was to be staged at the end of June, but was postponed because it clashed with the World Cup final.

Now everything is geared up for Sunday, when teams will set off at noon from the Waggon and Horses pub in the village.

Since its launch 27 years ago, the event - which had to be cancelled last year due to the foot and mouth epidemic - has raised over £200,000 for charitable causes. Organisations which have benefited include Manorlands, Keighley Resource Centre and Lungs for Life.

The race - which attracts hundreds of competitors and spectators - involves two-strong teams running from pub to pub carrying a bale of straw. Teams - many of them in fancy dress - have to down a drink at each pub.

Cash is raised through sponsorship.

From the Waggon and Horses teams move on to the Bay Horse, the Social Club, the Lamb Inn and the site of the former Shoulder of Mutton, before finishing at the Dog and Gun.

Committee member Piers Hill said: "This is the 26th race - it was cancelled last year because of foot and mouth - and there are a lot of new landlords at the pubs in Oxenhope, so it will be a chance for everyone to get to know each other and have fun.

"Over the years sponsorship has raised more than £200,000 for local charities and a lot goes to Manorlands."

For more information contact committee secretary Judith Fisher on 01535 644298.

* The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway is offering free travel to and from Oxenhope on Sunday for race competitors.