A charity walk has raised more than £5,000 for St Elizabeth East Coast Hospice.

More than 65 people participated in the fundraising event - the First Light Walk - as part of this year’s festival.

The event, on June 23, saw 69 supporters walking five miles from Kessingland to South Pier Lowestoft.

Spectacular views were enjoyed as the early risers witnessed the first sunlight of the day at 4.30am.

A total of 69 took on the challenge A total of 69 took on the challenge (Image: Submitted)

The funds raised will benefit the hospice, in partnership with East Coast Community Healthcare, which has supported over 4,850 patients and families in Great Yarmouth and Waveney since starting in April 2019.

James Fox-Golding, events and challenges manager at the Hospice, said: “Congratulations to all the brilliant walkers who joined us for our inaugural First Light Walk.

The First Light Walk was part of this year’s First Light Festival The First Light Walk was part of this year’s First Light Festival (Image: Submitted)

"It truly was a great experience, with a fantastic atmosphere, as we took in the stunning views of the East Anglian coast."

He stressed the importance of the funds raised, saying, "all funds raised will make a difference, as we continue to expand our services to support those living with life-limiting conditions across Great Yarmouth and Waveney".