A FESTIVE challenge will take place in Knebworth to raise money for a Stevenage charity which supports deaf children.

The event on December 20 at Odyssey health club on Old Knebworth Lane will raise money for the Phoenix Group for Deaf Children.

The Santa Challenge will involve five competitions, including a sleigh pull, rooftop obstacle course and present shuttle run.

Participants are encouraged to take part in festive fancy dress, and the person with the fastest overall time will win the Iron Santa trophy.

It is �5 to take part in the competition, which includes a Santa hat, and all money raised will be donated to the Phoenix Group for Deaf Children.

The event starts at 6pm and is expected to last two hours. Just turn up to take part.