A pilates studio is set to open its doors for 24 hours straight as part of a charity fundraiser.

Winchester Pilates will be hosting the event to raise money for Winchester Hospice.

The fundraiser will begin at 12pm on Friday, October 11, with long-time member Dave Morris taking part in 24 hours of pilates classes.

To support Mr Morris, the studio will be open for members and the general public to participate in classes for a donation to the charity.

Sam Parsons and Dave Morris will take on the challenge (Image: Supplied) Sam Parsons, owner of Winchester Pilates, said: "We’re so excited to open the studio for 24 hours and support Dave in this epic challenge.

"We think it could be a world first. Winchester Hospice is such an important local charity, and this is going to be a wonderful opportunity to bring the community together, raise funds, and push our physical limits for a great cause."

Local pilates instructors and personal trainers are also invited to get involved by leading sessions.

Attendees will also have the chance to compete in 'fun and engaging' pilates challenges, with prizes awarded for mastering some of the toughest moves.

Mr Morris said: "Winchester Hospice is close to my heart through family experience and I wanted to do something with Sam and Winchester Pilates to help raise awareness and money for such a great cause.

"Maybe 24 hours of pilates was not my first thought but with everyone's support, I'm sure I'll make it."

People are encouraged to get involved and donate (Image: Supplied) Jo Westerman, fundraising officer at Winchester Hospice, said: "What a fantastic challenge.

"And I’m delighted to see that long-time hospice supporter Dave Morris will be taking on the full 24-hour challenge. It’s wonderful to see such a unique event open to the whole of Winchester to join in with.

"The hospice is here for the whole community and a large proportion of our funding to care for local people comes from that very same community, so I’m delighted to see everyone come together through this event to help raise funds for the charity."

For more details or to get involved, visit their website.