There are more than 6.5 million unpaid carers in the UK looking after a loved one who is older, disabled or seriously ill. That's why we are asking our fantastic fundraisers to complete a challenge or activity around the number 6.5 in February 2021.

This could be anything, from running 6.5 km a day for a week, to doing 65 burpees, to walking 65,000 steps over 6.5 days. And it doesn't need to be a physical challenge - you could bake 65 cupcakes, or even give up chocolate or alcohol for 65 days! There are no rules, apart from the Government guidelines on how to exercise and act safely during this time.

Use your imagination - what you do is entirely up to you. You can complete the 6.5 challenge on your own or as part of a team. Encourage your colleagues, family, friends to get involved!

Need help setting up your JustGiving page? Just click 'Start fundraising', then the 'Doing your own thing' button and fill in the boxes required, and finally click 'Create your page' and you're ready to go!

When: February 2021

Where: From the comfort of your living room, bedroom, balcony, garden or local area

Registration fee: Free to enter

Fundraising target: There's no minimum - set your own target. £65, £650 or whatever you can - reach for the stars!

A previous participant of the 6.5 Challenge told us that 'the event has really encouraged me to not just get more steps and movement into my day but to actually take a lunch break... I'm sleeping better and have even lost a few pounds! '

So what are you waiting for? Let's raise vital funds for unpaid carers!