Samba carnival Brazilica has announced it's to partner with the Roy Castle Lung Foundation this year, which includes the Brazilica Zumbathon (July 14) and a giant parade through the streets of Liverpool (July 20), with charity collection points along the way.

The foundation focuses on both saving lives by investing in research and supporting those already affected by lung cancer. Director of Fundraising Laura Irving said the charity's 'so pleased to be part of such an exciting and vibrant event'.