An ex-Rifleman left severely disabled by a bomb blast in Iraq has been speaking about the challenge that won him a prestigious award.

Stephen Vause lives at Royal Star & Garter in Surbiton, where he undertook a 60-mile virtual London to Brighton cycle ride.

The 34 year old was named winner of the Soldiering On Awards’ Inspiration category following a public vote last month.

Speaking to us via his interpreter, Stephen explains he wanted to raise money for Help for Heroes.