A man with a heart condition is combining his passion for naturism and fundraising with a naked night walk for charity.

Philip Baker, from Rye in East Sussex, hopes 500 people will join him to raise money for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).

Mr Baker was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation - an abnormal heart rhythm - in 1987 and has undergone three procedures.

There are more than 1.3 million people in the UK living with the condition, which makes a person five times more likely to have a stroke.

The BHF Naked Heart Walk will take place at Painshill Park in Chobham, Surrey, on June 20 to raise money for the charity.

Mr Baker said: "Walkers can come and enjoy being completely naked in nature this summer solstice - and raise funds for such a great cause.

"Without the BHF, I would not be alive today."

Mr Baker began volunteering for the charity in 2011 and took on the role of fundraising group leader of the East Sussex coastal BHF fundraising group.

People taking part in the inaugural BHF Naked Heart Walk will have the choice of taking on a 2km or 5km walk.

The event is for adults aged over 18 and those who complete it will receive a medal.

Spectators are welcome and there will be food and drink available after the walk, including a BBQ.

Mr Baker said: "I have been a lifelong naturist quietly enjoying my garden in the nude and taking the odd Mediterranean holiday 'au naturel'.

"I joined the Eastbourne Naturist Swimming Club and discovered the social side of naturism, which has 'cured' me of a lifetime of shyness.

"My heart condition caused me to sweat a great deal and get very hot upon any normal exertion, such as travelling to any venue.

"When I get there all I want to do is rest and cool down and strip off my damp and consequently uncomfortable clothing."

The entry fee for the naked walk costs £20, with all walkers pledging to raise £100 for the BHF.

Hannah Miller, fundraising manager for the BHF, said: "We're urging people to be fearless in baring it all to help beat heartbreak forever.

"Whether it's in memory of a loved one or in support of someone facing heart disease - the money you raise will save and improve lives."