JOIN Argus reporter Carys Thomas for live coverage of the return of Newport's round-the-world cyclist Rob Shipley.

He is returning home today after a year of fundraising for Cancer Research UK.

Mr Shipley, 25, who has been making his way around the globe since July last year in the hope of raising £18,000 for cancer research will return home to Newport this afternoon.

Over his journey Mr Shipley has travelled through countries including France, Spain, Canada, America and New Zealand.

Around 70 members of Newport Social Cycling along with others will meet the group as they cross the Severn Bridge and finish the journey at Tiny Rebel Brewery in Newport.

Mr Shipley is due to cross the Severn Bridge at around 1pm today.

VIDEO: Footage of Rob Shipley leading cyclists on the final leg of his journey back to Newport can be seen above