A 20-year-old mountain biker from Corris sustained a serious head injury whilst helping in the search for a missing dog.

A fundraiser has been launched to help Jamie Cable, 20, in his recovery - and the total has topped £56,000.

Jamie, a trail builder at Dyfi Bike Park, suffered the injury on 4 May when he was helping in the search for a missing border collie.

Jamie’s family said that at one stage they feared they may lose him as he was taken to Cardiff Hospital, where he was in a coma for almost two weeks.

He has since been moved to Cardiff’s neurological ward where he is said to be responding and can smile and put his arms around his family.

Jamie, who has dedicated his life to creating trails for riders at the Dyfi centre alongside fellow builder Dan Atherton, now faces a long and uncertain road to recovery

His family and friends are asking for help to secure the best rehab support for Jamie “who has his whole life ahead of him”.

The donations that have been pouring in will also allow his family to remain close to him in Cardiff.

A spokesperson for Dyfi Bike Park said: “If you’ve ever ridden the trails at Dyfi Bike Park you have enjoyed Jamie’s hard work or if you just love mountain-biking, please support Jamie.

“He is a talented rider who has dedicated his young life to building trails in the Dyfi.

“We can’t express enough our love for Jimbob. A gentle and kind shredder, not to mention the hard work and perfectionism of Jamie’s trail building, through the worst weather and deepest bogs Jamie, alongside Dan, created Dyfi Bike Park.”

Jamie’s family have been overwhelmed with the support shown by the community, locally and nationally.

Alison, Jamie’s mum, said: “We as a family are absolutely overwhelmed with all the love shown to Jamie. He’s got some very caring and generous friends.

“It means so much to us to have the peace of mind that he can access the best rehab and going forward be able to live the life he deserves.”

Rachel Atherton of Dyfi Bike Park is a six-times world champion in mountain biking.

She gave thanks to all those who have donated and supported Jamie and his family.

Rachel said: “A massive heartfelt thank you to you all for donating to Jamie and his family.

“The response has been emotional to see. The kindest, most loving guy, an incredible rider and dedicated trail builder. Thank you all.”

Over 1,800 people and groups have donated to the fundraiser.