COLLEAGUES at IT specialist Paradise Computing are well into their training ahead of their participation in the Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge.
Five workmates will be taking part in the event over May 18-19 – hiking 100km in 24 hours along the Jurassic Coast in Dorset from Corfe Castle on the Isle of Purbeck to Bridport – to raise money for the NSPCC.
They are due to take part in the 40km Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge later this month by way of a warm-up.
Paradise’s Sage support specialist Robert Machin (main picture) discovered his passion for hiking last year when he completed the Three Peaks Challenge, climbing Mount Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis in 24 hours.
“Deciding to walk 100km is definitely a bit crazy but I really enjoy the challenge of seeing how far I can push myself,” he says. “Knowing you are doing it for a good cause definitely motivates you to keep going, despite the blisters.”
Sales director Alex Hamp is taking part in the Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge for the second time. “The NSPCC is a fantastic charity that protects and advocates for vulnerable children across the country,” he says.
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