A woman from Tal-y-bont has completed a 62-mile charity challenge with a rather unusual walking companion: her donkey, Basil.

Claire Evans Watkin, 33, took part in the October fundraising event for Brooke, a charity campaigning to protect working horses, donkeys and mules around the world.

Claire, who owns nine donkeys, covered the distance throughout the month, walking some stretches with Basil and others on her own.

Their routes took them across the countryside, negotiating mountains, rivers, gravel tracks and muddy bridleways.

Claire said she joined the challenge because of her love for donkeys and her concern about the international trade in their skins. She said: "I have nine donkeys of my own and love being in their company, and they give me so much joy."

The charity says more than six million donkeys are slaughtered for their skins each year, with demand driven by the production of ejiao, a gelatine used in some cosmetics, supplements and traditional remedies.

Brooke warns that the trade also harms families in countries where donkeys are relied upon for transporting water, carrying goods and supporting livelihoods.

The charity's Walk 62 Miles Challenge ran throughout October, encouraging supporters to complete the distance at their own pace while aiming to raise £150 each.

Participants could choose their own routes and complete their miles throughout October.

Claire described the experience as enjoyable, saying the pair had encountered beautiful scenery and interesting animals along the way.

Brooke fundraising officer Zoe Francis said donations would support efforts to protect donkeys from theft, tackle trafficking and provide emergency treatment to rescued animals.

For Claire, the challenge also offered another opportunity to spend time outdoors with an animal she loves.

The charity hopes participants' efforts will bring wider attention to the impact of the skin trade on working animals and their owners.