A TEAM of women from Newcastle Emlyn took on the ultimate obstacle course challenge at Badminton Park Estate in Gloucestershire and raised over £1,300 for charity in the process.

The Tough Mudder event consisted of a gruelling 10-mile run across parkland, with 21 military-style obstacles, including ice, fire and electric shocks, to tackle along the way.

The team, made up of Emma Kilsby, Sophie Spiteri, Jane Turnbull and Domonique Davies, took on the challenge in order to raise money for Mencap, raising over £1,300.

Sophie, who works as a marketing officer at Mencap, said: “It was the toughest physical challenge I have ever taken on.

“I hadn’t anticipated quite how much the obstacles would have pushed me out of my comfort zone. I’m absolutely thrilled that we all managed to complete it in one piece!”

Jane added: “Tough Mudder has been one of the best experiences I have ever endured!

“The mix of trepidation for each obstacle and the team camaraderie that got us through to the end, made the whole experience an adrenaline-fuelled, fun and laughter-filled way to raise money for an amazing cause, Mencap.”

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