A PUPIL at a Worcester school has become the first girl in its history to achieve Ten Tors Challenge success.

A team of five boys and one girl from the RGS Worcester and the Alice Ottley School entered and completed the gruelling 35-mile endurance course.

Walking independently for two days across the barren landscape of Dartmoor, the weather was kind to them, but their determination to succeed was clear to all involved. Led by Seb Nevitt, the RGSAO team also included Ross Anthony, Matt Austin, Tom Downes, Tom Fairman and Holly Allen. Holly is the first ever RGSAO girl to compete in the Ten Tors.

With preparations for the challenge being the key, chief trainer Jon Shorrocks took the team under his wing, holding several training sessions to prepare the six-strong team.

The whole team completed the Ten Tors and each received a medal and certificate.

Mr Shorrocks said: “I think the team certificate means the most to me and the team – it really was a team effort.

“At the end of an emotional 35-mile challenge we were all a little tearful.

“Throughout the challenge and training, the team gelled together well and supported each other – their determination to succeed was fantastic and it’s great that their hard work is being rewarded. I am extremely proud of each and every one of them.”