THREE Worcestershire businessmen are tackling three of the UK’s biggest peaks in an attempt to raise as much money as possible for a children’s charity.

Simon Williams, aged 51, Steve Turner, 46, and Paul Myler, 44, will climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon – scaling a total of 3,407 metres (11,178 feet) – for Unicef.

If that wasn’t enough, the three friends will be cycling in between each peak – covering three countries and 420 miles in just four days.

The trio will start on Thursday, June 24, at Glen Nevis, Scotland, before making their way down to the Lake District and Snowdonia, accompanied by mountain rescue, cycling experts and support teams in hybrid vehicles.

Mr Williams was inspired to do the challenge – which is being organised by Redditch-based company Stuart Linnitt Uniline Safety Systems Limited – after watching a number of celebrities tackle their own sporting feats.

Mr Williams, of Main Road, Ombersley; Mr Turner, of Waterworks Road, Worcester, and Mr Myler, of Cheltenham Road, Evesham, have been training hard for six weeks in preparation for the attempt.

“Just seeing some of the things on television, like Eddie Izzard’s 43 marathons in 51 days, made me think,” said Mr Williams. “When I look at what these people have achieved, I realise anything is possible.

“As soon as I was sold the challenge I knew I could and would do it. Nothing was going to get in my way.

“I aim to do well over 100 miles twice a week on the bike plus some serious hill-walking.

“You’ve just got to get the miles into your legs. The training hurts every time – but if it doesn’t hurt, you’re not getting there.”

To sponsor Simon, visit justgiving.com/SimonWilliamsAction.