TURF TV take on the 3 Peaks Challenge

A team of four from Teddington based Turf TV will take on the gruelling 3 Peaks Challenge in July.

The quartet will be aiming to summit the UK’s three highest mountains – in order of climb Ben Nevis in Scotland; Scafell Pike in the Lake District, and Snowdon in Wales – all within a 24‐hour period and unsupported. 

Taking on the challenge is Director of Operations, Ken Reid, along with the TurfTV operations team of Johanna MacGinn, Hannah Sansbury and Matt Downes.  Driving & ground support will be provided by Graham Mepsted.

The team will be pushing themselves in aid of The Greatwood Charity, who rescues and cares for neglected and destitute racehorses. More information on the equine charity is available at www.racehorsesgreatwood.org

Speaking about the challenge Ken Reid said: “Well, we’re not exactly the fittest bunch. I‘m sure trying to climb one of these peaks will be hard enough, let alone three without any sleep. We’ve been training hard and I am sure the knowledge that it’s for such a worthwhile cause will keep us going.” 

 

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20 May 2010

 

About Turf TV -

The Bookmakers Channel produced for licensed betting offices in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, The Turf TV betting channel features exclusive live coverage from most of the  premier events and festivals in the British Horse Racing Calendar, selected international racing events and is coupled with a complimentary suite of virtual events.

The Turf TV betting channel provides high class betting opportunities throughout each betting shop day, from a class leading high quality video program.

The Turf TV betting channel is owned by Amalgamated Racing (AMRAC), a joint venture company wholly owned by Racecourse Media Services Ltd and Alphameric PLC.

About Greatwood Charity –

Greatwood provides fulfilling futures for former racehorses and children with special educational needs  through their interaction in unique programmes of rehabilitation and education in a secure and caring environment.

Greatwood is a recognised racehorse welfare charity that has influenced the lives of hundreds of former racehorses.

For further information please contact: Janet Perrins, info@greatwoodcharity.org, 01672 514535