The team of 10, who work together at Americold, part of AGRO Merchants on the Waymills Industrial Estate, conquered the gruelling 24km trek which is infamous within the ranks of all UK Special Forces, across the army, RAF and navy.
Staged over Pen y Fan the highest mountain in Bannau Brycheiniog the team, led by Steve O’Connor, followed the route which climbed the peak twice with an overall ascent of 1,300 metres.
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“The route is steep, over rough ground and has been used by the Special Forces since the 1950s as it is not only a physical test but also tests resilience and really breaches into the mental aspects of fitness,” said Steve.
“In all, we spent seven hours out on the hills, and luckily the weather was very kind to us.
“For some, it was their first time out in the wild country away from civilisation. It was a tough day but…
