THE SECOND in a series of 'ridiculously' big physical challenges to raise money for a good cause was completed with a 50 mile cycle.

Sam Rose, from Bridport, is completing a trio of physical challenges - a run, a cycle and a paddleboard - to raise money for children's hospice Julia's House.

Sam has now ticked off the first two challenges, completing the cycle ride on Sunday, June 13. The ride took Sam and a group of friends who also cycled, along with their support team, through the Bridport circular route and included large climbs at Bettiscombe, Eggardon and Hardy's Monument. The run was completed in October 2020.

Sam said: "It was a great day, with great company and great support for a great cause.

"I did get some cramp on the way which resulted in some amusing one-legged cycling, a lot of deep breathing and some very sore thighs.

"My limbs all seem to work so it's all good. The fact that it was the hottest day of the year was just by the by and overall a great day was had by all."

Sam turned 50 in September 2020, and decided to mark this by taking on a series of challenges, each involving the number 50.

Next on the list is perhaps the toughest challenge of them all, a 50 kilometre paddleboard.

To follow Sam's journey and to donate to his cause, visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/samrose50