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BBC Sofa Scales Peak District Heights for Charity
11 Nov
Summary
- BBC presenters Amy Garcia and Lindsey Burrow climbed Back Tor with a red sofa.
- The duo faced challenging terrain, including a section used in the Tour de France.
- The trek supports BBC Children in Need, with donation information provided.
On day three of a challenging Children in Need trek, BBC presenters Amy Garcia and Lindsey Burrow ascended Back Tor in the Peak District, hauling the familiar red sofa to a significant height in South Yorkshire. The route included the notoriously steep Jenkin Hill, a climb previously part of the Tour de France, as they made their way towards Sheffield.
Despite experiencing extreme fatigue, Garcia and Burrow were motivated by the stunning landscape. They received support from members of the Edale Mountain Rescue Team, who acknowledged the difficulty of moving the sofa over the rough terrain. Before reaching Wincobank, they stopped at Reach Up Youth in Burngreave to support young people with mental health issues.
The journey continued on Thursday, moving from Meltham to Holme Moss via Holmfirth. The presenters are scheduled to conclude their 80-mile (129km) trek through the region on Friday, November 13, with the final broadcast live from Wakefield Trinity's ground at the DIY Kitchens Stadium.
