THREE colleagues from Liskeard School and Community College are taking on one of Cornwall’s toughest endurance events to support those who have fled war-torn Ukraine.

Headteacher Alex Lingard, operations manager Chris Pickles and former deputy head James O’Connell will besetting off this Sunday (May 29) on the South West Traverse, a 45-mile ultra- marathon from the Lizard to Land’s End.

The coastal path terrain is difficult and the course covers a total elevation of 5,750 feet – almost one-and-a half times the height of Ben Nevis. “In Team Liskeard style this event will require a lot of courage and resilience,” said a school spokesperson.

“The trio also wanted to embrace the school’s focus on kindness by raising money for two charities chosen by our student council – The British Red Cross and ShelterBox – which are both currently working directly with Ukrainian refugees.”

The three runners have set a fundraising target of £2,000: anyone who would like to make a donation should visit www. j u s t g i v i n g . com/fundrai s ing/ alex-lingard