A TRIO of school students scaled the highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales to raise money for charity.

Ben, Gus and Tom from Felsted School completed the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for SSAFA - the Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Families Association.

The challenge involved climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Mount Snowdon within 24 hours.

Their remarkable efforts raised more than £3,000 for SSAFA to support past and current servicemen and women and their families.

The Felsted boarders completed the challenge in 21 hours and 45 minutes.

They also took school mascot bear FelsTED on the expedition with them.

A spokesman said: “Felsted School encourages pupils and staff to make a difference in their everyday lives, from charity bake sales and food bank donations, to their sustainability efforts.

“Felsted now uses 100 per cent renewable electricity on the school site, as well as compostable coffee cups and plastic-free sanitary products, and has so far raised over £15,000 for UK-AID’s Ukraine efforts.”