TENACIOUS Dorset lawyers have raised thousands for former soldiers after tackling a gruelling trek across a Dorset coastline.

The team of 12 from Ellis Jones Solicitors tackled the 100km Jurassic Coast Challenge in aid of ABF The Soldiers’ Charity.

The trek along the Dorset coastline saw them raise a total of £5,500.

The Ellis Jones team have now presented the proceeds from the challenge, which saw the employees walk along the historic Dorset coastline from Corfe Castle to Bridport.

Senior associate solicitor Will Dooley, who was joint team captain with solicitor Conor Maher, said: “Our thanks go to everyone who supported us in aid of such a worthy cause.

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“Many former servicemen and their families have incredible mountains to climb so every penny counts for the ABF The Soldiers’ Charity so it can provide assistance when it is most needed.”

Joint team captain Conor Maher said: “The trek was pretty gruelling at times with some challenging inclines but the amazing views more than made up for it. Well done to everyone who took part and raised such a tremendous amount.”

Will, Conor and the walkers were also joined by Ellis Jones managing partner Nigel Smith for the presentation of the proceeds to ABF The Soldiers’ Charity regional assistant Philip Hutchens and Dorset chairman Brigadier Donald Wilson.

Ellis Jones, with 21 partners and more than 170 staff in five offices along the south coast as well as London, supported the team with training sessions, kit, supplies and registration fees.

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ABF The Soldiers’ Charity is the Army’s national charity, helping past and present soldiers and their families when they are in need. Last year they supported 60,000 people and as one of the largest funders in the sector, they award grants to individuals and families, and fund leading organisations that support soldiers, former soldiers, and their families. In addition, when they hear from a person in need, they aim to respond to them within 48 hours.

The Jurassic Coast Challenge was organised by Action Challenge as part of its Ultra Challenge Series.