Adventurer Sophie Radcliffe completes Hyundai's Kona 10 challenge

Sophie Radcliffe conquered 10 of the most iconic volcanic landscapes across the UK and Ireland - in just 72 hours.

The 34-year-old scaled mountains in freezing temperatures, ascended treacherous slopes in the dark and abseiled down one of Scotland’s most picturesque spots.

Her epic trek involved travelling across the Irish Sea twice and driving more than 1,000 miles.

Former-City-worker-turned-adventurer Sophie's marathon adventure included running, climbing and cycling.

A bit more daring than sitting there with your feet up watching Strictly, eh?

Sophie, from west London, started her adventure in North Wales by climbing Snowdon before travelling across the Irish Sea to Croghan Hill.

She drove to the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland and then travelled back to England to conquer Scafell Pike in the Peak District.

Sophie then headed to Scotland for the North Berwick Law as part of the Kona 10 - a driving adventure set up by Hyundai.

Her hard work continued with a trip to Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh before she headed to the Highlands for Glen Coe.

Just 52 hours into the challenge, Sophie was at the summit of Ben Nevis, eight locations down and in temperatures of minus 10.

Sophie travelled between locations in the new Hyundai Kona compact SUV - and was given permission to take the off-roader to areas normally closed to the public.

After Ben Nevis, she drove to Ardnamurchan before heading to the Isle of Skye to scale Bla Bheinn on Cuillin Ridge.

She completed it in just 69.5 hours and drove a staggering 1,046 miles in the process - the equivalent of driving from North Wales to Paris and back again.

Sophie said: "I’m exhausted but so thrilled that we’ve been able to complete the Kona 10.

"I knew we were well prepared, but you never know what the weather conditions will throw your way.

"We were lucky in some locations and not so lucky in others. I had a brilliant team behind me, from expert guides to support vehicles to help ensure this was a success.

"I can’t quite believe just 72 hours ago we were in Snowdon at the start of this epic challenge.

"The toughest moment was the descent of Ben Nevis in the dark.

"I was feeling exhausted after 10 hours on the move and full winter conditions - snow, wind and freezing temperatures.

"Knowing that I had another big climb ahead on the Isle of Skye and would only get three hours sleep was tough, but it’s at times like this that my experience doing challenges over the last few years has taught me how to motivate myself, how to focus on the end goal and just go for it.

"The incredible views made it all worth it. The moment when the clouds parted to reveal a stunning sunset on the summit of Ben Nevis was once in a lifetime experience."

Sophie is the first person to complete the Kona 10, which Hyundai organised with the adrenaline junkie to raise money for Stand Up To Cancer.

Ten volcanic locations for the challenge were selected by Dr Michael Scott alongside volcanologist Dr Julia Crummy.

Dr Scott’s research has shown how landscapes formed hundreds of millions of years ago have inspired and provided the location for incredible human achievements over the last several thousand years.

He said: "There is the most incredible yet surprising volcanic history in the UK.

"The Kona 10 is going to shine a light on our volcanic heritage – from Snowdon to the Isle of Skye.

"This never before attempted route across the UK and Ireland will take people on a journey through a rich and incredible tapestry of human history and achievement - from the ancient past, to the modern day.

"The Kona 10 is another example of an epic human undertaking achieved through sheer determination and relentless spirit."

The Kona 10 route is now available to the public if you want to have your own adventure.