SEVERAL lengths of the pool, a speedy ride around the grounds, and a dash towards the finishing line was all in a day’s work for Cundall Manor pupils.

More than 200 children from the school near Thirsk took part in the second annual Cundall Manor Triathlon which proved a gruelling test of stamina, endurance and commitment.

Head of Girl’s Games, Mrs Bessey, said many pupils had previously excelled in the individual pursuits but until last year never had the opportunity to combine the sports together.

She said: “Each discipline within the Triathlon is a unique challenge. “Our pupils had the chance to test themselves in each area and compete against each other in the pool, on their bikes and on foot.”

She added: “Everyone certainly enjoyed the day.

“We are already a very active school and this was a superb opportunity for some of our younger pupils to try their hand at a new discipline, something which they did in typical Cundall fashion.”

The event was first inspired by Yorkshire’s own athletic Brownlee brothers and youngsters from embraced the daunting course in front of an appreciative crowd of parents, pupils and staff.