A gruelling 100 mile cycle challenge has been taken on by a council worker.

Sue Keay will be joining 20,000 cyclist for the Prudential 100 event on July 30.

Ms Keay, who is a finance officer at Merton Council will be raising money for the Mayor of Merton’s charities.

She said: “I’ve been training for about a month and cycled out to Leigh Hill to ride up it so I know what is in store. It should be a great day and I look forward to riding in a large group.”

Ms Keay expects the toughest challenge to be the ascent up Leith Hill, which is the second highest point in south East England with a 15 per cent gradient.

Mayor of Merton Cllr Marsie Skeete said: “I wish Sue all the best, hope the wind is behind her all the way and the hills aren’t too steep. I know Merton Mencap and Commonside Community Trust will appreciate her efforts.”

The course will pass through Raynes Park and Wimbledon for any members of the public who want to cheer Ms Keay on.