A team from Birmingham-based lens supplier Sola Optical has won this year's outdoor pursuits contest for the profession, the Optical Challenge.
The one-day event, held in the Brecon Beacons, tested intellect, stamina, creative thinking and accuracy. The Sola team (pictured below) won, with the University of Cardiff second. Sola's team leader, Paul Gair, said: 'The orienteering and aerial water crossing activities were physically and mentally challenging. We were particularly pleased to win a trophy which recognises the value of teamwork.' The Optical Challenge is run in support of the National Eye Research Centre, which is based at the Bristol Eye Hospital.
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