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MP launches Kingdom of Mourne Challenge

Published: 22 August, 2008

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Mourne, Conor Murphy joined Everest and K2 mountain climber Banjo Bannon outside Millets today to launch the Kingdom of Mourne Mountain Challenge.

Also present at the launch was representatives from Millets, one of the main sponsors of the event.

Mr. Murphy who is taking part in the event said,

"On Saturday 4th October we will leave from Newcastle, Co. Down on a 26 mile hike across the Mournes to Rostrevor.

"All money raised will be in aid of the O'Donovan Rossa Heritage and Cultural Society."

"I understand that there are still a number of places left for teams or individuals who wish to partake and I would encourage those who wish to take place in this exciting event to do so."

Anyone wishing to take place in the Kingdom of Mourne challenge should contact Declan on 07761576458 of email mournemountainchallenge@gmail.co